Core Insights - 2degrees has signed a six-year agreement with Nokia to enhance its 5G services and optimize network efficiency through the deployment of Nokia's Cloud Native Communication Suite (CNCS) [1][7] - The integration of CNCS will allow 2degrees to streamline network activities, enhance automation, and minimize manual intervention, leading to improved operational efficiency [2][7] - The modernization efforts are expected to reduce infrastructure and carbon footprint while lowering operational costs, with energy efficiency improvements estimated between 10% to 20% compared to standard IMS Voice Core [3] Company Developments - 2degrees will utilize Nokia's MantaRay Network Management solution for a consolidated view of network monitoring and management, further enhancing operational capabilities [5] - The deployment of CNCS on the Nokia Cloud Platform, which includes Red Hat OpenShift, will provide a scalable infrastructure for 2degrees to quickly introduce new services [2][7] - 2degrees aims to modernize its network architecture to create new monetization and innovation pathways, enhancing subscriber experience [2][4] Industry Context - Nokia holds a leading position in the global 5G Standalone Core Networks market, with 55% of live deployments utilizing its software and 123 communication service provider customers as of the end of 2024 [6] - The collaboration between 2degrees and Nokia reflects a broader trend in the telecommunications industry towards cloud-native solutions that enable flexibility and scalability in network management [4][10]