(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Mavenir’s 5G-ready virtualised RAN solution has won ‘Best RAN Product’
at 5G MENA in Dubai, this week. The award, which recognises the solution
that best aids the development of RANs and supports the roll-out of 5G
services, was awarded to Mavenir’s innovative solution which centralizes
baseband processing in cloud-native virtualized baseband units (vBBU)
and exploits fronthaul over ethernet between vBBU and multiple remote
radio units (RRU).
The solution
supports carrier aggregation across licensed and unlicensed LTE
(FDD/TDD) spectrum between 0.7 and 6 GHz, CBRS and LAA bands. The
Mavenir vRAN architecture and platform can support 4G as well as both
the NSA and SA implementations of 5G NR.
With open
interfaces, the solution has the flexibility to support various
deployment scenarios – including functional split 2 for enterprises and
split 2 & 7 for macro cells. It can also support massive MIMO, edge
micro services and network slicing for 5G NR.
Described as
the “only Full Virtualized RAN for Neutral Host” by a major operator,
the Mavenir vRAN solution is opening up a whole new market for
multi-operator in-building systems and will help fuel mass deployment
within enterprise markets.
Because the
Mavenir vRAN solution is 100% software and runs on COTS hardware,
operators can rapidly deploy new features into their networks, without
waiting for, or need to forklift in, updated hardware. Migration from 4G
to 5G is achieved through a straightforward software update. For the
first time, operators will have the ability to differentiate from their
competitors by offering unique features through by customization of
their own software.
A number of
operator RAN RFIs were published at the Telecom Infrastructure Project
(TIP) Summit in October 2018 where Vodafone and Telefónica named Mavenir
in their selection of vendors candidates for RAN solutions. Since then,
Mavenir has begun OpenRAN trials based on the O-RAN interface
specifications where Mavenir contributed significantly.
“Mavenir’s
innovative approach to solving the Neutral Host technology challenge now
opens the space for new entrances and capital investment in the small
cells and in building space,” said Mark Charman, Mavenir’s VP Middle
East and Africa who accepted the award. “We are very proud to have been
awarded best RAN product at 5G MENA. It is recognition of our commitment
to creating new ways to architect, deploy and operate wireless networks
and giving mobile operators the flexibility to experiment with new
network topologies and service offerings.”
Analysis by
Senza Fili Research suggests the Mavenir vRAN would save 37% in total
cost of ownership (TCO) over a five-year period due to a 49% reduction
in capex and a 31% annual reduction in opex.
About Mavenir:
Mavenir is
the industry's only 100% software, End-to End, Cloud-Native Network
Software Provider. Focused on accelerating software network
transformation and redefining network economics for Communications
Service Providers (CSPs) by offering a comprehensive end-to-end product
portfolio across every layer of the network infrastructure stack. From
5G application/service layers to packet core and RAN – Mavenir leads the
way in evolved, cloud-native networking solutions enabling innovative
and secure experiences for end users. Leveraging industry-leading firsts
in VoLTE, VoWiFi, Advanced Messaging (RCS), Multi-ID, vEPC and
Virtualized RAN, Mavenir accelerates network transformation for more
than 250+ CSP customers in over 130 countries, serving over 50% of the
world’s subscribers.
We embrace
disruptive, innovative technology architectures and business models that
drive service agility, flexibility, and velocity. With solutions that
propel NFV evolution to achieve web-scale economics, Mavenir offers
solutions to help CSPs with cost reduction, revenue generation and
revenue protection. Learn more at mavenir.com.
Contacts
Maryvonne TubbMavenir
pr@mavenir.com
