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Bahrain News Gazette
30-01-2025
- Business
- Bahrain News Gazette
Batelco and Ericsson Expand Mobile Network in Bahrain
MANAMA: Batelco, part of the Beyon Group, and Ericsson have announced the expansion of Batelco's mobile broadband network with a focus on enhancing 5G and 4G capabilities by strengthening network coverage and capacity across Bahrain. This expansion highlights the commitment of both companies to providing advanced digital services to consumers and enterprises, ensuring a boosted connectivity user experience. According to Bahrain News Agency, as part of this expansion, Batelco has deployed Ericsson's latest radio access network (RAN) products and modernized its Ericsson Core, incorporating capacity expansions to meet the growth in both voice and data traffic. By integrating Ericsson's innovative and energy-efficient solutions, Batelco can reduce the overall space required and load on its towers with up to 20 percent energy savings while enhancing overall network performance. Batelco has also modernized its Ericsson Mediation platform to the latest cloud-native technology, which is designed to improve operati onal efficiency and meet the increasing data demands of consumers. The enhanced mediation capabilities support various applications, including Internet of Things (IoT) and 5G Standalone use cases, providing the flexibility and scalability needed for reliable and future-ready network services. Rashed Mohamed, Batelco Chief Technology Officer, emphasized the importance of the network expansion in delivering digital services and optimal user experiences. He noted that the collaboration with Ericsson strengthens network coverage and capacity across Bahrain and meets growing connectivity demands. Nicolas Blixell, Vice President and Head of Gulf Council Countries at Ericsson Middle East and Africa, stated that the network expansion with Batelco is a milestone in their partnership. By leveraging advanced technology, they are enhancing digital infrastructure and connectivity experiences for Batelco's customers. This expansion reflects the long-standing partnership between Batelco and Ericsson, demonstrating their joint commitment to introducing the latest telecommunications technologies in Bahrain. By prioritizing advanced digital services, both companies aim to deliver connectivity solutions that meet the evolving needs of consumers and enterprises in the Kingdom.
Daily Tribune
30-01-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Batelco Expands IoT
Batelco has strengthened its network to support Bahrain's growing demand for Internet of Things (IoT) applications, upgrading its infrastructure with Ericsson's latest cloud-native technology. The enhancement enables seamless integration of IoT and 5G Standalone services, paving the way for smarter industries, connected devices, and future-ready digital solutions. The network expansion includes the deployment of Ericsson's energy-efficient radio access network (RAN) products, improving coverage and capacity while cutting energy consumption by up to 20 percent. This upgrade enhances reliability for IoT applications, ensuring a robust and scalable network for businesses and consumers. Advanced infrastructure Batelco has also modernised its Ericsson Mediation platform, optimising its ability to handle increasing data traffic and highspeed connectivity. The upgrade enhances operational efficiency, allowing Bahrain to keep pace with the rapid adoption of IoT-driven solutions across industries. Batelco Chief Technology Officer Rashed Mohamed said the expansion reflects the company's commitment to delivering cutting-edge digital services. 'Our ongoing collaboration with Ericsson strengthens our network coverage and capacity across the Kingdom and empowers us to meet the growing connectivity demands in Bahrain seamlessly,' he said. Future-ready partnership Ericsson's Vice President and Head of Gulf Council Countries, Nicolas Blixell, described the upgrade as a significant step in enhancing Bahrain's digital landscape. 'By leveraging our cutting-edge technology, we are facilitating a strengthened digital infrastructure in Bahrain and an enhanced connectivity experience for Batelco's consumer and enterprise customers,' he said. By investing in IoT-ready infrastructure and next-generation connectivity, Batelco and Ericsson are driving Bahrain's transition to a more connected and technologically advanced future.
Biz Bahrain
30-01-2025
- Business
- Biz Bahrain
Batelco Expands Mobile Network in Bahrain in Collaboration with Ericsson
Batelco, part of the Beyon Group and Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) have announced the expansion of Batelco's mobile broadband network with a focus on enhancing 5G and 4G capabilities by strengthening network coverage and capacity across Bahrain. This expansion highlights the commitment of both companies to providing advanced digital services to consumers and enterprises, ensuring a boosted connectivity user experience. As part of this expansion, Batelco has deployed Ericsson's latest radio access network (RAN) products and modernized its Ericsson Core, incorporating capacity expansions to meet the growth in both voice and data traffic. By integrating Ericsson's innovative and energy-efficient solutions Batelco can reduce the overall space required and load on its towers with up to 20 percent energy savings, while enhancing overall network performance. Batelco has also modernized its Ericsson Mediation platform to the latest cloud-native technology, which is designed to improve operational efficiency and meet the increasing data demands of consumers. The enhanced mediation capabilities support various applications, including Internet of Things (IoT) and 5G Standalone use cases, providing the flexibility and scalability needed for reliable and future-ready network services. Batelco Chief Technology Officer Rashed Mohamed said: 'This network expansion is a testament to our dedication to delivering cutting-edge digital services and the best possible user experiences to our customers. Our ongoing collaboration with Ericsson strengthens our network coverage and capacity across the Kingdom and empowers us to meet the growing connectivity demands in Bahrain seamlessly.' Nicolas Blixell, Vice President and Head of Gulf Council Countries at Ericsson Middle East and Africa, says: 'The latest network expansion with Batelco represents another successful milestone in our partnership. By leveraging our cutting-edge technology, we are facilitating a strengthened digital infrastructure in Bahrain and an enhanced connectivity experience for Batelco's consumer and enterprise customers.' This expansion reflects the long-standing partnership between Batelco and Ericsson, demonstrating their joint commitment to introducing the latest telecommunications technologies in Bahrain. By prioritizing advanced digital services, both companies aim to deliver exceptional connectivity solutions that meet the evolving needs of consumers and enterprises in the Kingdom.
