Europe and Middle East National Telecom Trends
Europe and Middle East National Telecom Trends
National Telecom trend intelligence tracks national telecom market trends, 5G rollout, fibre modernisation, wholesale network strategy, spectrum pressure, and digital infrastructure investment in Europe and the Middle East, giving readers a fuller view of the demand shifts, capacity constraints, platform strategies, capital timing, regulatory pressure, and operating assumptions behind the market.
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Orange Business appoints Zitoune-Dumontet as France CEO
What happened: Orange Business France appoints Wassila Zitoune-Dumontet as new CEO Orange Business has promoted Wassila Zitoune-Dumontet to CEO of its France division, effective April 1, 2025. Previously serving as Chief Operating Officer (COO), Zitoune-Dumontet oversaw…
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Virgin Media O2 trials open RAN at Twickenham Stadium
What happened: Open RAN technology trials at Allianz Stadium The 5G MoDE project, led by Virgin Media O2 and supported by Mavenir, has demonstrated the power of Open RAN technology at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, during the Six Nations rugby match between England and Italy. This…
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EE targets 28M UK 5G SA users by March
EE has expanded its 5G standalone network to reach 28 million people in the UK, enhancing the country’s digital infrastructure.
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Vodafone recognised for disability inclusion
What happened: Vodafone’s inclusion milestone Vodafone UK has been awarded Disability Confident Level 3 accreditation, coinciding with Neurodiversity Celebration Week. This recognition highlights the company’s commitment to creating a supportive workplace for disabled employees.…
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Orange partners with Telesat for satellite expansion
What happened: Orange strengthens satellite connectivity with Telesat Orange has signed a satellite connectivity agreement with Telesat, enhancing its service options in France. The partnership involves a Telesat Lightspeed Landing Station, which will be hosted at an Orange…
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Vodafone and Ericsson utilize AI to enhance 5G energy efficiency
What happened: Vodafone and Ericsson use AI to improve 5G energy efficiency Vodafone UK and Ericsson conducted a trial to enhance 5G network energy efficiency using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). The trial tested multiple AI-powered features, including 5G…
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Telefónica appoints Emilio Gayo as new chief operating officer
What happened: Emilio Gayo as new chief operating officer at Telefónica Telefonica has announced the appointment of Emilio Gayo as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective immediately. Gayo, who has been with the company since 2004, previously served as the CEO of…
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Aduna expands Network API initiative in France
What happened: Aduna grows ecosystem in France Aduna, the network API initiative founded by Ericsson and a consortium of telco members, has expanded its ecosystem in France with the addition of Bouygues Telecom and Free (iliad Group). These operators join Orange France, one of…
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BT urges businesses to switch from analogue landlines by 2025
What happened: BT urges businesses to transition from analogue landlines ahead of 2025 deadline BT, one of the UK’s leading telecommunications providers, is urging businesses to transition from analogue landlines to digital alternatives ahead of the 2025 deadline for the…
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Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile launch European satellite service
What happened: Vodafonea and AST SpaceMobile to offer satellite connectivity across Europe Vodafone has announced a partnership with AST SpaceMobile to launch a joint satellite service across Europe. The collaboration aims to provide seamless mobile connectivity, particularly in…
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Europe lags behind in 5G SA deployment
What happened: Europe’s 5G SA challenge A recent report by Ookla, titled “A Global Evaluation of Europe’s Digital Competitiveness in 5G SA,” reveals that Europe is severely lagging behind other major regions in the deployment and commercialisation of 5G Standalone (SA) networks.…
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Vodafone launches European broadband research hub
Vodafone is launching a research hub in Spain with AST SpaceMobile, focusing on integrating LEO satellite and mobile broadband.
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Nokia upgrades Orange Jordan’s broadband network
Nokia upgrades Orange Jordan’s broadband network with 7750 SR BNG to enhance connectivity, operational efficiency, and sustainability.
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Virgin Media O2 launches 5G Standalone for business
Virgin Media O2 launches 5G Standalone network in the UK, offering higher bandwidth, lower latency, and better coverage.
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Vodafone and Three announce post-merger leadership team
Vodafone and Three UK announce new leadership team for merged entity following CMA approval, aiming to enhance UK network.
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Ofcom proposes 6GHz band sharing for Wi-Fi and mobile
What happened: Ofcom Proposes Sharing Upper 6GHz Band for UK Mobile and WiFi Ofcom has proposed a plan to allow low-power indoor Wi-Fi and mobile broadband networks to share the upper 6GHz band (6425 to 7125 MHz) in the UK. This move aims to improve spectrum usage and meet the…
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Vodafone and Three Unveil Leadership Team Ahead of UK Merger
What happened: Vodafone and Three unveil leadership team ahead of UK merger Vodafone has revealed the leadership team for its upcoming merger with Three UK, which received approval from the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) in December 2024. The new company, formed by…
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Vodafone IoT expands in the Middle East with Mobily
What happened: Vodafone Business IoT partners with Mobily to expand IoT connectivity in the Middle East On February 10, 2025, Vodafone Business IoT announced a strategic partnership with Mobily, a leading telecommunications provider in Saudi Arabia, to expand Internet of Things…
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EE deploys 5G Standalone network at Wembley Stadium
What happened: EE rolls out 5G Standalone network at Wembley Stadium On February 10, 2025, EE announced the deployment of its 5G Standalone (5G SA) network at Wembley Stadium in London. This upgrade marks Wembley as the first sporting venue in the UK to feature a dedicated 5G SA…
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Ofcom plans to cut telco complaint resolution times
What happened: Ofcom proposes to shorten telco complaint resolution times Ofcom, the UK’s communications regulator, has proposed new rules to reduce the time telecommunications companies take to resolve customer complaints. Under the new guidelines, telecom providers will be…