Nokia’s Big 5G Power‑Play in Finland
On a breezy Monday, Nokia dropped a game‑changing announcement: they’re the chosen tech partner for Finnish Shared Network Ltd (SYV) – a joint hustle between DNA Oyj and Telia Finland Oyj. The plan? Deliver top‑tier 5G radio gear, lightning‑quick deployment, and hands‑on managed services that will scale the north and east of Finland into the next‑gen digital era.
What’s on the Table?
- Modernized Network – Replace the old radio access network with cutting‑edge 5G gear.
- Digital Deployment – Smash the timelines, hit markets faster, and keep costs low.
- Managed Services – Run it all for the next three years, including maintenance, monitoring, and implementation.
This overhaul cuts through the current 2G / 3G / 4G maze, letting SYV turbo‑charge its infrastructure and keep the door open for future digital wonders, all while bumping up today’s legacy services.
Nokia’s Mission
Over 50 percent of eastern & northern Finland will see Nokia’s hands in:
- Field maintenance for had‑to‑fix‑the‑holes-in-the-phones people call.
- Network monitoring that keeps everything humming.
- Implementation services that will cover every base station, controller, and IP transport link to the DNA & Telia cores.
Kick‑off in early 2021, wrap‑up by the tail end of 2023. That’s a win‑fast‑high‑value timeline.
Business and Tech – The Perfect Combo
Upgrade every RAN component – from the old 2G/3G/4G flights to the brand new 5G. That includes:
- Base stations & controllers.
- Radio network controllers.
- IP transport for core connectivity.
- Operations support and reporting systems.
Nokia’s role? Deploy, manage, and support a slew of business models so SYV can trim costs, polish service quality, and supercharge performance.
From the CEOs’ Mouths
Antti Jokinen, SYV CEO— “We sifted through long‑term partners, stumbled upon Nokia’s genius in market know‑how and a solid sustain‑and‑secure call. The choice was is clear: Nokia pulls together the radio gear we need, plus managed services and that trust‑staking global reputation that makes a future‑proof infrastructure a reality. Excited to team up and deliver 5G services that’ll roll out fast.”
Tommi Uitto, President of Mobile Networks at Nokia— “It’s a huge honor to be the go‑to guy for SYV’s network upgrade. Our product set is tailor‑made for those aiming to ride the tech wave. Looking forward to working side‑by‑side; together we’ll give DNA’s and Telia’s people the best 5G coverage across Finland’s north and east.”
Why Nokia Matters
Nokia’s the world‑leading jam‑starter for 5G, with an end‑to‑end portfolio that’s ready worldwide. With over 160 commercial contracts humming, their solutions let folks unlock the promise of the next‑gen network tech. Because, why not call the future today?
