March 31, 2025 – AWTG proudly marks a significant achievement in the HiPer-RAN (Highly Intelligent, Highly Performing RAN) project, which reached its successful conclusion with the closing event. As the technical work packages lead, AWTG played a pivotal role in developing and enhancing the RAN Intelligent Controller (RIC)framework and automation solutions for the Open RAN ecosystem. The project, led by the University of Surrey, aimed to address key challenges in software automation and efficiency, ultimately transforming the UK’s mobile telecommunications infrastructure for improved performance and scalability. AWTG’s contribution was crucial in driving this groundbreaking initiative forward, helping to shape the future of the UK’s mobile networks.
AWTG is delighted to have played an integral role in driving innovation within the HiPer-RAN project. By leading the development of advanced xApps and rApps, AWTG helped create solutions that will allow mobile networks to become more efficient, scalable, and secure. This collaboration with industry leaders such as the University of Surrey, Keysight Technologies UK, Lime Microsystems, and others, has laid the groundwork for more flexible and intelligent mobile networks that can meet the increasing demand for high-performance, low-latency connectivity. AWTG’s contribution, particularly in the areas of radio resource management and energy-efficient network solutions, has helped bring tangible improvements to the Open RAN architecture.
As the UK continues to move toward 5G and beyond, projects like HiPer-RAN are essential for maintaining a competitive edge in global telecommunications. AWTG’s involvement in this initiative reinforces the company’s commitment to advancing UK connectivity, ensuring that the nation’s infrastructure is not only future-proof but also sustainable. The innovative solutions developed as part of HiPer-RAN are poised to revolutionise how mobile networks operate, enabling better coverage, higher data rates, and more efficient energy usage across the country.
In conclusion, the HiPer-RAN closing event on March 31 celebrated the successful completion of a project that has driven tangible advancements in network technologies and will shape the future of mobile telecommunications in the UK. AWTG is proud to have contributed to this milestone, and we look forward to seeing the lasting impact of HiPer-RAN on the UK’s telecom sector.