Telia and Ericsson to deploy 5G network for Swedish Armed Forces
Telia and Ericsson have secured a contract to construct a private 5G network for the Swedish Armed Forces to support military communications and an innovation platform.
Telia, in collaboration with Ericsson, will build and manage a dedicated 5G network for the Swedish Armed Forces. This infrastructure project is intended to support the military's secure communications and power a new innovation platform facilitated by the Swedish Defense Materiel Administration (FMV).
The deployment aligns with broader NATO objectives to modernize military communications networks across member states. By utilizing 5G technology, the Swedish Armed Forces aim to enhance data transmission capabilities and operational coordination within the Alliance.
The project underscores the increasing integration of commercial telecommunications technology into national defense strategies. As the Swedish Armed Forces transition to more data-intensive tactical systems, the partnership with Telia and Ericsson serves as a testbed for integrating private high-speed networking into military operations.