Russia State Power Investment Corporation 5g base station project

Is Russia launching a 4G & 5G base station?

Russia is starting the production of 4G and 5G base stations that will use Russian-made software. This was announced on October 1 by Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin. We are now launching the creation of base stations with Russian software for 4G and 5G networks. Next year, we plan to establish mass production of such solutions.

When will 5G start in Russia?

"The active deployment of 5G networks at domestic base stations will begin in 2026 in large Russian cities," the minister said, noting that preparatory work to launch the networks will take place in 2025.

How will 5G improve the lives of Russian citizens?

This initiative will support a population of about 16 to 17 million users by providing high speed mobile internet service in key urban areas. By the year 2030, Russia has planned to deploy 5G infrastructure in 16 cities to enhance the lives citizens through connectivity.

Will Russia help Ukraine with 5G?

Prior to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, foreign vendors previously helped with limited 5G test zones in the country. In January 2023, Russian telecom operators entered into forward contracts with Russian manufacturers of base stations for communication networks for over 100 Billion rubles ($1.32 Billion).