AustraliaāsĀ NBNĀ Co has inked an exclusive ten-year partnership extension with Swedish vendor Ericsson for the deployment of 4G and 5G connectivity. Under the dealĀ NBNĀ Coās fixed wireless access (FWA) footprint is expected to grow by up to 50% nationally by the end of 2024 and will see Ericsson become the sole supplier of 4G and 5G radio access and microwave transport solutions forĀ NBNĀ Co, with deployed solutions to include the vendorās 4G and 5G antenna-integrated radios across the latterās current and future spectrum bands. Also being utilised are Ericssonās latest high-powered 5G millimetre wave (mmWave) solutions, the latestĀ RANĀ Processor for 4G and 5G, andĀ MINI-LINKĀ microwave transport solutions. Ericssonās extended-range innovation will reportedly enableĀ NBNĀ Co to expand itsĀ FWAĀ network cell range from 14km to 29km, while the upgrade programme also aims to support higher speeds in theĀ FWAĀ network.
Commenting on the matter, Jason Ashton,Ā NBNĀ Coās Executive General Manager for Fixed Wireless and Satellite, said: āOur network is the digital backbone of Australia, and it is constantly evolving as we help keep communities, businesses and all areas of society connected, and our nation productive. Investing in 5G mmWave is a part of our commitment to evolve the [FWA] network for future needs and continually enhance customer experience. Weāre committed to maximising the performance of both our fixed wireless and satellite networks, and our work with Ericsson will help us push the boundaries of its capabilities to the benefit of the more than one million homes and businesses covered by these networks across Australia.ā
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