Manama: Umniah by Beyon has announced a landmark partnership with Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) to advance the next phase of connectivity in Jordan, reinforcing Umniah's commitment to innovation, digital inclusion, and national progress. The agreement was signed in the presence of Shaikh Abdulla bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Beyon Group Chairman, and senior management, during Gateway Gulf at the Four Seasons Hotel in Bahrain, marking a new chapter in Umniah's journey as part of Beyon's regional vision.
According to Bahrain News Agency, under the five-year agreement, Ericsson will serve as Umniah's exclusive radio access network (RAN) provider for 3G, 4G, and 5G technologies. The partnership will enable Umniah to upgrade and expand its network infrastructure with state-of-the-art Ericsson Radio System solutions, delivering higher speeds, lower latency, and enhanced reliability across the Kingdom.
This milestone agreement underscores Umniah by Beyon's pivotal role in advancing Jordan's National Digital Transformation Strategy, supporting the development of a vibrant, connected economy. As part of the agreement, Ericsson will supply advanced solutions from its industry-leading Ericsson Radio System portfolio, including the Massive MIMO TDD AIR 6419, the dual-band Radio 4490, and Basebands 6631 and 6621, to boost capacity, enhance performance, and elevate user experience across Jordan. The award-winning dual-band Radio 4490, which is 25 percent lighter and more energy-efficient than previous models, will simplify site access and accelerate network upgrades.
Umniah will also deploy Ericsson Spectrum Sharing technology, enabling the seamless introduction of 5G on existing 4G bands with minimal disruption to users. This will extend coverage to underserved and rural communities, helping to bridge the digital divide and foster economic inclusion. The upgraded network will deliver faster speeds, lower latency, and greater reliability, empowering innovation, entrepreneurship, and advanced applications such as smart manufacturing, telemedicine, real-time logistics, and immersive digital experiences.
By leveraging Ericsson's energy-efficient 5G technologies and intelligent RAN power-saving features, the partnership will further reduce Umniah's network power consumption and carbon footprint, supporting a more sustainable and connected future for Jordan.
Umniah by Beyon, CEO Faisal Al Jalahma stated that the partnership with Ericsson represents a major step forward for Umniah and for Jordan's digital future. Kevin Murphy, President of Ericsson North Middle East, expressed delight in solidifying the partnership with Umniah Jordan through a milestone agreement that will enhance 3G and 4G services, as well as drive the nationwide deployment of cutting-edge 5G technology.
Ericsson and Umniah have a long-standing partnership spanning many years that aims to provide exceptional user experiences for Umniah's customers.