Virgin Media O2 has awarded Nokia a new three-year deal to supply Radio Access Network equipment for its 2G, 3G, 4G, and 5G networks across Southern England.
Nokia’s equipment uses 30 percent less energy than legacy technology and provides a 40 percent reduction in weight and volume.
Nokia will also supply its Single RAN solution that enables one base station to run 5G, 4G, 3G, and 2G technologies simultaneously. This will help enable Virgin Media O2 to accelerate its 5G coverage rollout.
Virgin Media O2 will also use Nokia’s NetAct network management system to enable a consolidated network view. Nokia will also provide digital design and deployment services.
Jeanie York (pictured), CTO at Virgin Media O2, said: “Investing in our network and expanding our 4G and 5G networks will support the UK’s digital transformation and drive long-term growth.