Telia expands 5G SA push as Norway RAN deal with Ice reshapes network

Telia is expanding commercial 5G standalone capabilities across its footprint for connectivity, security and new services. In Norway, the operator will run a joint radio network with rival Ice while keeping separate core networks; operations are set to start in early 2027, with traffic migration by the end of that year and build-out through 2030. Telia expects annual benefits of NOK 300–400 million from 2029.

• Telia and Ice joint radio network in Norway to start in early 2027
• Traffic migration due by end of 2027, build-out continuing through 2030
• Annual synergies estimated at NOK 300–400 million from 2029
• Core networks stay separate and the operators keep competing