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European Telecom Operators Drive 5G Mobile Core Revenue to New Heights

Recent findings from Dell'Oro Group reveal that the revenue from the 5G Mobile Core Network (MCN) in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region has surged by over 30% in the second quarter of 2026. This surge has made EMEA the leading contributor to the global 5G MCN market, surpassing all other regions. According to Siân Morgan, Senior Director at Dell'Oro Group, this growth has been significantly fueled by the number of operators in Europe launching standalone (SA) 5G networks for consumer use. As of now, approximately 80% of the operators that have rolled out such networks are based in Europe.

Morgan highlighted, "The record revenue seen in the 2Q 2026 is a testament to the region's robust investment in 5G technology. We anticipate that this growth trajectory will persist in the upcoming quarters as operators continue to enhance their offerings."

Despite the rising costs of servers prompting mobile network operators to carefully evaluate their project budgets, the 5G MCN sector has maintained its upward momentum. In contrast, the revenue from IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) services has seen a decline for the third consecutive quarter, particularly in voice core services across various regions.

Key Insights from the Report

The Dell'Oro Group's latest Mobile Core Network and Multi-Access Edge Computing report contains insights beyond revenue numbers, including the following highlights:

• - The growth dynamics within the MCN market have remained stable, with key players like Huawei, Ericsson, and Nokia achieving revenue growth alongside the broader market increase.
• - For the third quarter running, revenue from the 4G Wireless Packet Core has outperformed the larger market. This growth is largely due to the ongoing utilization of 4G networks by operators yet to transition to 5G standalone services.
• - While nominal revenue from 5G MCN has not yet equaled or exceeded previous 4G MCN levels, pressures to automate operations and find new revenue streams are driving innovation and investment in the sector.

Conclusion

The significant increase in 5G core revenues in the EMEA region illustrates the growing capabilities and competitive nature of the telecommunications landscape as companies race to offer advanced mobile services. The transitions towards 5G represent not just a technological leap, but also a pivotal moment for the industry as it adapts to changing consumer demands and operational challenges. According to the Dell'Oro Group, continuous innovation and strategic investments by telecom operators will be key in navigating this evolving market and ultimately, shaping the future of telecommunications in the region.

For an in-depth understanding of the trends and detailed revenue breakdown, the entire Dell'Oro Group Mobile Core Network report can be obtained directly from their official channels.