Cellnex becomes lead customer for Ericsson’s high-power MINI-LINK 6356 E-band radio
Cellnex Group, a leading operator of telecommunications infrastructure, becomes the lead Ericsson customer worldwide for the introduction of the high-power microwave E-band radio MINI-LINK 6356, delivering high-capacity backhaul with improved range and energy efficiency.
Additionally, Cellnex is carrying out a large-scale deployment of the Ericsson Transport Automation Controller for the microwave backhaul, bringing real-time data analysis and AI-driven automation and smarter network management.
This first deployment of MINI-LINK 6356 has been in Poland as part of Cellnex’ Radio Access Network (RAN) modernization and is planned for deployment in other countries where Cellnex operates.
Sergio Tortola, Chief Technology Officer of Cellnex Group, says: “This deployment agreement with Ericsson reinforces Cellnex's position as a leading European 5G technology integrator, laying the foundation for advanced services for mobile operators with improved base station backhaul range and coverage unlocking new business opportunities across the European telecommunications ecosystem.”
Martin Mellor, Head of Ericsson Poland, says: “Ericsson is proud to strengthen and enhance our partnership with Cellnex Group and Cellnex Poland with this worldwide first. Units of the high-power MINI-LINK 6356 E-band radio, in combination with AI-powered observability and automation, are now deployed, providing Cellnex with a world-leading microwave technology that extends backhaul range and capacity, making it an ideal complement to the RAN modernization initiatives.”
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Cellnex is Europe’s leading operator of telecommunications infrastructure, enabling mobile network operators to access an extensive and efficient shared network. This lowers barriers to entry, enhances coverage across urban and rural areas, and supports the sustainable roll-out of digital services. In addition to its core activity in towers and sites, Cellnex offers a broad portfolio of connectivity solutions that includes radio and television broadcasting services, emergency and public safety networks, in-building coverage, even in complex environments, and infrastructure for transport networks that strengthen its position as a strategic partner in advancing connectivity and Europe’s digital transformation.
The company currently manages a portfolio of more than 112,000 sites, without including planned deployments through 2030, across 10 European countries, with a strong presence in Spain, France, the United Kingdom, Italy and Poland. Cellnex is listed on the Spanish stock exchange, is a constituent of the IBEX 35 and Euro Stoxx 100and holds significant positions in leading sustainability indices such as Sustainalytics, MSCI, S&P Global CSA, Ecovadis and CDP. For more information, please, visit: Cellnex