Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, August 22, 2025 – ZTE Corporation and GO Telecom have successfully conducted Saudi Arabia’s first long-distance 5G-Advanced (5G-A) millimeter-wave (mmWave) trial, achieving coverage of 6 kilometers in the 26 GHz frequency band. The outdoor field test demonstrated nearly 1 Gbps downlink speeds using 200 MHz bandwidth, setting a new benchmark for high-capacity last-mile connectivity in the Kingdom.
The trial highlights the transformative potential of 5G-A mmWave technology, which delivers fiber-like speeds, ultra-low latency, and high-capacity connections. Such capabilities are vital for industries including smart stadiums, industrial automation, healthcare, logistics, transportation, smart agriculture, and critical infrastructure. GO Telecom also aims to leverage the technology for enterprise-grade Fixed Wireless Access (FWA), providing fiber-quality connectivity in areas where laying fiber is difficult.
This milestone strengthens GO Telecom’s ability to support Saudi Vision 2030, advancing digital transformation and enterprise innovation through private 5G-A networks. By enabling real-time data processing, AI-powered automation, and seamless cloud integration, the solution positions GO Telecom as a frontrunner in next-generation enterprise connectivity.
Sun Xuezhi, CEO of ZTE Saudi Arabia, said: “This successful trial with GO Telecom demonstrates our shared commitment to advancing Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation under Vision 2030. Together, we’re unlocking new possibilities for enterprise connectivity across the Kingdom.”
The achievement underscores ZTE and GO Telecom’s partnership in delivering cutting-edge 5G-A solutions and sets the stage for further innovation in the Kingdom’s telecom sector.
