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Ericsson and Freshwave launch shared indoor 5G platform in the UK
Ericsson and Freshwave unveil a shared indoor 5G model in the UK, promising seamless multi-operator coverage and lower deployment costs.
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Ericsson and Freshwave unveil a shared indoor 5G model in the UK, promising seamless multi-operator coverage and lower deployment costs.
Context
•The "5G on Omni" platform delivers multi-operator 4G and 5G coverage inside UK buildings via shared infrastructure. •A shared-neutral-host model cuts energy use by around 50% and lets landlords scale coverage with a pay-as-you-occupy pricing structure.
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Analysis
Ericsson and Freshwave have launched "5G on Omni", a shared indoor connectivity platform designed to deliver 4G and 5G coverage from all UK mobile operators through a single system. The solution uses Ericsson's Radio Dot System to provide multi-operator coverage inside buildings, addressing persistent indoor signal gaps. The platform extends Freshwave's Omni Network, which has already delivered indoor 4G across more than 6 million square feet of UK commercial space since 2024. The upgraded system adds 5G capability and supports operators including EE, O2 and Vodafone Three on the same infrastructure layer. The service is already live at Workspace's Record Hall in London, where tenants can access consistent mobile coverage regardless of provider. Freshwave is targeting sectors such as finance, retail and enterprise offices, with further deployments planned in 2026. The companies said the shared model reduces duplication of infrastructure, cuts energy consumption by around 50%, and simplifies deployment through a fully managed service. A flexible "pay-as-you-occupy" pricing model allows landlords and tenants to scale coverage based on demand.
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