Jersey Telecom’s multi-million pound investment in a next-gen mobile network, powered by Ericsson, has entered its final phase as the first sites go live with a new 5G network.
Following months of trials and optimisation testing, Jersey Telecom successfully migrated the old network on sites within Area One in St Ouen and transitioned to the newly built network.
Predictions based on early testing show significant signal strength and coverage improvements, culminating in further significant increases in average download speed on the new network compared to previous connectivity.
This process of rolling out the new network will take place over several months, with areas going live in a phased approach; the full standalone experience will only be available once all phases are completed which is expected by the end of 2025.
Daragh McDermott, chief executive of Jersey Telecom Group, shared the common goal between all stakeholders.
“We will continue to invest and develop our networks for our customers, supporting their increasing needs and providing superior customer service alongside it,” McDermott said.
Katherine Ainley, chief executive of Ericsson UK and Ireland, spoke more of Ericsson and Jersey Telecom’s “shared vision”.
“Ericsson and Jersey Telecom share a vision for next-generation connectivity that creates new possibilities for people, businesses, and society,” she said.
“By investing in an end-to-end solution from Ericsson, Jersey Telecom is building a robust network with best-in-class coverage and performance.
“This advanced infrastructure will not only mean faster and more reliable connections, but also support new devices, services and business models that will position the Channel Islands as a global hub for innovation.”
Deputy Lyndon Farnham, chief minister of Jersey, expressed his excitement for the next-gen network launch. “We welcome the roll-out across the island of the new 5G network and the potential for enhanced service, security, resilience and innovation it brings.’’
Jersey Telecom partnered with Ericsson in 2023 to upgrade its network with end-to-end 5G solutions. It has invested in extensive core network equipment in Guernsey as part of this initiative.
The telecoms company stands ready to switch the radio network to match the capabilities of Jersey’s once the Guernsey regulator establishes a spectrum licensing framework for the deployment of 5G and future technologies.
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