Türk Telekom, Net Insight and Parallel Wireless advance 6G Open RAN

Türk Telekom, the first to implement GPS/GNSS-independent sync in 5G, is now adapting its patented tech with Net Insight for 6G.
Türk Telekom has reaffirmed its leadership in next-generation telecommunications by taking a significant stride in 6G development through international partnerships. Teaming up with Parallel Wireless and Net Insight, the company has announced its support for Open RAN standardisation efforts aimed at advancing GPS/GNSS-independent synchronisation technologies. This breakthrough, which is being integrated into the standardised ORAN network architecture, has been developed jointly with Türk Telekom’s local engineering teams and Net Insight.
Having been the world’s first operator to deploy a GPS/GNSS-independent critical time and frequency synchronisation solution in 5G networks, Türk Telekom is now adapting its patented innovation for the 6G era. The collaboration with Parallel Wireless and Net Insight aims to push the boundaries of synchronisation research and help shape global 6G standards. A key element of this innovation—currently under standardisation by the ITU-T through a newly proposed working article—is its ability to eliminate reliance on satellite systems. This not only improves network security and reliability but also significantly lowers operational costs.
Zafer Orhan, Chief Network Officer at Türk Telekom, highlighted the company’s commitment to technological leadership, said: 'We are working to shape the future of communication technologies worldwide with our expert engineers and technological experience. We continue our technology production and development efforts that will play an active role in establishing 6G standards through our global collaborations. We are making significant contributions to the ecosystem with our testing and productization studies on Open RAN. As part of our vision to shape the future of communication, we will carry out pioneering work with our global partners Net Insight and Parallel Wireless.'
Parallel Wireless Founder and CEO Steve Papa added: 'Advancing global standards requires bold innovation and collaboration. Together with Türk Telekom and Net Insight, we are laying the foundation for next-generation networks using the latest technology. By combining our expertise, we are building a scalable and efficient Open RAN architecture that sets the stage for a 6G future.'
Crister Fritzson, CEO of Net Insight, noted: 'As mobile networks continue to evolve, resilient time synchronization will continue to play a crucial role in securing network performance. Achieving GNSS/GPS independent time synchronization in a cost-efficient way requires solutions beyond traditional approaches, especially true as we see a move to an Open RAN architecture, and also towards the evolution of 6G. We are therefore delighted to be part of this exciting collaboration together with our innovative and progressive partners Türk Telekom and Parallel Wireless, to explore what’s next in the evolution of mobile networks.'

Try Our AI Features

Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:

Learn with AIFact CheckingText to SpeechAI Summary

Related Articles

Broadcast Pro

2 days ago

• Broadcast Pro

Türk Telekom, Net Insight and Parallel Wireless advance 6G Open RAN

Türk Telekom, the first to implement GPS/GNSS-independent sync in 5G, is now adapting its patented tech with Net Insight for 6G. Türk Telekom has reaffirmed its leadership in next-generation telecommunications by taking a significant stride in 6G development through international partnerships. Teaming up with Parallel Wireless and Net Insight, the company has announced its support for Open RAN standardisation efforts aimed at advancing GPS/GNSS-independent synchronisation technologies. This breakthrough, which is being integrated into the standardised ORAN network architecture, has been developed jointly with Türk Telekom’s local engineering teams and Net Insight. Having been the world’s first operator to deploy a GPS/GNSS-independent critical time and frequency synchronisation solution in 5G networks, Türk Telekom is now adapting its patented innovation for the 6G era. The collaboration with Parallel Wireless and Net Insight aims to push the boundaries of synchronisation research and help shape global 6G standards. A key element of this innovation—currently under standardisation by the ITU-T through a newly proposed working article—is its ability to eliminate reliance on satellite systems. This not only improves network security and reliability but also significantly lowers operational costs. Zafer Orhan, Chief Network Officer at Türk Telekom, highlighted the company’s commitment to technological leadership, said: 'We are working to shape the future of communication technologies worldwide with our expert engineers and technological experience. We continue our technology production and development efforts that will play an active role in establishing 6G standards through our global collaborations. We are making significant contributions to the ecosystem with our testing and productization studies on Open RAN. As part of our vision to shape the future of communication, we will carry out pioneering work with our global partners Net Insight and Parallel Wireless.' Parallel Wireless Founder and CEO Steve Papa added: 'Advancing global standards requires bold innovation and collaboration. Together with Türk Telekom and Net Insight, we are laying the foundation for next-generation networks using the latest technology. By combining our expertise, we are building a scalable and efficient Open RAN architecture that sets the stage for a 6G future.' Crister Fritzson, CEO of Net Insight, noted: 'As mobile networks continue to evolve, resilient time synchronization will continue to play a crucial role in securing network performance. Achieving GNSS/GPS independent time synchronization in a cost-efficient way requires solutions beyond traditional approaches, especially true as we see a move to an Open RAN architecture, and also towards the evolution of 6G. We are therefore delighted to be part of this exciting collaboration together with our innovative and progressive partners Türk Telekom and Parallel Wireless, to explore what’s next in the evolution of mobile networks.'

