06 November 2025

Salam Telecom, in collaboration with Huawei, has successfully completed a groundbreaking trial of multiscenario 5G millimeter wave (mmWave) technology.

The trial showcased Huawei’s state-of-the-art equipment delivering remarkable speeds and coverage across diverse settings, highlighting the transformative potential of 5G mmWave technology for the kingdom’s digital future.

The trial achieved several notable milestones, including reaching peak data speeds of 6.9Gbps at short distances and maintaining a steady 5Gbps over a span of 6km, demonstrating the ultra-fast data capabilities suitable for dense urban environments. Additionally, the technology sustained high-speed connectivity of 4Gbps over an extended range of 10km, illustrating mmWave’s ability to deliver both high capacity and broad coverage in suburban and rural areas.