Market Trends of Finland Telecom Industry
Rising Demand for 5G
- As Finland is a developed economy, rising government efforts to boost 5G coverage for better connectivity are projected to bolster market growth during the forecast period.
- In March 2024, Elisa, in collaboration with Ericsson, officially rolled out a 5G standalone (SA) network, ushering in cutting-edge mobile connectivity to Finland. With Ericsson's dual-mode 5G Core, Elisa's latest 5G standalone network debuted as a premium service. Additionally, Elisa has begun extending its offerings to include home broadband via Fixed Wireless Access (FWA). This new mobile service promises rapid speeds and consistent connectivity, and Elisa projects a 50% reduction in latency compared to non-standalone (NSA) networks. Devices connected to Elisa's 5G standalone network can expect a 15–20% boost in battery life.
- In February 2024, EDZCOM, a Cellnex subsidiary and a dominant player in Europe's dedicated private network solutions, teamed up with DNA, a Telenor subsidiary and a prominent player in the Finnish telecom landscape. Together, they embarked on a venture to construct cutting-edge smart private networks, not just for Finnish enterprises but with an eye on a broader horizon.
- This collaboration aims to pioneer a top-tier, forward-looking private 4G/5G network that is tailored to empower leading enterprises in deploying their mission-critical applications. By introducing these new services, the partnership seeks to streamline various operational facets that are crucial for businesses, thereby bolstering their digitalization efforts and paving the way for autonomous operations across diverse industries like ports, factories, airports, and healthcare.
- For decades, Finland led the way in wireless mobile technology, a legacy that began with Nokia's inaugural mobile phone. Leveraging this historical strength and emphasizing interdisciplinary teamwork, Finland has now set the stage for substantial advancements in 6G technology, solidifying its status as a hub for advanced research. In February 2024, Finland sought to establish a global collaboration for advancements in 6G research. Acknowledging the critical role of advanced connectivity in fostering economic growth and sustainability, Finland invited international public and private entities to collaborate with its established research coalition in the field of 6G technologies.
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Data and Messaging Analyzed to Grow Significantly During the Forecast Period
- As of January 2024, Finland boasted 9.21 million cellular mobile connections, as reported by GSMA Intelligence. Impressively, these connections surpassed the nation's population, reaching a 166.0% penetration rate.
- The healthcare and automotive industries are witnessing a surge in the IoT market. This growth is further fueled by ongoing advancements in wireless networks, promising a robust expansion for both the IoT and data center markets over the coming years. A notable trend is the rising demand for hybrid infrastructure services, poised to be a key driver for data growth. Notably, Finnish organizations stand out as leading users of cloud-based services, prominently favoring SaaS applications. Concurrently, Finland is experiencing a swift uptake of PaaS and IaaS applications, thereby boosting the demand for data services.
- Further, to meet the growing demand, network operators are expanding their services in the country, thereby contributing to market growth. For instance, in December 2023, Elisa, a leading Finnish mobile network operator, extended its 5G network to Myrskylae and Pukkila in the Uusimaa region. This move sought to not only bolster network capacity but also deliver faster mobile connections to residents. Elisa's 5G footprint now spans 264 locations in Finland, encompassing 90% of the population's residential areas. Additionally, Elisa has unveiled plans to enhance mobile networks in South and North Karelia, underscoring its commitment to bolstering connectivity in Eastern Finland. In 2023 alone, the company bolstered 4G and 5G coverage in over 60 regions.
- During August and September 2023, Suomen Yhteisverkko (Syv), a collaboration between Telia and DNA, furthered its high-speed 5G network reach in Finland. Telia confirmed that the network's expansion and upgrades will cover Kemi, Keminmaa, Simon, Tornio, Kuopio, Lapinlahti, and Siilinjarvi. These developments will not only boost 5G connectivity but also enhance existing 4G connections.
