Axians and Nokia deepen their strategic partnership to build tomorrow’s communications infrastructure and accelerate digitalization across Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). Combining strengths in network technology, private 5G solutions and cybersecurity, the two companies are advancing their joint effort to deliver reliable, secure and scalable network solutions.
Axians, the IT and telecom arm of VINCI Energies, has long provided digital solutions to both the private and public sectors. Nokia is a global leader in technical innovation for the B2B market with a broad portfolio in mobile networks and communications. Together they are responding to growing demand for high-performance connectivity in Sweden, the Nordics and across EMEA.
The partnership covers a wide range of technology domains:
- Optical transport and data center networking
- IP routing and advanced network infrastructures
- Private 5G networks for industry and enterprises
- Fixed network connections
- End-to-end solutions for secure and dependable communications
By combining Axians’ integration experience and customer-tailored solutions with Nokia’s extensive technology portfolio, the companies can deliver complete offerings for sectors such as energy, transportation, manufacturing and public services.
Christian Cartalas, Business Area Director for Axians and Senior VP Axians Global Network, describes the collaboration as a natural extension of past successes.
– Building on our previous projects, we are pleased to accelerate our strategic partnership with Nokia. We can now scale secure networks for sectors such as energy and transport and offer the market an even stronger European proposition.
Nokia also emphasizes the importance of the collaboration. Pierre-Gaël Chantereau, CEO of Nokia France and VP Mobile Networks Southern Europe, highlights the development of private 5G networks.
– Nokia and Axians share a strong ambition to solve business‑critical network challenges and meet the market’s rising demand for advanced infrastructure. Private 5G is a clear example of how we can speed up digitalization and deliver integrated solutions across industries.
Demand for robust communications infrastructure is accelerating across EMEA. Digitalization, cloud services and AI-driven applications are raising requirements for secure data handling and low-latency connectivity. Companies and public organizations increasingly seek partners that provide comprehensive solutions rather than isolated services. In this context, Axians’ broad market presence combined with Nokia’s technological innovation becomes a decisive advantage.
Industry analysts expect the European market for private 5G and advanced network solutions to expand significantly over the next five years. Axians and Nokia are positioning themselves as key players in a development that will shape the future industrial and digital landscape.
Axians is VINCI Energies’ brand for IT and telecom, offering services that range from business applications and data analytics to digital workplaces, data centers, cloud services, telecom infrastructure and cybersecurity. With specialized teams in consulting, design, integration and service, the company delivers tailored digital solutions that create long-term value for customers.
This strengthened partnership with Nokia marks a new phase in the digital development of the EMEA region. By combining technical innovation with deep experience in network integration, Axians and Nokia reinforce their roles as driving forces behind a more connected, competitive and digital society.