EE introduces Advanced RAN Coordination to enhance 5G connectivity across UK

EE has introduced Advanced Radio Access Network (RAN) Coordination technology into its mobile network, marking the first deployment of this technology by any operator worldwide.

The adoption of this technology enables EE to enhance 5G connectivity by providing more stable connections and increasing average download speeds by approximately 20 percent, particularly benefiting users of EE's Standalone (SA) 5G network.

Advanced RAN Coordination permits proximate mobile sites to remotely coordinate and share capacity, which improves network performance during periods of high demand without requiring additional infrastructure installations.

Currently available in major metropolitan areas such as Manchester and Edinburgh, EE plans to extend this technology to additional cities including London, Leeds, and Glasgow. Concurrently, the company is expanding its 5G SA coverage to 17 additional towns and cities by the end of 2025, aiming to reach more than 41 million users by spring 2026.

“EE customers are the first in the world to benefit from this technology, with millions of them getting a huge boost to the 5G connectivity they rely on every day. By increasing capacity in this way, our customers will get faster speeds and an even more reliable experience instantly. It is a real game-changer and yet another example of how the nation gets a better network experience on EE,” said Greg McCall, Chief Networks Officer at BT Group.

EE's ongoing rollout is aligned with the release of new 5G standalone-compatible devices from manufacturers including Apple, Samsung, and Google. The company anticipates these developments will support enhanced mobile experiences across the UK.