Enhancing Mobile Connectivity in Dortmund occurs via Telekom
In the vibrant city of Dortmund, Germany, Deutsche Telekom is spearheading a significant mobile network expansion over the next three years. The focus is on upgrading the network to Open RAN-based 5G technology, scaling 5G coverage, and supporting private 5G deployments for various industries.
According to recent reports, around 100% of households in Dortmund now have access to fast mobile internet, a testament to Deutsche Telekom's efforts. The expansion includes the addition of a new antenna site in Dortmund and the expansion of LTE coverage at six existing sites.
Deutsche Telekom's mobile network expansion aligns with broader European 5G growth trends. The company is investing heavily in 5G infrastructure, driven by the growing demand for AI, cloud applications, and critical communications. Key trends influencing this expansion include the replacement of legacy infrastructure with Open RAN technology, the growth of private 5G networks for industrial applications, and the advancement towards full 5G Standalone (SA) deployments.
The new site in Dortmund, strategically located along the Hannover-Dortmund railway line, will contribute to improved coverage in the area. Deutsche Telekom operates 206 sites in Dortmund currently, with plans to add another 64 sites in the next three years.
The mobile network sites in Dortmund support advanced technologies such as Advanced Mobile Location (AML) emergency technology and the Cell Broadcast warning system. AML automatically transmits a caller's location to the emergency control center during an emergency call to 112, while Cell Broadcast sends danger warnings to mobile phones in the affected radio cell during emergencies like major fires, gas explosions, or floods.
Deutsche Telekom's mobile network expansion is a response to the increasing demand for bandwidth, with demand growing by around 30% per year. Landlords who wish to offer space for a roof or mast site can contact Deutsche Funkturm at [www.dfmg.de/standortangebot]. For more information about the availability of mobile networks in a specific district, visit [www.telekom.de/netzausbau].
Katja Kunicke, spokesperson for Deutsche Telekom, has stated that the expansion is necessary due to the rising demand for bandwidth. Deutsche Telekom's commitment to its network expansion has earned it the title of having the best mobile network in Germany, according to recent tests in specialist magazines such as Chip, connect, ComputerBild, and Imtest.
In conclusion, Deutsche Telekom's mobile network expansion in Dortmund and Germany is set to revolutionize the city's connectivity, focusing on upgrading to Open RAN-based 5G networks, scaling 5G coverage including SA core, and supporting private 5G deployments for vertical industries, all aligned with broader European 5G growth trends planned through at least 2028.
