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TECHx
15 hours ago
- Business
- TECHx
Orange Maroc Partners with Ericsson to Boost 5G Network
Home » Smart Sectors » Telecom » Orange Maroc Partners with Ericsson to Boost 5G Network Orange Maroc has announced a major step in strengthening its network infrastructure. The telecom operator revealed a strategic agreement with Ericsson to modernize and expand its core network. This partnership supports Orange Maroc's commitment to providing high-performance connectivity. It also aligns with the national strategy 'Digital Morocco 2030,' which aims to advance the country's digital transformation. As part of the collaboration, Orange Maroc will integrate Ericsson's dual-mode 5G Core and Cloud Native Infrastructure Solution. These advanced technologies are designed to support cloud-native 5G applications. The modernization will increase network capacity and improve the customer experience. It also enables Orange Maroc to build a scalable network in preparation for 5G deployment. Orange Maroc will also implement the Ericsson Cloud Core Policy Controller. This solution will offer high scalability and network resilience, while supporting new business models. Additionally, the company will extend its network with more IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) and Ericsson Packet Core sites. These upgrades aim to: Strengthen Voice over LTE (VoLTE) services Enhance 4G and 5G offerings such as eMBB, FWA, and industrial connectivity Moreover, the modernization includes upgrades to cloud infrastructure automation and orchestration. Orange Maroc will enhance its use of Ericsson Network Manager, Orchestrator, and Network IQ Statistics for better monitoring and performance. Hendrik Kasteel, CEO of Orange Maroc, stated that the partnership reflects the company's focus on innovation and customer satisfaction. He said the agreement will help deliver a stronger, more reliable network for Morocco. Majda Lahlou Kassi, President of Ericsson Morocco and VP of Ericsson West and Southern Africa, reported that the company is proud to support Orange Maroc in this transformation. She emphasized the importance of scalable and sustainable infrastructure. Orange Maroc and Ericsson have collaborated for over 20 years. This new project reinforces Orange Maroc's role as a leading telecom operator in Morocco. The company continues to invest in advanced infrastructure to meet future connectivity needs and drive national growth.
Morocco World
5 days ago
- Business
- Morocco World
Orange Morocco Partners with Ericsson to Accelerate 5G Deployment
Doha – Orange Morocco has signed a strategic agreement with Ericsson to modernize and expand its network infrastructure, preparing for the introduction of 5G technology in the country. The partnership, announced on Thursday, aligns with Morocco's Digital 2030 strategy aimed at advancing the country's digital transformation, according to a press release from the company. The collaboration will enable Orange Morocco to integrate cutting-edge technologies, specifically Ericsson's dual-mode 5G Core and Cloud Native Infrastructure Solution, optimized for hosting cloud-native 5G applications, the statement indicates. This modernization will increase the operator's network capacity and enhance customer experience while building a scalable network architecture for 5G implementation, according to the announcement. Through this strategic partnership, Orange Morocco will introduce the 'Ericsson Cloud Core Policy Controller,' ensuring high scalability, improved network resilience, and new business models, as specified in the company's communication. The telecommunications operator will also expand its network with additional IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) and Ericsson Packet Core sites to strengthen Voice over LTE (VoLTE) services and provide highly reliable 4G and 5G services, the release states. 'Orange Morocco places innovation and customer satisfaction at the heart of its strategy,' said Hendrik Kasteel, CEO of Orange Morocco. 'This partnership with Ericsson reinforces our commitment to offering an increasingly powerful, reliable network adapted to the growing digital needs of Moroccans.' Majda Lahlou Kassi, President of Ericsson Morocco and VP Ericsson West Africa and Southern Africa, added: 'At Ericsson, our customers' success is central to our mission. We are proud to support Orange Morocco in this major transformation, which aims to respond to rapidly evolving connectivity needs.' The modernization also includes improving automation and orchestration of cloud-native infrastructure through upgrades to Ericsson Network Manager, Orchestrator, and Network IQ Statistics software already used by Orange Morocco to orchestrate its network, as detailed in the announcement. This partnership continues a 20-year cooperation between Orange Morocco and Ericsson, demonstrating the Moroccan operator's commitment to anticipating the country's future connectivity needs and strengthening its role as a pillar of national digital development, according to the companies. According to the National Telecommunications Regulatory Agency (ANRT), the commercial launch of 5G in Morocco is scheduled for early November 2025, just before the start of the Africa Cup of Nations. Implementation will begin in major cities before gradually extending to less dense and more remote areas. The Morocco Digital 2030 plan aims to achieve 25% population coverage by the end of 2025, increasing to 70% by 2030. The ambitious goal is to ensure nationwide coverage for the 2030 FIFA World Cup. The arrival of 5G will significantly impact various sectors, including intelligent transportation, home automation, and productivity in next-generation industrial units, according to industry analysts. Agriculture, public services, and the digitalization of administrative procedures will also receive a strong boost. A key element in this process is the strategic agreement signed in late March between Maroc Telecom and Inwi to accelerate the deployment of fiber optics and 5G throughout the country through infrastructure sharing via two joint ventures: Tower Co for 5G and FiberCo for fiber optics. Tags: 5G technology MoroccoEricssonOrange Morocco
