Ericsson bags 3-year deal from Eastlink to deploy mid-band radios, enhance core network for 5G

NEW DELHI: Swedish telecom gear maker Ericsson is extending its 10-year partnership with Canadian telecom operator Eastlink to supply 3500MHz mid-band radios and enhanced core network support for voice and data services.

Ericsson is already supplying its 5G radio access network (RAN) gear to the telco, as per a statement by the company on Friday. As part of the new three-year deal, the companies will activate Eastlink’s 3500MHz spectrum to provide better coverage, lower latency, and deliver faster speeds.