{"id":1966,"date":"2020-09-30T04:00:09","date_gmt":"2020-09-30T04:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/businessner.com\/?p=1966"},"modified":"2020-09-29T20:22:39","modified_gmt":"2020-09-29T20:22:39","slug":"nokia-bags-5g-deal-to-become-bts-biggest-infrastructure-partner","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/businessner.com\/nokia-bags-5g-deal-to-become-bts-biggest-infrastructure-partner\/","title":{"rendered":"Nokia Bags 5G Deal to Become BT\u2019s Biggest Infrastructure Partner"},"content":{"rendered":"

Nokia has recently extended a long-term 5G deal with BT, the largest provider of fixed-line, broadband, and mobile services in the UK, filling the void left as Chinese company Huawei is blocked from providing 5G network services in the country.<\/p>\n

Nokia announced in a statement<\/a> on Tuesday (September 29) they are going to be BT\u2019s largest equipment provider as they increase the market share of the UK telecom\u2019s Radio Access Network after their selection as 5G RAN supplier.<\/p>\n

The total amount of the deal has not been disclosed but it will see Nokia providing base stations and antennas to BT to let subscriber\u2019s devices make calls and transmit mobile data through BT\u2019s 5G Radio Access Network.<\/p>\n

The recent deal between the Finnish company and the UK telecoms provider will allow the Finnish firm to replace Chinese telecoms giant Huawei in BT\u2019s infrastructure, particularly the 2G and 4G networks. Nokia is already providing 3G services to BT\u2019s EE network.<\/p>\n

Following its selection as a 5G RAN vendor for the UK operator, the Finnish telecoms giant will become BT\u2019s largest equipment provider.<\/p>\n

Back in July, the UK government decided to phase out Huawei<\/a> 5G networks from all mobile providers until 2027. BT together with other mobile providers is also banned from buying Huawei 5G equipment after December 31.<\/p>\n

The UK government cited national security concerns as grounds for Huawei\u2019s 5G network ban despite a strong partnership between BT and Huawei that has been existing since 2005.<\/p>\n

With this latest development, Nokia will provide equipment and services at BT radio sites across the UK, helping to evolve BT\u2019s radio access network to 5G and supporting its goal of maintaining the country\u2019s best network.<\/p>\n

BT\u2019s Nokia-powered network, which currently includes Greater London, the Midlands, and rural locations, will be extended to also cover multiple other towns and cities across the United Kingdom.<\/p>\n

This enhanced Nokia footprint will support BT\u2019s commitments to the UK government around the use of High-Risk Vendors in the UK network infrastructure.<\/p>\n

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\u201cDigital connectivity is critical to the UK\u2019s economic future, creating jobs, and underpinning sustainable growth. That\u2019s why BT is making game-changing investments in full-fiber and 5G. In a fast-moving and competitive market, it\u2019s critical we make the right technology choices,\u201d BT Group CEO Philip Jansen said.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/blockquote>\n

\u201cWith this next stage of our successful relationship with Nokia we will continue to lead the rollout of fixed and mobile networks to deliver stand-out experiences for customers,\u201d Jansen said.<\/p>\n

The latest deal is an accomplishment for Pekka Lundmark, Nokia CEO and President, who was appointed by the Nokia board last March in replacement of Rajeev Suri who stepped down after more than a decade as President and CEO. Lundmark assumed the position last September 1.<\/p>\n

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\u201cI am delighted that BT has extended its partnership with Nokia on 5G RAN, making Nokia BT\u2019s largest infrastructure partner. Our two companies have collaborated for over a quarter of a century in order to deliver best-in-class connectivity to people across the United Kingdom. We are proud to support BT\u2019s 5G network evolution and look forward to working even more closely together in the years to come,\u201d said Lundmark, Nokia CEO and President.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<\/blockquote>\n

What will be the role of Nokia in BT\u2019s 5G network?<\/h2>\n

Nokia will supply its AirScale Single RAN (S-RAN) portfolio for both indoor and outdoor coverage, including 5G RAN, AirScale base stations, and Nokia AirScale radio access products.<\/p>\n

These solutions will enable BT to build on its existing network leadership in the UK\u00a0 to deliver connectivity and capacity benefits to consumers at ultra-low latencies as well as reducing complexity and increasing cost efficiencies.<\/p>\n

The deal will also see Nokia optimize BT\u2019s existing 2G and 4G networks previously provided by Huawei and work alongside BT on the development of the OpenRAN ecosystem.<\/p>\n

As part of BT\u2019s network transformation, the mobile telecoms operator will also utilize Nokia Software\u2019s ng-SDM and NetAct network management platform, supporting the network evolution to 5G.<\/p>\n

These build upon the existing network architecture and provide an immediate cornerstone and single platform for new 5G-based services. Nokia will also provide its state-of-the-art Cell Site Gateway product providing key backhaul connectivity.<\/p>\n

Nokia will also provide digital design and deployment for a faster time to market as well as optimization and technical support services.<\/p>\n

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