Ericsson opens new R&D unit in Bengaluru to accelerate 5G software development in India

Ericsson has announced the launch of a new Radio Access Network (RAN) Software Research & Development unit in Bengaluru, reinforcing its commitment to India’s growing role in global telecom innovation. The new center will focus on developing advanced 5G features for Ericsson’s baseband systems and marks a strategic expansion of the company’s R&D footprint in the country.

Ericsson’s decision to base its new R&D unit here reflects the city’s importance in shaping next-generation connectivity solutions. “Setting up the R&D Center in India for RAN software development represents a significant step forward,” said Nitin Bansal, Managing Director of Ericsson India. “We’re leveraging Indian software talent while contributing to the country’s telecom knowledge base.”