A towering success: Cellnex revenue tops €1bn Cellnex Telecom’s revenue for 2019 exceeded EUR 1 billion with 67.5 percent of total income coming from infrastructure services it provides to operators. The Spanish wireless infrastructure operator currently owns 36,471 operative sites in eight European countries and plans to add 28,000 more as a result of ongoing acquisition deals pending completion. Cellnex has also announced a partnership with Bouygues Telecom to help them deploy their 5G network. The two companies have agreed to create a joint venture (51 percent Cellnex and 49 percent Bouygues Telecom) that will deploy and operate a fiber network connecting infrastructure equipment across France. Read more at https://tinyurl.com/s6fmz4h Google plans to invest $10 billion in US offices and data centers in 2020 Google has unveiled its plans to invest more than USD 10 billion in offices and data centers across the United States in 2020. Google and Alphabet…
Rogers Communications is revolutionizing connectivity in Quebec with the expansion of WiFi 7 services. As part of their strategic expansion, Rogers seamlessly integrates WiFi 7 with their robust 5G and hybrid fiber coax networks. This innovation not only offers faster speeds but also enhanced reliability for homes with multiple devices.
Amphenol is acquiring CommScope’s Connectivity and Cable Solutions business for $10.5 billion, strengthening its presence in data centers, broadband, and smart buildings. The deal follows its 2023 purchase of CommScope’s Andrew unit and is expected to boost 2025 sales.
Vodafone Germany has ingeniously transformed a traditional advertising column into a 5G antenna site in Stuttgart, kickstarting a project to enhance urban mobile coverage. Utilizing Ericsson antennas and fiber optic backhaul, it offers 500 Mbps speeds. This innovation expands Vodafone’s 5G network seamlessly, avoiding the challenges of building large cell towers.
EXA Infrastructure sets a new benchmark in digital connectivity by launching the first new North Sea subsea cable in 25 years. This 1,200 km fibre route, including a critical 115 km subsea segment, connects London, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, and Brussels, enhancing Europe’s capabilities.
Google has announced Sol, a new undersea cable linking Florida to Spain with stops in Bermuda and the Azores. Aimed at boosting global cloud infrastructure, the project lacks key details but is expected to go live in 2026.
Bell Canada has sold its stake in MLSE to Rogers, using the proceeds to fund its expansion into the US fibre market. The move aligns with Bell’s strategy to focus on fibre and 5G while retaining key sports content rights through TSN.
Orange Business has unveiled its new Defense & Security Division, affirming its dedication to sovereignty in defense and homeland security. This aligns with its “Lead the Future” strategy, targeting strategic verticals with sovereignty implications.
Inseego and T-Mobile have partnered to launch the FX4100, an advanced indoor 5G gateway for businesses. Featuring 5G Standard Access, uplink carrier aggregation, and network slicing, it enables enterprises to adopt wireless as their primary connectivity. The FX4100 offers easy management, broad coverage, and supports demanding applications.
U Mobile, a major force in Malaysia’s telecom industry, is set to transform its 5G connectivity through a crucial strategic partnership with CIMB Bank. With a financial boost of RM4 billion, this move aims to establish extensive 5G coverage by 2026, elevating VoIP and 5G networks in the region.