Telia and Ericsson launch revolutionary 5G partnership in Nordics and Baltics

Telia Company has extended its long-term partnership with Ericsson for another four years across Sweden, Norway, Lithuania, and Estonia.

Through this renewed agreement, both companies aim to enhance mobile network speed, capacity, and coverage, while also future-proofing Telia’s infrastructure against evolving technological demands.

Moreover, the collaboration aims to boost innovation across various sectors, including manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and defence, by utilising Ericsson’s advanced RAN to enhance Telia’s autonomous networks and mission-critical communications.

In addition, Telia’s CTO emphasised that the partnership will keep the region at the forefront of digital innovation. At the same time, Ericsson noted that it will enhance security and create new business opportunities.

In Sweden, the partnership has built the nation’s top-rated network, boasting 99.9% 5G coverage. New projects, such as 5G train routes and the NorthStar Program with the Armed Forces, are advancing defence and transport innovation.

Similarly, in Norway, the partnership covers nearly 99% of the population, with mmWave tests reaching 4Gbps, enabling new experiences for enterprises, gaming, and stadiums.

Meanwhile, in Lithuania, network upgrades with Ericsson reach 95% 5G coverage, strengthening its 5G leadership and supporting energy-efficient operations in key sectors.

Finally, in Estonia, Telia and Ericsson’s private 5G drives industrial innovation, with 95.7% coverage, positioning the country as a regional leader in automation and smart connectivity.

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