Zawya

3 days ago

• Zawya

Ericsson ranks highest in Frost Radar™ 5G Network Infrastructure Market Report for fifth consecutive year

Ericsson has been recognized as a forefront leader in Frost & Sullivan's "Frost Radar: 5G Network Infrastructure, 2025" report for the fifth year in a row. This recognition highlights Ericsson's commitment to innovation and growth, as well as its ability to meet the evolving needs of communications service providers (CSPs) and enterprises worldwide. Frost & Sullivan independently plotted the top 23 companies in the Frost Radar analysis among over 100 global participants. These companies lead or innovate in various segments of the market. The report highlights Ericsson's contributions to the 5G landscape, cementing its position as a key player in shaping the future of mobile technologies. For the past five years, the company's innovative solutions have been acknowledged in this independent analysis as the leading portfolio for 5G network infrastructure. Ericsson's comprehensive portfolio includes products and solutions covering traditional radio access network (RAN), open and virtual RAN, core and edge networks, and private networks. Frost & Sullivan anticipates a shift towards open and virtual RAN across the industry, and notes that Ericsson's foray into Open RAN solutions 'will help make this a reality, especially since its first few customers are large and influential CSPs.' The use of artificial intelligence (AI) to automate network offerings and promote network APIs further demonstrates Ericsson's innovative approach to mobile networks, according to the Frost Radar report. Per Narvinger, Executive Vice President and Head of Business Area Networks at Ericsson, says: "Our consistent top ranking in the Frost Radar report shows our dedication to innovation in a dynamic market. By focusing on customer-centric solutions and using advanced technologies like AI and intent-driven automation, we are enhancing network programmability. This enables differentiated connectivity and supports our customers in their journey toward autonomous networks.' 'Leading the global 5G network infrastructure market for five consecutive years is a remarkable achievement,' says Troy Morley, Senior Industry Analyst, Frost & Sullivan Information, Communications and Technologies. 'Ericsson has consistently outperformed traditional competitors and fended off emerging entrants in this challenging market. Despite its size, the market experiences fluctuations, with periods of growth and decline. Ericsson has adeptly navigated these complexities by evolving its portfolio, ensuring its own financial stability while maintaining its leadership position.' With customers in more than 175 countries, Ericsson has proven its ability to scale its innovations globally with 2G, 3G, 4G, and now 5G, according to the report, adding that Ericsson's dedication to research and development (R&D) – with 21.6 percent of its revenue invested in 2024 alone – shows its resolve to stay ahead in an ever-evolving industry. 'Moreover, the company's strategic adjustments and focus on profitability have positioned it for sustained growth and stability,' Morley says. The acquisitions of Cradlepoint in 2020 and Vonage in 2022 have expanded Ericsson's reach into the enterprise market, complementing its robust CSP and industry partner base. The Frost Radar report highlights the growth potential in private 4G and 5G networks, where Ericsson is well-positioned to collaborate with CSPs and industry partners to continue to lead the market in these enterprise opportunities. Additionally, as energy efficiency becomes increasingly critical, Ericsson has focused on designing hardware products that are smaller, lighter, and more energy-efficient, while also rolling out a number of software solutions to optimize network resources. The full range is available to meet the growing demand for sustainable technology. The Frost Radar measures growth rates in addition to absolute revenue and combines them with several other factors to measure companies' performance along the Growth Index. The Frost Radar measures innovation for each company by assessing its product portfolio, the scalability of its innovations, the efficacy of its R&D strategy, and several other factors. Ericsson's 5G network infrastructure portfolio comprises 5G RAN, 5G Core, and 5G Transport that address all aspects of 5G deployments – from providing low latency and higher bandwidth to ensuring instant response times for users and lower power consumption per delivered gigabyte for CSPs. Ericsson's 5G network offering also includes Ericsson Radio System, Cloud RAN, Ericsson 5G Advanced, network automation, and Differentiated Connectivity. CSPs are empowered with 5G solutions that enable the modular approach when switching to the cloud-native 5G network or expanding their network for new business opportunities. Ericsson's private 5G solutions are tailored to drive digitalization in industry 4.0 and beyond through secure and powerful 4G LTE and 5G standalone (SA) connectivity. This enables enterprise organizations to improve efficiencies, visibility, and safety in their operations by leveraging the reliability, flexibility, low latency, and security that Ericsson's best-in-class radio portfolio enables. ABOUT ERICSSON: Ericsson's high-performing networks provide connectivity for billions of people every day. For nearly 150 years, we've been pioneers in creating technology for communication. We offer mobile communication and connectivity solutions for service providers and enterprises. Together with our customers and partners, we make the digital world of tomorrow a reality.

