Saudi Arabia 5G Communication Green Base Station Project

Is 5G a catalyst for Saudi Arabia's smart city initiatives?

Undoubtedly, 5G technology is an important catalyst in Saudi Arabia’s smart city initiatives, providing cutting-edge connectivity for new cities like NEOM and Qiddiya and existing conurbations such as Riyadh and Makkah.

What are 5G applications in Saudi Arabia?

“Notable 5G applications that could benefit enterprises in Saudi Arabia include centralised surveillance monitoring, production process analytics and equipment maintenance, smart metering, smart parking, vehicle trackers, and smart agriculture applications,” Okeleke says.

Why is Saudi Arabia leading in 5G?

Technology futurist Khan said that Saudi Arabia’s leadership in 5G didn’t happen by accident and is the result of strategic planning. “The Kingdom invested heavily in telecom infrastructure, spending an estimated $1.5 billion by 2022, which aligns with our Vision 2030 goals to diversify the economy through digital transformation,” Khan said.

Will 5G drive innovation in Saudi Arabia?

5G not only offers important breakthroughs for Saudi Arabia’s most profitable industries, including gas and oil, logistics, and services, but has the potential to drive innovation through IoT-powered smart cities.

What is 5G & how does it affect gaming in Saudi Arabia?

For consumers, 5G means faster connectivity, better mobile video and voice experiences, and more immersive entertainment including high-quality live streaming for gaming, virtual reality, and e-sports — a major added value considering that almost half of Saudi Arabia’s population enjoys gaming  regularly.

What drives 5G coverage build-out in the KSA?

One of the driving forces behind the 5G coverage build-out is the demand rate of mobile subscribers in the KSA to this new technology generation, which is much faster than the industry average. A precision-based 5G deployment strategy has also resulted in improved network downlink and uplink speeds.