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3185: 5G, Sustainability, and Infrastructure: A Conversation with Vantage Towers
Feb 19, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Christian Hillbrandt, CEO of Vantage Towers, shares his insights on shaping Europe's digital landscape with 86,000 telecom towers. He discusses the challenges and progress of 5G rollout, emphasizing the importance of sustainable infrastructure. Christian highlights the critical role of enhanced connectivity in transportation and the company's innovative approaches using shared resources and renewable energy. He also reflects on his 29-year career in telecom and the transformative power of mentorship, driving home the need for a collaborative future.
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- Vantage Towers is pivotal in expanding 5G connectivity across Europe, aiming for 80% coverage by 2024 despite facing significant rollout challenges.
- The company is dedicated to sustainable infrastructure solutions, emphasizing shared resources and renewable energy to mitigate costs and environmental impact.
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Driving Seamless Connectivity Across Europe
Vantage Towers plays a critical role in enabling seamless connectivity across Europe through its extensive portfolio of over 86,000 towers in 10 markets. The company focuses on building advanced mobile infrastructure, transitioning from traditional mobile network operators to dedicated tower companies. This shift allows Vantage Towers to reliably provide always-on mobile connectivity that transforms how individuals and businesses interact with technology. The infrastructure built by Vantage Towers is as essential as utilities like water and electricity, yet it often goes unnoticed until connectivity issues arise.
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