Procedure outlined in Article 93 (2) of the Treaty will be commenced by the Commission.

Procedure outlined in Article 93 (2) of the Treaty will be commenced by the Commission.

In a significant move towards enhancing digital connectivity, Vodafone has announced plans to expand its network coverage and services in the Salzlandkreis district of Germany. The expansion, set to be completed by mid-2026, aims to bring substantial improvements to mobile communication, broadband internet services, and overall digital access for residents, businesses, and public services.

The project involves upgrading existing infrastructure, increasing the coverage of high-speed mobile networks like 4G LTE and 5G, and expanding broadband internet services to support both urban and rural communities within the district. This expansion will see the installation of additional antennas for LTE and 5G at existing three locations, creating larger network capacities.

One of the key benefits of this expansion is the implementation of the latest variants of the emergency call technology AML and the disaster warning system Cell Broadcast. AML automatically transmits the location of the caller to the emergency control center when calling "112", ensuring faster and more accurate emergency responses. Cell Broadcast, on the other hand, warns the surrounding population via smartphone in case of danger situations such as large fires, gas explosions, or floods.

Vodafone's commitment to this expansion aligns with broader national initiatives in Germany to boost digital infrastructure and promote economic growth through enhanced telecommunications. The company's technical director, Tanja Richter, stated that "mobile communication is a piece of quality of life and an important infrastructure factor for the local economy and jobs."

As part of this expansion, 50 of the stations will also have the broadband technology 5G on board, allowing over 95 percent of the populated areas in the district to be supplied with 5G. This move is a significant step towards Vodafone's goal of reaching two-thirds of all German households with gigabit speed in its nationwide cable-fiber network.

Vodafone Germany, one of the leading communication conglomerates in the country, currently operates 70 mobile communication stations in the Salzlandkreis district, all of which are equipped with the mobile broadband technology LTE. The company's operations generate an annual total turnover of approximately 13 billion euros with around 15,000 employees.

This expansion offensive also aims to upgrade the remaining stations without 5G to 5G stations, as structurally possible. The first phase of this expansion was marked by the launch of a new mobile communication station in Schönebeck (Elbe), which eliminated a dead zone in mobile broadband coverage, connecting approximately 3,000 residents and guests to Vodafone's mobile data highway for the first time.

In addition to its commitment to network expansion, Vodafone is also focused on operating its business more sustainably and protecting the environment. The company aims to be carbon neutral by 2025 and emissions-free by 2040.

For more specific details about the areas targeted, investment amounts, or partnerships involved in the Salzlandkreis expansion plan, those would generally be announced by Vodafone in press releases or local government communications closer to project milestones. If you require assistance in finding recent news or official statements related to this, please let me know.

Vodafone's expansion plan in the Salzlandkreis district includes installing additional antennas for LTE and 5G at existing locations, aiming to supports smartphones and other gadgets with high-speed mobile networks and improved broadband internet services. The project also involves implementing the latest versions of emergency call technology AML and disaster warning system Cell Broadcast, leveraging data-and-cloud-computing technology to enhance public safety.

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