The loan will support the development of 5G infrastructure in Spain, Portugal, France, Italy and Poland.
5G deployment
Movistar launches 5G+ network in Spain on Ericsson 5G core/RAN networks
Telefónica’s Movistar launched a 5G+ service for consumers, enterprises and society in Spain using Ericsson’s 5G core network technology combined with its radio access network (RAN).
Vodafone Spain to provide 5G for railways
The operator has been awarded a €25.5 million contract to connect select high-speed rail routes.
Swedish regulator sees drop in number of mobile voice calls as 5G use grows
The number of voice calls has decreased for the first time, while 5G now accounts for 14% of subscriptions.
1&1 to launch 5G in Q3 2023
The German operator has set out new 5G rollout goals, following a failure to hit previous base station targets.
German regulator expected to fine 1&1 for failing to hit roll-out targets
The emerging fourth operator has failed to hit its 5G base station target by the end of 2022.
Telekom Romania launches 5G
It is the last operator in the country to launch 5G services.
Report: Global 5G connectivity has reached a tipping point
Test, measurement and assurance company Viavi Solutions says 5G networks are now active in 47 of the world’s 70 largest economies.
UK government sets 5G rollout target
The UK has set out a target of covering all populated areas with standalone 5G by 2030.
ETNO says Europe’s 5G rollout is lagging behind global peers
The association says although 5G coverage has increased, Europe is not as advanced the United States, South Korea and China.
