Mavenir, the cloud-native network infrastructure provider, and e& UAE, the telecom arm of global technology group, e&, announced a collaboration to advance e& UAE’s future of cloud-native converged packet core networks across 4G and 5G (NSA and SA) at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. This marks a significant milestone in the journey towards next-generation connectivity and digital transformation.
This long-term partnership leverages cutting-edge technologies and advanced features, including artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled 5G services, automation, and orchestration. This robust infrastructure is designed to support a wide range of future use cases, from enhanced mobile broadband (eMBB) and ultra-reliable low-latency communications (URLLC) to massive machine-type communications (mMTC).
Mavenir and e& UAE’s partnership sets the stage for innovative use cases, including smart cities, autonomous vehicles (AVs), industrial IoT (IIoT), and immersive augmented reality (AR)/virtual reality (VR) experiences using the latest AI technology. The converged packet core environment ensures a seamless transition and fosters 6G readiness, paving the way for future advancements in connectivity while supporting the expanding business needs of e& UAE.
Pardeep Kohli, President and CEO of Mavenir, noted, "We are thrilled to partner with e& UAE in deploying a state-of-the-art 5G core network. This collaboration underscores our commitment to driving innovation and delivering cutting-edge solutions that empower our customers. The advanced features and technologies integrated into this network will unlock new possibilities and set the foundation for future 6G capabilities."
Khaled Al Suwaidi, Senior Vice President of Core Networks and Platforms, e& UAE, added, "Our successful collaboration with Mavenir marks a significant step forward in our mission to provide world-class connectivity and digital services to our customers. The deployment of this advanced 5G core network not only enhances our current offerings but also positions us at the forefront of technological innovation. We look forward to exploring new areas together in AI, automation, orchestration, digital BSS, and RCS, to continue delivering exceptional value to our customers."
Mavenir and e& UAE are committed to ongoing collaboration in various domains to drive continuous innovation and deliver transformative digital experiences to customers across the region.
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