Turkcell, a leading Turkish telecommunications operator, and Ericsson have signed a deal on 5G research and development.

The main objective of the memorandum of understanding is to develop a joint understanding of 5G use cases, requirements and deployment scenarios, as well as to evaluate performance and applicability of potential 5G key technology components and business collaboration as to 5G potential research projects, said a statement.

Kaan Terzioglu, chief executive officer, Turkcell, said: “Turkcell is determined to shape and deploy the most advanced technologies in its footprint. Partnering with Ericsson, we aim to develop a joint understanding of 5G use cases, requirements and deployment scenarios and evaluate the performance of key technology components.

“This collaboration will enable us to address the needs and expectations of consumers and corporate customers from various industries. We will continue to work closely with our partners in the 5G arena."

Hans Vestberg, chief executive officer, Ericsson Studio in Stockholm, said: “We are expecting 5G adoption to begin in the very near future, hence we are focusing on the ways in which the industry will adopt the 5G standard globally to deliver capabilities and services beyond the mainstream 4G offerings.

“With operator cooperation’s like this, we bring research into the live test networks which give us valuable insights.”

5G will evolve the entire future communication eco-system, from devices to mobile access, IP core and into the cloud, said the statement.

Ericsson's latest 5G test network initiatives focus on the interactions between mobile devices and the radio access network, in both indoor and outdoor circumstances, it added. - TradeArabia News Service