Wireless Networks

Libyan provider Lnet has deployed Cambium Networks’ ePMP fixed wireless broadband technology to connect more than 60,000 residential, business and enterprise customers in Libya.

Filipino politicians are reportedly advising the country’s Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) to ensure that it focuses on delivering connectivity to underserved rural areas rather than boosting access in areas that are already connected.

China is planning to triple the number of its 5G base stations in the next five years. The country aims to get 56 percent of the country on 5G networks by the end of the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), up from 15% in 2020.

Nepal’s leading broadband provider WorldLink Communications is using Nokia solutions to offer a seamless home Wi-Fi experience for its customers.

In-flight entertainment and communication systems company Panasonic Avionics Corporation has announced agreements with both Iraqi Airways and Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia). The Saudi national carrier also plans to offer a broadband solution from satcoms giant Inmarsat.

Iraqi internet service provider Earthlink Telecommunication is using Nokia’s solutions to build a high-capacity IP metro transport network in 15 provinces in the country as part of the Iraqi National Backbone project.

Mobile TeleSystems (MTS), Russia's largest mobile operator, announced the successful test of Russia's first OpenRAN-based 5G telecom solution leveraging locally-sourced software that was developed by the Skolkovo Institute of Science and Technology (Skoltech).

Malaysia’s state-owned Digital Nasional Bhd (DNB), which provides the only wholesale 5G services in the country, has integrated five domestic operators into its 5G network.

Malaysian operator Celcom has claimed a significant milestone: it says it has conducted Malaysia’s first Voice-over 5G New Radio (VoNR) trial call.

Tele2 Latvia, a mobile network operator (MNO) in Latvia, has revealed its plans to expand its 5G network significantly.

PT Telekomunikasi Selular (Telkomsel), an Indonesian wireless network provider, working in partnership with Chinese equipment manufacturer ZTE, has deployed the first operational 5G system in the country's easternmost province Papua.

Telkom Kenya has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Ericsson and NEC XON to boost the operator’s network with an additional 2000 wireless sites by 2023.

Iraqi operator Asiacell has announced that it is extending its strategic partnership with Ericsson to enhance and improve its LTE services in the country.

Indian operator Vodafone Idea Limited (Vi) has announced plans to test 5G-based solutions involving aerial traffic management and motion capture systems as part of its ongoing 5G trials on government-allocated 5G spectrum.

Telecom Namibia (TN), the telecommunications service provider operating in Namibia, announced the launch of the 4G LTE Network in Groot Aub.

Two tower-related stories from Malaysia indicate the continuing need for reliable infrastructure to meet the requirements of underserved rural areas.

Africell has confirmed plans for an ambitious expansion of its network in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

Bosnia-Herzegovina’s HT Mostar has signed new equipment deals with Croatia’s Ericsson Nikola Tesla (ENT) worth over HRK31 million (USD4.8 million).

At the 7th Ultra-Broadband Forum (UBBF 2021), Kevin Hu, President of Huawei's Data Communication Product Line, introduced four new features of Huawei's Intelligent Cloud-Network Solution and all-scenario NetEngine series intelligent routers, providing differentiated cloud-network convergence service capabilities and accelerating digital transformation for industries.

One of India’s big three telecommunications operators, Vodafone Idea (aka Vi), and the smart world and communication business of leading engineering and construction conglomerate Larsen & Toubro have partnered for a pilot project to test 5G-based smart city solutions.

Slovenian operator T-2 has awarded a 5-year 5G network contract to Nokia.

Qatar has said that Hamad Port is now the first 5G-enabled seaport in Middle East – with a little help from local operator Ooredoo.

Telekom Malaysia (TM) is providing MEASAT Broadcast Network Systems (Astro) with a full suite of wholesale infrastructure and connectivity solutions, allowing Astro to deliver reliable broadband and content services.

Paltel the leading telecommunication company in Palestine, has selected Juniper Networks, which specialises in secure, AI-driven networks, to upgrade and develop parts of its network and infrastructure.

Sahel Telecom, a new wireless broadband provider, has launched services in Mauritania.

Russian media has reported that the country expects to begin the large-scale shuttering of 3G networks in 2023, with the technology set to be phased out almost entirely by 2025.

Bharti Airtel and Ericsson have commenced what they claim as India’s first rural 5G network trial.

Bangladesh’s state operator Teletalk has revealed its goal of launching 5G services before the end of 2021.

China Mobile has selected its compatriots Huawei and ZTE as equipment suppliers for a converged 4G/5G core network contract reportedly worth CNY7.5 billion ($1.16 billion).

NuRAN Wireless, a supplier of mobile and broadband wireless infrastructure solutions, says the first site in Cameroon relating to its network as a service (NAAS) contracts with Orange SA went live last week and, the company adds, has already begun to generate significant traffic.

Vodafone Oman (Oman Future Telecommunications) has tapped Ericsson for its 4G and 5G core networks along with a greenfield radio access network (RAN).

The Ecuadorian Ministry of Telecommunications and the Information Society (Mintel), and the Inter-American Telecommunications Commission (Citel) have signed a memorandum of understanding to connect rural and difficult-to-access areas of the country.

South African 5G pioneer Rain has announced further growth for its 5G network, to which it recently added eight new regions.