du Achieves 10.56 Gbps Speeds with 5G-Advanced in UAE

du, the leading telecom and digital services provider in the UAE, has achieved a major milestone in next-generation connectivity with the successful deployment of its 5G-Advanced (5G-A) network. This groundbreaking achievement marks the UAE as the first country in the region to harness the power of 5G-A under the leadership of TDRA, reinforcing du’s position as a pioneer in telecommunications and digital transformation.

By leveraging the combination of 5G Sub-3GHz and 5G U6GHz spectrum, du has successfully demonstrated state-of-the-art 5G-Advanced technology, delivering enhanced throughput speeds, lower latency, and improved coverage in high-density environments. The 5G-A solution enables du to achieve an industry-leading peak data rate of 10.56 Gbps, ensuring an unparalleled mobile experience for users while strengthening the UAE’s position as a global technology hub.

Despite the inherent coverage challenges of high-frequency bands (U6GHz), du’s advanced network design has successfully overcome these limitations, offering coverage comparable to Sub-3GHz while doubling the available bandwidth. This breakthrough enables du to deliver ultra-high capacity, faster speeds, and seamless connectivity without compromising network performance, unlocking new possibilities for businesses, enterprises, and consumers.

Saleem AlBlooshi, Chief Technology Officer at du, emphasized the significance of this achievement, stating: “Achieving 10.56 Gbps speeds using a combination of 5G Sub-3GHz and 5G U6GHz is a monumental leap forward for du and for the telecommunications industry in the UAE. This milestone reflects our commitment to delivering world-class connectivity and supporting the UAE’s vision of becoming a global technology leader. We are excited to continue pioneering the future of 5G and beyond.”

With 5G-Advanced, du customers will experience ultra-fast download and upload speeds, ensuring seamless 8K video streaming, real-time cloud gaming, and high-definition video conferencing with zero buffering. The enhanced network architecture extends 5G coverage to previously underserved areas, ensuring more consistent and reliable connectivity across urban, suburban, and rural locations. du’s 5G Home Wireless services will also benefit from these advancements in the future, providing faster and more stable home internet solutions.

The advanced 5G-A technology also supports massive IoT deployments, AI-powered automation, and ultra-reliable low-latency communication (URLLC), making it a game-changer for industries such as autonomous vehicles, smart cities, healthcare, and manufacturing. With significantly reduced latency, businesses can rely on real-time responsiveness for critical applications, including remote healthcare, AR/VR experiences, and smart infrastructure.

As part of its long-term strategy, du is actively working with global technology partners and regulatory bodies to expand 5G-Advanced coverage and ensure that the UAE remains a leader in digital transformation. By integrating cutting-edge AI capabilities, enhanced network efficiencies, and massive machine-type communication (mMTC), du is setting new benchmarks for the future of connectivity.

With this milestone, du continues to push the boundaries of 5G innovation, paving the way for the next phase of ultra-fast, low-latency, and high-capacity networks that will revolutionize the way people and businesses connect, collaborate, and innovate.