Ericsson Launches New Energy-Efficient Telecom Products in Europe
Stockholm, Wednesday, 12 February 2025.
Ericsson unveiled seven innovative telecom products designed to enhance European networks, promising up to 30% energy savings and a 50% reduction in carbon footprint as of 2025-02-11.
Revolutionary Network Efficiency
The newly launched suite includes cutting-edge Massive MIMO and Remote radios, Indoor 5G solutions, and open fronthaul products called RAN Connect [1]. The flagship AIR 3266 stands out with its impressive 400W output power capabilities while achieving significant environmental improvements [1]. These advancements come at a crucial time, as projections indicate that 5G networks will handle 80% of total mobile data traffic by 2030 [1].
Technical Specifications and Capabilities
The portfolio’s centerpiece, RAN Connect, introduces remarkable capacity improvements with the 6381 model delivering 600Gbps for outdoor solutions, while the advanced 6682 model pushes boundaries with up to 1.2 Tbps throughput for large-scale deployments [1]. A key innovation is the zero-watt sleep feature, which completely eliminates energy consumption during radio idle periods [1]. Ericsson plans to expand its offering to 130 radio products supporting open and programmable networks throughout 2025, representing more than two-thirds of their expected deliveries [1].
Industry Impact and Expert Perspectives
Industry leaders have responded positively to these innovations. According to Joe Madden, Founder and Chief Analyst at Mobile Experts, ‘Ericsson’s advancements in Silicon within an open, programmable network architecture is a tremendous step forward in efficiency and flexibility for the network’ [1]. This sentiment is echoed by T-Mobile’s SVP of Access Network Technology, Salim Kouidri, who emphasizes the scalability and enhanced network capabilities of the new lineup [1].
Future Outlook and Sustainability Goals
The timing of this launch aligns with growing industry demands for more sustainable telecommunications infrastructure. Mårten Lerner, Head of Product Area Networks at Ericsson, highlights the critical balance between performance and sustainability: ‘We see an industry need for 5G equipment that strikes the perfect balance between superior performance, best-in-class TCO, and unmatched sustainability’ [1]. These products position Ericsson at the forefront of sustainable network solutions, with their impressive energy efficiency improvements setting new industry standards [1].