SK Telecom and Nokia aim to build 5G technologies
SK Telecom and Nokia announced they will work together to develop fifth-generation mobile network technologies. The two companies will research and develop core 5G network technologies such as cloud-based virtualized base station technology.
A major focus of the partnership will be developing ‘cmWave/ mmWave 5G technology,’ which uses spectrum resources in ultra-high frequency bands (6GHz or higher) for data communications. The technology is being discussed as one of the possible core 5G technologies.
The companies announced plans to work toward demonstrating 5G in 2018 and commercializing the service in 2020.
TeliaSonera renews and expands contract with Ericsson
TeliaSonera has expanded a contract with Ericsson that was originally signed in 2010. Ericsson will now provide field operation services for TeliaSonera’s fixed and mobile networks. The contract extension allows Ericsson to expand into eight new regions for a growth of 200%.
Parent company of China Telecom considering Mexico investment
China Telecommunications is reportedly weighing an investment in Mexico. The company could be preparing a possible bid for Mexico’s $10 billion mobile broadband network and is currently conducting a preliminary study on investment opportunity in Mexico.
Vodafone India CEO to step down
Vodafone India’s CEO Marten Pieters will step down, effective April 1. Pieters will remain on the company’s board after his departure.
COO Sunil Sood will take over as CEO when Pieters steps down.