TECHx
29-01-2025
- Business
- TECHx
Ericsson & Batelco Expand 4G, 5G Network in Bahrain - TECHx Media Ericsson & Batelco Expand 4G, 5G Network in Bahrain
Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) and Batelco, a subsidiary of the Beyon Group, have announced the expansion of Batelco's mobile broadband network to enhance 4G and 5G capabilities across Bahrain. This initiative aims to strengthen network coverage and capacity, ensuring an improved connectivity experience for both consumers and enterprises. As part of the expansion, Batelco has deployed Ericsson's latest radio access network (RAN) technology, including Massive MIMO antennas, while upgrading its Core network infrastructure with the latest network function virtualization infrastructure (NFVI) release. These enhancements are designed to accommodate the growing demand for voice and data traffic. The integration of energy-efficient solutions such as dual-mode triple band radios and Interleaved AIR 3218 allows Batelco to optimize tower space usage and reduce energy consumption by up to 20%, all while boosting network performance. In addition, Batelco has modernized Ericsson Mediation to a cloud-native platform, enhancing operational efficiency and supporting emerging applications like IoT and 5G Standalone. The upgraded mediation system enables improved resource utilization and accelerates the development of data pipelines, ensuring faster time-to-market for innovative digital services. Commenting on the expansion, Rashed Mohamed, Chief Technology Officer at Batelco, stated: 'This network expansion underscores our commitment to delivering cutting-edge digital services and superior user experiences. Our collaboration with Ericsson strengthens our network infrastructure, empowering us to seamlessly meet Bahrain's growing connectivity demands.' Nicolas Blixell, Vice President and Head of Gulf Council Countries at Ericsson Middle East and Africa, added: 'This milestone in our partnership with Batelco reinforces our dedication to advancing Bahrain's digital infrastructure. By deploying our state-of-the-art technology, we are enhancing connectivity experiences for both consumers and enterprises in the Kingdom.' This expansion marks another step in the long-standing collaboration between Batelco and Ericsson, reaffirming their shared commitment to driving innovation in Bahrain's telecommunications sector. Through advanced digital services, both companies continue to deliver future-ready connectivity solutions that cater to the evolving needs of businesses and individuals.
Zawya
29-01-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Ericsson and Batelco expand mobile network in Bahrain
As part of the expansion, Batelco has deployed Ericsson's latest energy-efficient and capacity-boosting radio access network products. Batelco has upgraded its Ericsson Mediation platform to the latest cloud-native technology to support advanced applications like 5G Standalone and Internet of Things use cases. Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) and Batelco, part of the Beyon Group, have announced the expansion of Batelco's mobile broadband network to enhance its 4G and 5G capabilities by strengthening its network coverage and capacity across Bahrain. This expansion highlights the commitment of both companies to providing advanced digital services to consumers and enterprises, ensuring a boosted connectivity user experience. As part of this expansion, Batelco has deployed Ericsson's latest radio access network (RAN) products, such as Massive MIMO antennas, and modernized its Ericsson Core network infrastructure to the latest network function virtualization infrastructure (NFVI) release, incorporating capacity expansions to meet the growth in both voice and data traffic. By integrating innovative and energy-efficient solutions such as dual-mode triple band radios and Interleaved AIR 3218, Batelco can reduce the overall space required and load on its towers with up to 20 percent energy savings, while enhancing overall network performance. Batelco has also modernized Ericsson Mediation to the latest cloud-native technology, which is designed to improve operational efficiency and meet the increasing data demands of consumers. The enhanced mediation capabilities support various applications, including Internet of Things (IoT) and 5G Standalone use cases, providing the flexibility and scalability needed for reliable and future-ready network services. The new cloud-native Ericsson Mediation platform will enable Batelco to streamline operations and optimize resource utilization. This future-proof platform supports modern interfaces and data attributes while accelerating the development of data pipelines, ultimately ensuring a rapid time-to-market. Rashed Mohamed, Batelco Chief Technology Officer, says, "This network expansion is a testament to our dedication to delivering cutting-edge digital services and the best possible user experiences to our customers. Our ongoing collaboration with Ericsson strengthens our network coverage and capacity across the Kingdom and empowers us to meet the growing connectivity demands in Bahrain seamlessly." Nicolas Blixell, Vice President and Head of Gulf Council Countries at Ericsson Middle East and Africa, says: "The latest network expansion with Batelco represents another successful milestone in our partnership. By leveraging our cutting-edge technology, we are facilitating a strengthened digital infrastructure in Bahrain and an enhanced connectivity experience for Batelco's consumer and enterprise customers." This expansion reflects the long-standing partnership between Batelco and Ericsson, demonstrating their joint commitment to introducing the latest telecommunications technologies in Bahrain. By prioritizing advanced digital services, both companies aim to deliver exceptional connectivity solutions that meet the evolving needs of consumers and enterprises in the Kingdom. -Ends- FOLLOW US: MORE INFORMATION AT: ABOUT ERICSSON: Ericsson's high-performing networks provide connectivity for billions of people every day. For nearly 150 years, we've been pioneers in creating technology for communication. We offer mobile communication and connectivity solutions for service providers and enterprises. Together with our customers and partners, we make the digital world of tomorrow a reality.
