Bharti Airtel recently informed exchanges that it has awarded Ericsson a multi-year, multi-billion-dollar contract extension to deploy 4G and 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) solutions. This partnership will enable Airtel to enhance network capacity and provide wider coverage, ensuring an improved customer experience.
As part of the agreement, Ericsson will deploy centralized RAN and Open RAN-ready solutions to support Airtel’s network transformation. Additionally, Ericsson will upgrade its existing 4G radios with advanced software, further optimizing network performance.
A global leader in 5G, Ericsson powers 170 live 5G networks across more than 70 countries. Its technology leadership has been consistently recognized, with accolades such as the Frost Radar™ 5G Network Infrastructure Market Leader and the Gartner Magic Quadrant Leader for four consecutive years.
With over 25 years of collaboration, Ericsson has been a trusted partner in Airtel’s journey through every generation of mobile technology. This strategic partnership highlights their shared vision to foster an advanced digital ecosystem in India, accelerating the adoption of 5G technology.
Randeep Sekhon, CTO, Bharti Airtel, stated, ”The strategic partnership with Ericsson to deploy the latest technology is a testament to Airtel’s pursuit of network excellence. This deployment will enable us to further improve the speed, reliability, and coverage of our network, ensuring an exceptional experience for our customers.”
