Ericsson has secured a multi-year, multi-billion USD extension deal with Bharti Airtel for 4G and 5G RAN products and solutions.
Under the new agreement, Ericsson will implement centralized RAN and Open RAN-ready solutions to transform the network, providing customers with broader coverage and increased capacity. Additionally, Ericsson will upgrade the software of its existing 4G radios to enhance the overall customer experience.
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Randeep Sekhon, CTO of Bharti Airtel, stated, "The strategic partnership with Ericsson to deploy the latest technology demonstrates Airtel's commitment to network excellence. This deployment will help us improve the speed, reliability, and coverage of our network, ensuring an exceptional experience for our customers."
Andres Vicente, Head of Ericsson Southeast Asia, Oceania, and India, commented, "This extension of our partnership reflects our joint goal to establish a strong 4G and 5G infrastructure for Bharti Airtel to meet the connectivity needs of its customer base, including emerging 5G use cases. We will collaborate closely with Bharti Airtel to deliver excellent user experiences for their customers."
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As a global leader in 5G technology, Ericsson currently supports 170 operational 5G networks in over 70 countries. Ericsson's technological expertise has been acknowledged by independent analysts, such as Frost Radar™ 5G Network Infrastructure Market 2024, where Ericsson has been ranked as the top performer for the fourth consecutive year.
Moreover, Ericsson has maintained its position as a leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for 5G for the fourth year running. Having been a trusted connectivity partner for Airtel for more than 25 years, Ericsson has supported every generation of mobile communications. This strategic partnership underscores the shared commitment of Ericsson and Airtel in developing an advanced digital ecosystem in India.
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