Ericsson & Ooredoo Qatar Forge 5G Partnership

Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) and Ooredoo Qatar have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to accelerate digital transformation for enterprises and public sector organizations in Qatar. The partnership focuses on developing industry-specific 5G solutions, leveraging Ericsson Private 5G to enhance connectivity and enable mission-critical applications.

The collaboration will drive private and dedicated 5G network solutions for key verticals, including manufacturing, airports, and the oil and gas sector. Ericsson Private 5G ensures secure, high-speed, and reliable connectivity through its dual-mode core and industry-leading radio portfolio. Additionally, bespoke solutions will support public safety, digital airspace, and rail networks, delivering mission-critical performance through enhanced network availability, multi-network operation, and prioritized Quality of Service (QoS).

A key aspect of the MoU is exploring sustainability initiatives, where 5G technology will play a role in reducing environmental impact and decarbonizing industries. Through joint discussions, knowledge-sharing, and best practices, Ericsson and Ooredoo will work towards achieving Net Zero goals while advancing 5G-enabled sustainability solutions.

Under the agreement, Ericsson will provide Ooredoo with mission-critical network solutions, introduce ecosystem partners, and offer global references and use cases. This collaboration will enable Ooredoo Qatar to accelerate time-to-market, unlock new revenue streams, and meet evolving enterprise connectivity demands, driving sustainable digital growth in the region.

Thani Al Malki, Chief Business Officer at Ooredoo Qatar, stated: “Enterprises are rapidly embracing digitalization and automation to drive efficiency and unlock new revenue streams. Through our collaboration with Ericsson, we will enable advanced use cases across industries in Qatar, from autonomous operations to mission-critical public services.”

Todd Ashton, Vice President and Head of Enterprise and Mission Critical at Ericsson Middle East and Africa, added: “Ericsson’s mission-critical communications deliver next-generation, high-performing, and secure mobile broadband services. We are pleased to collaborate with Ooredoo Qatar to drive digitalization, revenues, and efficiencies for industries and public sector organizations in the country.”

This strategic partnership reinforces Ooredoo Qatar’s commitment to technological innovation and Ericsson’s expertise in delivering high-performance, resilient 5G solutions, paving the way for a digitally connected and sustainable future.