The collaboration between Ericsson and Emirati operator e& UAE has led to the deployment of a groundbreaking 5G network solution. This marks the introduction of Ericsson’s advanced dual-band Massive MIMO radio, specifically the AIR 3229, on e& UAE’s network. Ericsson touts this as a significant step forward in network performance and environmental impact reduction.
The AIR 3229 dual-band radio allows e& UAE to deliver 5G services concurrently on both the 2.6 GHz and 3.5 GHz spectrums using a single unit. This setup significantly boosts network capacity and improves efficiency by doubling the carrier components in high-demand 5G sites. The benefits of this deployment include enhanced performance, simplified site acquisition, and ease of installation. Additionally, Ericsson highlights a 20% reduction in power consumption and a 25% decrease in tower load, making the solution eco-friendly.
The AIR 3229 is underpinned by the latest Ericsson Silicon technology. Marwan Bin Shakar, senior vice president, access network development at e& UAE, emphasized their commitment to adopting sustainable solutions. “The introduction of Ericsson’s dual-band Massive MIMO radio supports our efforts to deliver world-class connectivity,” he stated. Similarly, Ekow Nelson, VP and head of Global Customer Unit for e& at Ericsson Middle East and Africa, acknowledged the enhanced capability to meet increasing connectivity demands.
Additionally, Ericsson and e& UAE have also entered into an MoU regarding 6G technology. This partnership aims to explore future network advancements and 6G use cases. Through planned technical discussions, both companies desire to pave the way for next-generation mobile networks.
Furthermore, e& UAE recently achieved a record-breaking speed of 62 Gbps using innovative hardware and algorithms like MU-MIMO. This achievement underpinned by simplified architecture reflects their innovative spirit. Additionally, both companies celebrated the implementation of Low Latency, Low Loss, Scalable Throughput (L4S) in a commercial network, a regional first. This demonstration at GITEX Global 2024 highlighted the potential of L4S in significantly lowering latency and fortifying 5G-Advanced capabilities.
