Omantel has selected Ericsson to support its ongoing 5G radio access network (RAN) deployment plans.
Omantel signs a multi-year partnership for hardware and software products and solutions from the Ericsson Radio System portfolio, including Advanced Antenna Systems and 3GPP standards-based 5G New Radio (NR). Ericsson will support Omantel’s commercial 5G deployment at key locations across Oman, including Salalah, Nizwa and Sur.
Ericsson technology will enable Omantel to expand coverage while simultaneously providing a network fit for the future. Ericsson’s high-speed and low-latency 5G technology will allow Omantel to meet growing data traffic demands and deliver high-quality fixed wireless access, as well as enhanced mobile broadband experiences. Subscribers will be able to enjoy speeds of more than 1Gbps and low latency in user experiences such as streaming, downloading, gaming, infotainment and interactivity.
The technology will also enable significant benefits to industry and enterprise in Oman. Omantel will be able to explore and build new business models and use cases, including Internet of Things (IoT) applications.
Eng. Samy Ahmed Al Ghassany, COO, Omantel
The deployment of 5G will enable Oman to be at the forefront of digitalization, helping us transform both industry and infrastructure and turn the next generation of possibilities into reality.
Dafi Pharaon, President of Ericsson Middle East and Africa
Through this ground-breaking technology, many 5G use cases will emerge for people as well as industries with examples such as FWA enabling individuals and enterprises in Oman to enjoy extremely low latency and ultra-high-speed broadband.
