e& UAE, the flagship telecommunications arm of global technology group e&, has released a new strategic white paper outlining its vision for the evolution of 6G mobile networks. Titled Integrated Sensing and Communication in 6G: e&’s Perspective on Strategic Applications, Monetisation Potential, and Global Roadmap, the report explains how future networks will move beyond traditional connectivity to sense and interpret the physical world in real time.
The white paper identifies Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) as a defining pillar of the 6G standard. By using radio signals simultaneously for data transmission and radar-like sensing, ISAC enables mobile networks to detect objects, track movement, and monitor environmental conditions with high precision, without the need for additional sensors or cameras.
According to e& UAE, this capability will transform network infrastructure into a platform for real-time situational awareness, unlocking new opportunities across multiple sectors. The report examines high-impact use cases such as industrial automation, drone traffic and airspace management, collision avoidance for autonomous vehicles, and privacy-preserving healthcare monitoring.
Marwan Bin Shakar, Acting Chief Technology and Information Officer at e& UAE, said the shift to 6G represents a fundamental change in how network infrastructure is perceived. He noted that networks are evolving from simple connectivity layers into systems capable of spatial intelligence, where base stations themselves become sensors that understand and interpret their surroundings.
He added that e& UAE is already laying the foundations for this transition through pilots and partnerships, highlighting that ISAC will enhance industrial efficiency, improve smart city safety, and unlock new value for customers by turning network infrastructure into a source of digital insight. The white paper, he said, reflects the company’s commitment to positioning the UAE at the forefront of global 6G innovation.
The report also explores monetisation opportunities enabled by ISAC, including sensing-as-a-service models, industry-specific solution bundles, and service-level agreement-based network slices for safety-critical applications. It evaluates commercial potential across sectors such as manufacturing, transportation, public safety, and immersive media, identifying where early impact is most likely.
As part of its innovation roadmap, e& UAE highlights recent milestones, including the region’s first ISAC-based drone detection pilot conducted during GITEX 2025, as well as ongoing trials in the Terahertz spectrum, which is expected to be central to future 6G deployments.
The white paper is aimed at industry leaders, policymakers, and technology strategists seeking a practical and forward-looking view of how 6G capabilities can be developed, tested, and commercialised as the global telecom ecosystem prepares for the next generation of mobile networks.
