T-Mobile converts first hundred masts to Ericsson
T-Mobile's first hundred transmission masts have been fitted with the latest Ericsson equipment. T-Mobile and Ericsson are thus taking the first step towards a completely new 5G network. The ambition for a global network of unparalleled quality is within reach. With this, T-Mobile will offer its customers a sublime network experience including even more capacity and high speeds. The 5000 masts are spread throughout the Netherlands. T-Mobile and Ericsson will equip all these masts with the latest hardware by the summer of 2024. As a result, customers will experience an even better and faster network.
During the summer of 2022 T-Mobile announced a long-term commitment with Ericsson to supply the mobile network, for 5G as well as the current 3G and 4G. The tender process looked at quality, equipment performance, innovation, sustainability and cost, among other factors. T-Mobile found that Ericsson stood out from the rest, as it contributes to achieving the desired quality that can meet T-Mobile's requirements for a network provider. A successful pilot was then held in the Alkmaar region. After an intensive preparation process, a start has now been made on renewing the mobile network nationwide and the first 100 of the total 5,000 masts have been converted.
'Unparalleled networking experience'
With these modifications, T-Mobile is committed to achieving a state-of-the-art 5G network in the coming years. T-Mobile did the same when the 4G network was implemented and in doing so, the telecoms provider realised an award-winning network of unparalleled quality.
"For years we have been leading in 4G and we are pursuing the same for 5G," stated Thibaud Rérolle, Chief Technology Information Officer at T-Mobile. "Our mission is to connect people and give our customers access to a world-class mobile network. To provide our customers with an unparalleled network experience in the future, we are renewing and upgrading our 5G network. We did the same when we built 4G. Several new technologies were first deployed on a large scale for the T-Mobile network in recent years and with Ericsson we are also using new advanced technologies that are going to help us deliver a world-class network experience."
'Limitless Connectivity'
Stefan Koetz, Head of Strategic Projects in MELA at Ericsson, says: "As a technology leader in 5G we are proud to support T-Mobile Netherlands in building a mobile broadband communications network with unparalleled quality. Together with T-Mobile Netherlands we aim to create a world where limitless connectivity improves lives, redefines business and pioneers a sustainable future."
High-quality, sustainable, and innovative network
T-Mobile and Ericsson are working together on new innovations to improve a 5G network. Thanks to this modernisation, energy consumption per Gigabyte sent also decreases. By deploying innovative software, energy consumption can be tailored to the broadband needs of the moment. For instance, certain frequencies can be switched off when there is less demand. In doing so, the telecom provider contributes to making the Netherlands' mobile network more sustainable.