5G Fixed Wireless Access Set to Dominate with 42% of Shipments in 2024
The Rise of 5G FWA Shipments
5G fixed wireless access (FWA) consumer premises equipment (CPE) shipments are expected to reach 42% of all FWA CPE shipments in 2024, up from 34% in 2023, reports the Global Mobile Suppliers Association (GSA).
Key Insights from the GSA Report
- 5G-enabled FWA shipments reached 10.2 million in 2023.
- Operators are leveraging FWA to monetize their 5G network investments.
- Innovations like 5G standalone, RedCap, and mmWave will drive global growth.
John Yazlle, vice-chairman of the GSA 4G/5G FWA Forum, stated, “The growth in vendor shipments has firmly supported 5G-enabled CPE devices.” In 2024, shipments of FWA CPE are projected to increase by 23%, reaching 37.5 million units. With only 2% increase in total CPE shipments from 2022, the focus on 5G innovations is becoming more apparent.
India's Role in 5G FWA Growth
India’s contribution is significant, with 86% of FWA shipments being 5G-enabled. Both Reliance Jio and Bharti Airtel are advancing their 5G fixed broadband services to capitalize on this fifth-generation network technology.
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