Nokia and O2 switch on 5G across London and Slough

Espoo, Finland – Nokia has announced it is powering O2’s 5G network, as it goes live in London and Slough today. Across the capital, all of O2’s business and consumer customers will now have access to faster, more reliable connections as well as enjoying the benefits of 5G around iconic live event and sporting sites, including The O2 and Twickenham Stadium.

The megacity is home to 10 million people with over 50,000 international visitors daily – making London the most demanding region in the UK for network performance and one that will benefit greatly from next generation connectivity. The three-year project sees Nokia and O2 build on their relationship and upgrade O2’s 4G networks to 5G in and around London, as well as densifying the network to increase capacity and coverage in the most demanding areas.

As the sole RAN provider to O2 across the densely populated London, Nokia is working with O2 to execute its intelligence-led rollout strategy, which prioritizes connecting transport hubs, key business areas, and entertainment and sports venues to ensure superior customer experience for local and international visitors. As such, it will enable businesses & enterprises to benefit from the now-live 5G technology, therefore enhancing connectivity and operational capabilities.