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Ericsson and e & UAE sign MoU for 6G collaboration , expand 5G network with dual-band radios
E ricsson , and e & UAE announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding , for the collaborative exploration of 6G technology , its use cases and future network evolution . The MoU will serve as an early engagement for defining the next generation of future mobile network evolution and will include a series of technical discussions and engagements aimed at jointly exploring key 6G technology concepts .
Khalid Murshed , Chief Technology and Information Officer , e & UAE , said , “ e & UAE has pioneered new technologies since 1976 powering people and societies . This collaboration is a testament to our dedication for driving the digital future and pushing the boundaries of a more connected and technologically advanced future . We are thrilled to partner with Ericsson on exploring 6G and its future network evolution .”
Ekow Nelson , Vice President and Head of Global Customer Unit for e & at Ericsson Middle East and Africa , says : “ We have barely scratched the surface with 5G which will overtake 4G and become the dominant mobile technology after 2027 and , with 5G Standalone and 5G Advanced , realise its transformative potential over the next several years .”
“ At the same time , we have started the proactive approach to 6G research with our partners to shape the next generation of mobile networks . Collaborating closely with e & UAE , we aim to leverage our shared expertise to drive progress in the development of 6G for the United Arab Emirates , and the wider region .”
6G is expected to offer a stepchange in the future of communication by merging the digital and physical worlds into a seamless reality enabled by trustworthy systems , cognitive networks , and a pervasive network compute fabric . It will contribute to the creation of ever-present intelligent communications , for a more sustainable and efficient world .
e & UAE expands 5G network with Ericsson dual-band radios
Ericsson and e & UAE have successfully completed one of the world ’ s first deployments of Ericsson ’ s dual-band Massive MIMO radio , AIR 3229 , on e & UAE ’ s network .
The successful deployment of the AIR 3229 radio in e & UAE ’ s 5G network is part of a long-standing and growing partnership between Ericsson and e & UAE , which spans multiple domains , including the Radio Access Network , RAN .
This milestone marks a key step in e & UAE ’ s ongoing 5G network expansion , aiming to boost network performance , increase
network capacity , and reduce carbon footprint . The implementation aligns with e & UAE ’ s strategy to deliver more energyefficient and sustainable 5G services to meet growing consumer demands .
In a one-step expansion approach , Ericsson ’ s AIR 3229 dual-band radio enables e & UAE to deliver 5G services simultaneously on both the 2600MHz and 3500MHz spectrum layers using a single unit . This makes it possible to double the number of time division duplex , TDD carrier components from two to four in highcapacity 5G sites .
This innovative solution enhances network performance while addressing challenges related to site acquisition , installation complexity , and tower load management .
Compared to traditional deployments that use two separate radio units , Ericsson ’ s solution reduces power consumption by 20 % and minimizes the tower load by 25 %, significantly advancing energy efficiency and operational sustainability . •
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