Nokia wins 5G RAN contract with MEO

Nokia was been awareded a multi-year contract to modernize MEO’s existing radio access network (RAN) infrastructure and enhance its 5G capabilities.

Under the contract, Nokia will supply equipment from its 5G AirScale portfolio powered by its energy-efficient ReefShark System-on-Chip technology, including Massive MIMO, baseband, and remote radio head solutions for both indoor and outdoor scenarios. MEO will also utilize Nokia’s MantaRay SON, the Self-Organizing Networks solution, for optimization and network assurance.

Furthermore, MEO will leverage Nokia's Global Delivery Center in Portugal for complete project delivery and support services. This collaboration will tap into a highly skilled talent pool, cutting-edge tools, and operational capabilities. Additionally, MEO will benefit from Nokia's 5G research and development center in Portugal, fostering innovation for 5G and future technologies.

Tommi Uitto, President of Mobile Networks at Nokia, said: "MEO is a leading telecommunications operator in Portugal, known for delivering innovative solutions to its customers. We are thrilled to strengthen our partnership with this important and long-standing customer through this significant agreement. Together, we aim to unlock the potential of 5G to support the digital transformation of industries and redefine customer experiences."

• MEO is a telecommunications brand in Portugal. It operates primarily in Portugal, providing a range of services including mobile phone, internet, and television services. MEO is owned by Altice Portugal, which is part of the larger Altice Group. The company also operates in Brazil as an MVNO and also building its own network. MEO Brazil has partnerships with various infrastructure operators, including fiber-optic networks and cell towers, to provide its services to customers. The company has a presence in several Brazilian cities, including São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Belo Horizonte.