Nokia has partnered Singapore-based StarHub to deploy a new cloud-native 5G core network for managing 5G standalone (SA) services in the country.
According to the two companies, the 5G SA network rollout is underway and spans core, radio, software, and security. Further, a 5G SA data service is also expected to be launched this year.
As per Nokia, the 5G SA upgrade will enable StarHub to operate 5G services independent of the existing 4G network. Further, 5G SA technology will enable StarHub to simultaneously connect a vast number of devices and offer game-changing mobility solutions that thrive on ultra-high speed, low-latency, secure campus networking capabilities for the benefit of consumers, businesses and government agencies in Singapore. Additionally, the SA architecture will also enable StarHub to offer 5G use cases such as augmented reality (AR), education and healthcare, and the internet of things (IoT) using the 3.5GHz spectrum.
Commenting on the partnership, Chong Siew Loong, Chief Technology Officer, StarHub said “We are seeing strong demand for 5G phones and good take-up of our Mobile+ and Biz+ 5G capable plans launched last August – encouraging signs of the market’s appetite for 5G services, which are going mainstream in terms of deployment and adoption this year. Nokia fueled an important transition for our networks, bringing us into the 5G era, enabling new use cases and services, such as network slicing. Together we are committed to supporting the government’s national strategic Smart Nation initiatives, to drive growth and competitiveness globally, and nationwide 5G is a crucial step as Singapore strives for economic and technological growth.”
Meanwhile, Daniel Jaeger, Head of South East Asia Market Unit, Nokia said “The Singapore market is highly competitive, with end users demanding new, innovative 5G services. Leveraging our market-leading 5G solutions, Nokia is proud and committed to continue working with StarHub to bring advance 5G services that will deliver a consistent and enhanced user experience, as well as new revenue opportunities for its enterprise customers.”
