The fifth-generation (5G) mobile subscriptions in India have surged past 165 million and are projected to reach 860 million by the close of 2029, according to a senior executive from Swedish telecom giant Ericsson. Ludvig Landgren, Vice President Cloud Software & Services and Head of Enterprise, Market Area South East Asia, Oceania and India at Ericsson, expressed confidence in India’s rapid adoption of 5G, stating, “This is the fastest growth anywhere.” He emphasized the transformative potential of 5G for India’s digital economy during his address at the seventh edition of ETTelecom 5G | 6G Congress 2024 held recently in New Delhi.
At the congress, which drew nearly 400 delegates, including 40 speakers, Landgren highlighted India’s position as a leader in average data usage per consumer, surpassing all other regions. He underscored the significance of 5G as a catalyst for innovation and economic growth, noting, “5G is a platform of innovation, and how we can use the platform to drive incremental revenue in the form of 5G and leapfrog India into the digital economy.”
Furthermore, Ericsson views network slicing as a particularly promising aspect of 5G technology. Landgren described it as an “exciting capability” that allows telecom operators to forge strategic partnerships and harness the ecosystem’s potential effectively.
Who Is Ludvig Landgren?
Ludvig Landgren serves as the head of ‘Digital Services’ at Ericsson within the Market Area South East Asia, Oceania, and India (MOAI). In this capacity, he is responsible for driving the Digital Services business across key markets such as India, Singapore, Australia, Indonesia, and Thailand, among others.
Prior to his current role, Landgren held the position of Head of Network Applications and Cloud Infrastructure for Ericsson South East Asia and Oceania. With nearly 20 years of experience at Ericsson, he commenced his career at the company’s headquarters in Sweden in 1999. Over the years, Landgren has held various leadership roles and served in sales and product management positions across diverse markets in Asia, including Japan, China, as well as Europe. His extensive tenure in the Asia Pacific region dates back to 2004, providing him with a wealth of experience in the region.
