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- Powered by Ericsson Radio Dot System, the multi-operator indoor 5G small cell solution enables faster and more reliable network performance to subscribers
Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC), in partnership with Solutions by STC, a digital enabler in Saudi Arabia, is collaborating with Advanced Communications and Electronics Systems (ACES), an international neutral host provider, to deliver a neutral host solution at King Saud University (KSU) Stadium (Marsool Park) in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
As part of a neutral host provider model, and with the support of Ericsson Indoor Connect, communications service providers (CSPs) will be able to roll out indoor 5G solutions at a faster rate for their subscribers, thereby providing high-performing 5G to all users by sharing the same infrastructure.
With neutral host solutions and multi-operator sharing, CSPs can cost effectively expand coverage in iconic locations across the Kingdom with 5G indoor networks.
The new indoor 5G multi-operator small cell solution powered by Ericsson Radio Dot System will erase the barriers between outdoor and indoor connections, enabling high-performance 5G in business and everyday lives.
Akram Aburas, Chief Executive Officer of ACES says: “As a neutral host operator, we know the significance of neutral host provider models in reducing investment costs while improving the quality of services. We look forward to our collaboration with Ericsson in partnership with Solutions by STC to set up a neutral host ecosystem and support communication service providers in enhancing their indoor 5G coverage to the highest speeds possible with flexibility and ease of operation and maintenance.”
Håkan Cervell, Vice President and Head of Customer Unit stc, Saudi Arabia and Egypt at Ericsson Middle East and Africa, says: “Indoor connectivity has become increasingly vital to Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation. Our indoor 5G solution and neutral host provider model will help ensure robust 5G connectivity across the Kingdom in line with Saudi Vision 2030. We are confident our award-winning neutral host solutions, powered by the Radio Dot System, will bring about more diversified indoor business models in the Kingdom that will unlock many services to subscribers.”
With 80 percent of mobile data used indoors, indoor cellular coverage has become a critical digital infrastructure. Ericsson’s 5G Radio Dot solution support CSPs to deploy indoor networks faster and deliver a superior indoor 5G experience to their subscribers with speeds beyond 1 Gigabits per second (Gbps). The solution will ensure reliable performance to subscribers and will seamlessly cater to high-demanding users at major events in the Kingdom.
To date, more than 150 service providers in over 70 countries around the world have deployed Ericsson Radio Dot System in venues including airports, hotels, hospitals, stadiums, and shopping malls.
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Ericsson enables communications service providers to capture the full value of connectivity. The company’s portfolio spans the following business areas: Networks, Cloud Software and Services, Enterprise Wireless Solutions, Global Communications Platform, and Technologies and New Businesses. It is designed to help our customers go digital, increase efficiency, and find new revenue streams. Ericsson’s innovation investments have delivered the benefits of mobility and mobile broadband to billions of people globally. Ericsson stock is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and on Nasdaq New York. www.ericsson.com
About Solutions by STC:
solutions by stc is the Kingdom’s leading enabler of digital transformation and the number one IT service provider in the Kingdom, enabling the public and private sectors to transform, reach and scale into a new digital age.
solutions by stc provides clients integrated technology solutions through a broad portfolio that enhances their day-to-day operations. Its core ICT services are designed to enable, manage and scale businesses.
Solutions launched its operations over decades ago and to date has serviced almost 24,000 clients across 35 cities in Saudi Arabia and in key sectors, including financial services, healthcare and education. solutions by stc has approximately 1500 employees with over 1,000 certified on key technologies and business domains.
ABOUT ACES:
Advanced Communications and Electronics Systems is leading international Neutral Host company in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, South East Asia and the Middle East in implementing the infrastructure of mega projects. ACES is known for its innovative approach and implementing new technologies for its projects while providing a very rich digital experience to 100+ million annual users using its telecom infrastructure. Several important projects have already been implemented, most notably the expansion of the Holy Mosque in Makkah, Bangalore International Airport in India, Surat Diamond Bourse in India, the Riyadh Metro Public Transport Project and King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, as well as several other international projects.
