Batelco has upgraded its Ericsson Mediation platform to the latest cloud-native technology to support advanced applications like 5G Standalone and Internet of Things use cases.
Ericsson and Batelco, part of the Beyon Group, have announced the expansion of Batelcos mobile broadband network to strengthen its 4G and 5G capabilities, improving network coverage and capacity across Bahrain. This initiative underscores both companies’ commitment to advancing digital services for consumers and enterprises, ensuring an enhanced connectivity experience.
As part of the expansion, Batelco has deployed Ericsson’s latest radio access network (RAN) products, including Massive MIMO antennas and upgraded its Ericsson Core network infrastructure to the latest network function virtualisation infrastructure (NFVI) release. These upgrades incorporate capacity expansions to accommodate the growing demand for voice and data traffic.
By integrating energy-efficient solutions such as dual-mode triple band radios and Interleaved AIR 3218, Batelco is optimising tower space utilisation while achieving up to 20% energy savings.
Additionally, Batelco has modernised Ericsson Mediation with the latest cloud-native technology, designed to enhance operational efficiency and address increasing data demands. The upgraded mediation capabilities support applications like the Internet of Things (IoT) and 5G Standalone use cases, ensuring flexibility and scalability for future-ready network services. The advanced cloud-native Ericsson Mediation platform will streamline Batelcos operations, optimise resource utilisation and accelerate the development of data pipelines for rapid time-to-market delivery.
Rashed Mohamed, Chief Technology Officer, Batelco, said: “This network expansion is a testament to our dedication to delivering cutting-edge digital services and the best possible user experiences to our customers. Our ongoing collaboration with Ericsson strengthens our network coverage and capacity across the Kingdom and empowers us to meet the growing connectivity demands in Bahrain seamlessly.”
Nicolas Blixell, Vice President and Head of Gulf Council Countries at Ericsson Middle East and Africa, added: “The latest network expansion with Batelco represents another successful milestone in our partnership. By leveraging our cutting-edge technology, we are facilitating a strengthened digital infrastructure in Bahrain and an enhanced connectivity experience for Batelcos consumer and enterprise customers.”
By prioritising advanced digital services, both companies aim to provide better connectivity solutions that address the evolving needs of consumers and enterprises across the Kingdom.