Broadcast Pro

28-04-2025

• Broadcast Pro

Nokia and TAWAL showcase first live Open RAN edge-cloud demo

Nokia’s anyRAN, powered by 5G AirScale Radios and Dell XR8000 servers, offers carrier-grade capacity with the openness and flexibility operators need to scale. Nokia and Saudi Arabia’s neutral-host provider TAWAL have completed the world’s first live demonstration of a multi-tenant, shareable Open RAN edge-cloud platform, enabling mobile operators and large enterprises to deploy high-performance 5G services at significantly reduced costs. The demonstration highlights TAWAL’s ability to offer active infrastructure as a service while helping operators lower expenses and futureproof their networks with open, cloud-native flexibility. Powered by Nokia’s anyRAN architecture, the platform delivers the trusted performance needed to support any RAN workloads on an open edge cloud. As Saudi Arabia’s smart city giga projects drive increasing demand for expansive 5G connectivity, traditional single-operator rollouts risk duplicating infrastructure and delaying service availability. TAWAL’s neutral host model addresses this by pooling spectrum-agnostic, Open RAN baseband and radio resources, allowing multiple operators to share the same edge cloud platform. This approach reduces capital expenditures, cuts energy consumption, optimises spectrum use and narrows the digital divide for businesses and communities nationwide. Nokia’s anyRAN solution, built on open interfaces, cloud-agnostic software and high-performance AirScale radios, is designed to unlock these efficiencies. Abdulrahman Al Moaiqel, Chief Commercial Officer at TAWAL, said: 'Neutral hosts must add value beyond steel and concrete. By partnering with Nokia, we can offer Saudi operators an on-demand, pay-as-you-grow 5G platform that cuts their TCO and accelerates digital transformation for the Kingdom’s giga projects.' Mikko Lavanti, Senior Vice President, Middle East and Africa at Nokia, added: 'Moving from a tower company model to a fully-fledged network company demands technology that combines openness with proven performance. Our anyRAN approach lets TAWAL mix and match vendors at the cloud layer while still guaranteeing the ultrareliable, low-latency experience operators and end users expect.' The live demonstration, held at LEAP 2025 in Riyadh, showcased Nokia’s 5G AirScale Indoor Radios connected to Dell PowerEdge XR8000 servers running virtualised CU/DU software within Nokia’s anyRAN framework. The cloud-native platform supports multi-operator RAN sharing and can accommodate third-party RAN software, providing TAWAL with full vendor flexibility while maintaining carrier-grade performance. Its compact size and low power consumption make it ideal for smart city edge deployments and enterprise campuses.