Ericsson (ERIC) has expanded its partnership with SoftBank Corp. (SFTBY) through a new commercial agreement covering 4G and 5G network products and solutions. Ericsson has been selected as one of the radio equipment vendors to enhance SoftBank’s networks. Ericsson will enhance SoftBank’s networks in the Hokkaido, Tohoku, Kanto, Hokuriku and Tokai regions, and parts of the Kansai region. SoftBank’s 4G and 5G networks will be enhanced by utilizing products and solutions from the Ericsson Radio System. Frequencies covered in the agreement include low, mid and high bands. Ericsson will assist SoftBank in expanding 5G Standalone coverage and supporting advanced automation and operational efficiency improvements with AI.
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