Tokyo — February 26, 2024— Amazon Web Services (AWS), an Amazon.com company, announced today that NTT Docomo, Inc. (Docomo), Japan’s leading mobile operator with more than 89 million subscribers, will provide nationwide 5G open wireless access. Announced that it has selected AWS for commercial deployment of its network. (RAN) In Japan. Open RAN is an approach aimed at transforming radio access networks by connecting devices to the network through wireless connectivity, creating open, virtualized, and fully interoperable mobile networks. AWS also joins Docomo aurex An initiative to advance the mobile industry’s Open RAN efforts globally.
Driving the future of connectivity
Mobile communication traffic in Japan increases 15.4 times in the past 10 years Thanks to the growth of the digital economy driven by mobile and cloud technologies. As advanced technologies such as generative artificial intelligence (AI) are adopted, carriers need to reduce the cost of deploying 5G networks while maintaining the quality and reliability of mobile services essential to consumers and businesses. there is.
Docomo will deploy using AWS Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service Anywhere (Amazon EKS Anywhere) is a 5G Open RAN container management software that simplifies network operations with automated cluster management tools, making it easy for operators to run and optimize 5G Open RAN. Additionally, Amazon EKS Anywhere enables operators to drive end-to-end cloud-based network transformation from 5G core networks (5G Core) to operational support systems (OSS) and business support systems (BSS), enabling operators to drive end-to-end cloud-based network transformation from 5G core networks (5G core) to operational support systems (OSS) and business support systems (BSS), enabling operators to drive end-to-end cloud-based network transformation from 5G core networks (5G core) to operational support systems (OSS) and business support systems (BSS). Easily integrate with other AWS services within. ).
Start developing a resilient, flexible, and energy-efficient 5G core on AWS
AWS is supporting DoCoMo in developing 5G core on AWS running in a hybrid cloud environment. Climate change is increasing the frequency and severity of natural disasters around the world, potentially overwhelming communication networks with congestion and network failures. In contrast, Docomo started A series of proofs of concept (PoCs) in 2022 using: AWS Graviton Processor Amazon EKS runs cloud-native 5G core software in a hybrid cloud environment, protecting against the effects of catastrophic events such as floods and typhoons. Within a year, mobile phone companies Average 72% reduction in 5G core power consumption Using a lab environment, High level of carrier grade redundancy designenables seamless switching between DoCoMo’s on-premises Network Functions Virtualization (NFV) infrastructure and the AWS Cloud when more capacity is needed or in the event of an outage or natural disaster.
Last year saw the development of Amazon’s Project Kuiper, Amazon’s low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite broadband network. announced a strategic alliance We are partnering with Japanese companies, including Docomo, to provide connectivity to rural and disaster-stricken areas of Japan by linking Kuiper connectivity services to their networks to quickly restore mobile communications services.
“NTT DOCOMO’s philosophy is to put customers first and satisfy them with personalized communications solutions and unparalleled customer support. We are also committed to social issues such as climate neutrality and disaster preparedness. We believe that our collaboration with AWS and Project Kuiper will accelerate innovation and provide our customers with more resilient, flexible, and power-efficient networks.” says Hozumi Tamura. “AWS joining our OREX initiative will enable us to lead the global expansion of the Open RAN ecosystem.”
“AWS has been working with communications service providers for several years to develop solutions for advanced networking, silicon innovation, and edge services for 5G technology. and continue to enable sustainable, AI-driven 5G networks,” said Kathrin Renz, Vice President, AWS Industries. “We are excited about his work with NTT Docomo to deliver his 5G core and open RAN with new levels of resiliency, energy efficiency and customer experience.”
AWS is committed to supporting Japan’s digital transformation ambitions by helping Japanese customers modernize their IT, innovate at a safe pace, and drive sustainable economic growth. In January 2024, AWS announced plans to invest 2.26 trillion yen in existing cloud infrastructure in Tokyo and Osaka by 2027 to meet growing customer demand for cloud services in Japan.
AWS will be demonstrating its latest innovations and collaborations with customers and AWS partners at the AWS exhibition booths (AWS Next Level, Upper Walkway, South Entrance, Fira Barcelona Gran Via) during Mobile World Congress Barcelona 2024. See how AWS is enabling telcos to transform. Leverage RAN, Core, IMS, BSS, and OSS to monetize your investments with AWS Cloud and generative AI solutions. For more information, please visit: AWS for Telecom, MWC Barcelona 2024.
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About NTT Docomo
NTT DOCOMO is a leading Japanese mobile operator with over 89 million subscribers and one of the world’s largest contributors to 3G, 4G and 5G mobile network technology. Beyond core communications services, Docomo is collaborating with an increasing number of business entities (“+d” partners) to challenge new frontiers and provide exciting and convenient additions that change the way people live and work. We will create value services. Under our medium-term plan for 2020 and beyond, Docomo will develop a cutting-edge 5G network and promote innovative services that exceed customer expectations and surprise and impress.
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