Nokia and Ericsson Partner to accelerate autonomous networks through Open SMO and rApp Ecosystems
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Nokia and Ericsson have announced a landmark collaboration to accelerate intelligent automation across purpose-built cloud RAN and Open RAN networks.
The agreement advances open standards and promotes compatibility across their respective rApp portfolios, supporting multivendor SMO ecosystems and giving communication service providers greater choice as they transition toward Autonomous Networks.
Ericsson has joined Nokia’ s SMO Marketplace, an open platform that enables CSPs and partners to build integrate and deploy automation applications within a multivendor environment. Nokia will also become a member of the Ericsson rApp Ecosystem, built around the Ericsson Intelligent Automation Platform, which supports open multivendor and multi-technology network management and automation.
Nokia and Ericsson Partner to accelerate autonomous networks through Open SMO and rApp Ecosystems
standardized R1 interface that enables rApps to interact with the SMO. By aligning on open frameworks and operational models, Nokia and Ericsson aim to accelerate the adoption of AI-driven automation across deployment optimization and operations workflows.
The collaboration enhances cross-industry development and simplifies integration of automation tools across complex multivendor environments. rApps from both companies will be made available on each platform, expanding interoperability and market access. The initiative reinforces industry confidence in SMO as the long-term automation architecture and supports CSPs globally in progressing toward Level 4 network autonomy.
The mutual ecosystem membership highlights both companies’ shared commitment to Autonomous Networks, with a strong focus on innovation through the
Private 5G enables remote-controlled S-Bahn train test in Munich
Boldyn Networks has powered a breakthrough trial with Deutsche Bahn in Munich demonstrating how private 5G connectivity can enable remote train operations in complex railway environments.
During a test at the S-Bahn depot in Munich-Steinhausen an S-Bahn train was remotely shunted for the first time using Boldyn’ s private 5G network. From an indoor operating station staff controlled the vehicle using real-time video streams transmitted instantly across the secure network.
For remote control to function safely commands must travel instantly while high-resolution camera feeds and vehicle data reach operators without delay. Even milliseconds matter because latency affects reactions precision and safety. Boldyn’ s private 5G infrastructure provides the stable secure connection needed to link trains sensors cameras and control systems across challenging depot environments.
The project builds on a partnership agreement signed last year between
Deutsche Bahn and Boldyn covering design deployment operation and optimisation of private 5G networks for future rail digitalisation initiatives. The successful test marks an important step toward scalable remote rail operations and wider automation across Germany’ s rail network in the years ahead as digital infrastructure continues to evolve and support safer smarter railway operations nationwide for passengers, operators, maintainers and logistics partners alike every day.
The trial highlights how reliable lowlatency connectivity can transform routine rail yard tasks such as shunting. Traditionally, drivers must walk to the train and switch cabs when repositioning vehicles. Remote Train Operation or RTO allows those manoeuvres to be performed from a control room reducing workload improving safety and increasing operational flexibility.
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