Bharti Airtel Limited — Updates, 17-03-2025: Press Release

Ericsson, Volvo Group, and Bharti Airtel have established a research collaboration to explore the potential of Extended Reality (XR) and Digital Twin technologies over 5G Advanced in India. This partnership aims to accelerate the adoption of Industry 4.0 and 5.0 in the manufacturing sector. Research will take place at Volvo's R&D Centre in Bangalore, focusing on creating a digital platform for immersive training and real-time optimization through AI.

Leveraging Airtel's advanced 5G network, the collaboration is set to enable real-time simulations and design prototyping, potentially transforming production workflows without disrupting operations. This initiative not only promises operational efficiencies but also opens doors to new revenue streams and business models, supporting the industry's pivot towards enhanced connectivity and automation. Overall, this collaboration fosters innovation in the manufacturing arena aligning with the broader vision of digital transformation and productivity enhancement.