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 Digital transformation enabler stc Group has unveiled a net-zero 5G Advanced solution during the LEAP 2026 conference in Riyadh. The breakthrough technology is designed to deliver significantly higher network capacities while simultaneously reducing energy consumption, hardware footprint, and operational costs.

Integrated Hardware Architecture

The newly introduced architecture consolidates multiple radio and antenna components into a simplified, high-efficiency setup. The unified design integrates:

Tri-Band Remote Radio Units (RRU): Covering low-frequency spectrum bands.

3-Carrier Component Active Antenna Units (3CC AAU): Enhancing 5G capacity and signal processing.

Dual-Band RRUs: Optimized for mid-band frequency coverage.

By combining these elements, the solution streamlines tower equipment and creates a more compact, integrated infrastructure without compromising high-speed network performance.

Environmental Impact and Operational Gains

The deployment of this green 5G Advanced technology has already demonstrated substantial operational and ecological benefits across stc's network:

Carbon Footprint Reduction: Dramatically lowers power consumption required for data transmission, achieving an emissions reduction equivalent to planting more than 34,000 trees.

Tower Integrity & Efficiency: Minimizes hardware weight and wind resistance on telecommunications towers, mitigating structural stress.

Cost & Maintenance Optimization: Simplifies field maintenance procedures and lowers long-term operational and capital expenditures associated with network upgrades.

The rollout aligns with stc Group’s broader commitment to pioneering energy-efficient, sustainable telecom infrastructure across Saudi Arabia, establishing scalable 5G Advanced networks capable of supporting the Kingdom's evolving digital landscape.