France has struck a major deal with Eutelsat to boost military satellite communications using OneWeb’s LEO constellation. The agreement supports urgent defense needs ahead of Europe’s IRIS2 system and could raise France’s stake in Eutelsat to 30 percent.
Vodafone Group has made a strategic leadership change by appointing Microsoft veteran Pilar López as their new Chief Financial Officer. López, with extensive experience in telecom and technology, joins Vodafone’s team, signaling the company’s commitment to integrating innovative tech insights.
Nokia’s collaboration with defense giant Leonardo marks a pivotal expansion of its private 4G and 5G capabilities, targeting critical industries like public safety and defense. This Europe-made solution features high-security, real-time communication, vital for rigorous industry demands.
Arcep, the French telecom regulator, recently advanced efforts in private mobile networks by opening consultations for the 3.8-4.2 GHz frequency band. This initiative aims to drive industrial 5G deployment, enhancing enterprise communication capabilities. Aligned with EU directives, Arcep seeks input on licensing terms and technical guidelines.
Orange has partnered with Eutelsat to enhance satellite connectivity for its enterprise and government clients. By integrating low earth orbit technology with its existing network, Orange aims to deliver more resilient and secure services in even the most remote regions.
Vodafone Qatar is set to revolutionize its 5G services by partnering with Nokia for a network overhaul. The collaboration focuses on enhancing speed, security, and adaptability to meet digital transformation needs, aligning with Qatar Vision 2030. This strategic move is poised to redefine Qatar’s telecoms sector.
Saudi Arabia’s HUMAIN initiative is investing $10 billion to become a global leader in artificial intelligence. Backed by the Public Investment Fund, HUMAIN plans major data center expansion, strategic tech partnerships, and AI model training dominance by 2030, all aligning with Vision 2030.
Spark and Air New Zealand have launched the country’s first 5G private network at Auckland Airport, revolutionizing logistics with real-time data, autonomous robots, and drones. This cutting edge system boosts safety, accuracy, and efficiency while paving the way for broader industrial automation and digital innovation.
Rakuten Symphony and Zain Kuwait are revolutionizing the telecom industry by introducing Kuwait’s first cloud-native Open Radio Access Network (O-RAN) deployment. This pioneering project aims to enhance 5G Standalone sites, leveraging Rakuten Symphony’s advanced O-RAN and cloud products.
MasOrange, Spain’s top mobile provider, has secured an impressive 11 billion euros financing for a bold fiber optic venture with Vodafone Spain. This positions MasOrange to become a leading player in Spain’s fiber network landscape. These strategic funds will enhance MasOrange’s telecom initiatives, including leveraging advanced 5G technology.
