Cooperation covers IoT infrastructure, SDN and NFV, content delivery networks and IoT-Advanced
Ericsson and LG Uplus, previously known as LG Telecom, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the development of 5G and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies.
Under the terms of the agreement that will initially run until 2020, the two companies aim to take the lead in the development of 5G and IoT platforms. The MoU covers four key areas: IoT infrastructure, including narrowband LTE; software defined networking (SDN) and network functions virtualisation (NFV), making the core network 5G ready; global content delivery networks (CDNs); and IoT-Advanced technologies.
Ericsson and LG Uplus will establish technology and frequency strategies and work together to prepare a roadmap for long term network development. The two companies will cooperate in a broad range of areas including research, testing and result sharing, as well as the development of technology and equipment.
Ulf Ewaldsson, CTO at Ericsson, said: “By enabling essentially unlimited access to information anywhere and anytime, 5G can deliver enormous benefits to people, business and society. Realising this transformative vision requires a strong industry ecosystem, and we are delighted to partner with LG Uplus to lead the development of both 5G and IoT platforms.”
Kim Suntae, CTO at LG Uplus, added: “We will prepare for the 5G era based on a combination of our network management know-how and Ericsson’s strong technological power. The two companies will lead network evolution by introducing advanced network technologies to domestic and overseas markets through close collaboration.”
