O2 Germany, a subsidiary of Telefónica, has been actively expanding its 5G network to bolster rural connectivity across Germany. Recent improvements include over 1,600 network enhancements, involving the activation of around 100 new mobile sites. This initiative targets providing high-speed internet to underserved areas, offering many sparsely populated regions access for the first time. Key upgrades include new mobile base stations in Wingst (Cuxhaven), Oberelsaff (Neustadt), Auernheim near Treuchtlingen, and Freilassing near the Austrian border.
Between January and March, O2 introduced approximately 500 new 5G transmitters, now covering over 97% of Germany’s population. Major urban centers like Berlin, Munich, Cologne, Frankfurt, Bremen, Düsseldorf, Leipzig, and Magdeburg have benefited from these improvements. Additionally, significant 5G developments have been made in rural areas such as Königsfeld in the Black Forest, Bad Staffelstein, Massen-Niederlausitz, Burg Stargard, Porta Westfalica, Eilsleben, and Heilshoop. Concurrently, network capacity has been increased at approximately 1,000 mobile sites to enhance service quality.
Alexander Seitz, Director of Regional Planning at O2 Telefónica, has emphasized the critical need for robust networks in Germany. These efforts aim to improve connectivity along transportation routes and railways. O2’s strategic goals include broadening 5G coverage and ensuring seamless service for both personal and business users. Notably, the company achieved 5G standalone speeds of 1.7 Gbps by aggregating four spectrum bands, effectively doubling the high-speed fiber-optic networks’ speed.
In summary, O2 Germany is concentrating on bridging the connectivity gap in rural areas while simultaneously enhancing urban network capacity and improving overall service quality.