Vertiv Joins Ericsson Energy Alliance in Push for Next-Gen Networks

Global vertical partnership aims to boost telecom access networks in
the race towards 5G

COLUMBUS, Ohio–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#5G—Vertiv
has been selected to join the Ericsson
Energy Alliance, a competitive ecosystem and management interface that
aims to increase market share and top-line growth while evolving access
networks towards 5G. The long-term agreement builds on the strength of
the Vertiv global reach, unique product competence and service delivery,
along with the speed and flexibility provided by its first-class
research, design and engineering teams.

The Alliance is part of the Ericsson
Radio Site System, which comprises all of the site infrastructure
components required to provide network performance and operational
efficiency to the mobile operator. The partnership allows Ericsson to
compete more forcefully, broadening the portfolio with increased access
to new technologies, strengthening the regional sales support, and
establishing a consistent ecosystem to support telecom access networks
and 5G deployments. The Alliance also allows Ericsson and Vertiv to
engage closely in strategic product portfolio planning and development,
with expected synergies in research and design, and time to market.

Through the Ericsson Energy Alliance, Vertiv is providing a broad range
of custom-made OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) power systems and
enclosures, including solar hybrid solutions for off-grid or bad-grid
sites. In addition, this is complemented by the Vertiv global product,
solution and service offerings to meet any regional requirements.

Nishant Batra, Head of Product Area Network Infrastructure, Ericsson,
says: “Network evolution begins at the site. This is a true
complementary partnership. We have a long history with Vertiv and we
know that we can count on their deep expertise, strong portfolio and
global footprint. The alliance members are combining the best of their
radio site technology, skills, and abilities to bring a broadened, more
flexible, and competitive portfolio to the table to help service
providers in their 5G evolution through the Ericsson Radio System. We
continue to onboard suppliers for additional product categories with
sharp focus on sustainable energy. Service providers want and demand
seamless evolution. The Ericsson Energy Alliance helps to provide that.”

“This Alliance reflects our relentless focus on research and development
as a key to addressing the numerous challenges of this fast-paced
digital world,” says Giordano Albertazzi, president for Vertiv in
Europe, Middle East and Africa. “The partnership with Ericsson allows
our companies to join forces and achieve long-term, profitable growth by
becoming even more incisive and competitive in the market.”

The Ericsson Energy Alliance has already delivered fruitful results for
customers across Mexico, Saudi Arabia, Tanzania and Indonesia.

About Vertiv

Vertiv designs, builds and services critical infrastructure that enables
vital applications for data centres, communication networks and
commercial and industrial facilities. Formerly Emerson Network Power,
Vertiv supports today’s growing mobile and cloud computing markets with
a portfolio of power, thermal and infrastructure management solutions
including the Chloride®, Liebert®, NetSure™ and Trellis™
brands. Sales in fiscal 2016 were $4.4 billion. For more information,
visit VertivCo.com.

About Ericsson

Ericsson enables communications service providers to capture the full
value of connectivity. The company’s portfolio spans Networks, Digital
Services, Managed Services, and Emerging Business and is designed to
help our customers go digital, increase efficiency and find new revenue
streams. Ericsson’s investments in innovation have delivered the
benefits of telephony and mobile broadband to billions of people around
the world. The Ericsson stock is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and on
Nasdaq New York. www.ericsson.com

Contacts

Vertiv
MEDIA CONTACT
Bridget Lew, +44 208 618 2900
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or
Ericsson
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10 719 69 92)