Mobile operator 3 has launched a commercial 5G Standalone network in Sweden using technology from Ericsson.
The launch took place in December 2025 following extensive testing.
The network is expected to deliver improved capacity, lower latency, and support for network slicing for enterprise customers, as well as fixed wireless broadband in urban areas. No financial details regarding the order have been disclosed.
“The launch of our standalone 5G network is an important step forward in offering our customers enhanced services, and I am proud that we at 3 are the first in Sweden to provide this. Ericsson’s 5G technology enables us to significantly improve network efficiency and create tailored connectivity solutions that meet the diverse needs of Swedish businesses and individuals,” commented Rajib Eklund, Chief Technology and Information Officer (CTIO) at 3.