Indonesia's telecommunications provider, Telkomsel, has announced the renewal of its partnership with Ericsson to further expand and strengthen its existing 4G and 5G networks nationwide. Ericsson and Telkomsel announced the renewal of their partnership at the Ericsson Imagine Live event in Jakarta today. The collaboration marks a significant milestone in advancing Indonesia's digital infrastructure.
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Network Expansion for Enhanced Connectivity
Under this renewed partnership, Ericsson will bring its energy-efficient 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) products and solutions to key regions in Indonesia. Ericsson said it has been providing connectivity and has deployed its energy-efficient solutions in the provinces of Aceh, Northern Sumatra, Central and West Sumatra, and the Eastern part of Kalimantan, including the emerging New Capitol City (Nusantara).
Empowering Business Segments
Telkomsel emphasized the significance of this collaboration, stating, "This renewed partnership with Ericsson reflects our commitment to enhancing the latest broadband network technology support available in Indonesia. The upgraded 4G/5G network will play a pivotal role in bolstering Telkomsel's efforts to develop services tailored for both the business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer (B2C) segments. This includes fostering the growth of the Industry 4.0 ecosystem, strengthening smart cities, and providing enhanced benefits to consumers and diverse industrial sectors across Indonesia."
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Driving Innovation Through 5G
Ericsson said it is powering Telkomsel's network with its technology, including its ultra-lightweight and energy-efficient Massive MIMO antenna integrated radio AIR 3219. Ericsson stated that this technology not only addresses current demands but also positions Telkomsel to meet future requirements for 5G and Fixed Wireless Access and Convergence (FWA/FMC).
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Enhancing User Experiences and Beyond
Ericsson Indonesia highlighted the multifaceted benefits of this partnership, stating, "Beyond providing enhanced user experiences characterized by higher speeds, low latency, and robust data handling capabilities, Ericsson's 5G products and solutions will empower Telkomsel to explore novel use cases with its enterprise and industry customers."
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A Legacy of Technological Empowerment
Ericsson has been in Indonesia for 116 years, playing an integral role in shaping the telecommunications landscape with connectivity solutions across 2G, 3G, 4G, and now 5G. As of today, Ericsson powers 147 live 5G networks across 63 countries globally.
