Ericsson and Zain Bahrain have announced an expanded strategic partnership to introduce advanced 5G capabilities in the Kingdom, centred on Ericsson’s Local Packet Gateway solution with Edge User Plane technology. The deployment marks a key milestone in strengthening Bahrain’s network infrastructure and accelerating the adoption of next-generation digital services.
The new 5G edge solutions are designed to deliver ultra-low latency, improved traffic security, and more resilient connectivity across Zain Bahrain’s network. By enabling faster and smarter data processing closer to end users, the technology will support high-performance use cases for enterprises and government entities, helping them advance digital transformation initiatives and unlock new growth opportunities.
With Edge User Plane capabilities, Zain Bahrain’s network will be able to support Industry 4.0 applications, including AI-powered predictive maintenance, autonomous systems, and real-time industrial monitoring. These capabilities are expected to help organisations streamline operations, improve efficiency, and enhance overall operational excellence.
Ammar Al Ketbi, Acting CEO of Zain Bahrain, said the collaboration represents another important step in advancing Bahrain’s digital ecosystem. He noted that the introduction of advanced 5G edge solutions will enable a new era of intelligent connectivity, empowering industries and enterprises to innovate and thrive in an increasingly digital economy.
Petra Schirren, President Gulf at Ericsson Europe, Middle East and Africa, said the partnership demonstrates how cutting-edge network solutions can drive meaningful transformation across industries. She added that deploying Ericsson’s Local Packet Gateway with Edge User Plane technology will enable advanced, near-instant connectivity use cases while reinforcing Ericsson’s commitment to powering the next generation of digital innovation.
