Tele2 AB (publ) signed agreement with X Shore to build a private 5G network in their newly built factory in Nyköping, Sweden. By having its own 5G network, X Shore will become more flexible and efficient in its production of the electric boats of the future. Digitalization across industries is increasing and with this also comes the need for stable connectivity.

In Nyköping, Sweden, X Shore is establishing a new facility with the ambition of becoming the world's most sustainable boat factory, with the capacity to produce over 400 electric boats a year. Now Tele2 and X Shore have signed an agreement which entails Tele2 delivering digital infrastructure to the new factory in the form of a private 5G network. X Shore will use its 5G network to wirelessly connect production equipment to collect data and maintain and control production.

The wireless production equipment will also be more flexible, allowing X Shore to move quickly if production increases or changes. Assembly descriptions and quality controls will all be digitalized and continually updated on connected tablets. The digital infrastructure is based on a private 5G network from Tele2.

A private 5G network is a locally scaled-down mobile network that uses frequencies which PTS (public telecommunications service) gives X Shore local permission to use on its property. A private frequency enables X Shore to have a secure, predictable, and accessible wireless digital infrastructure independent of loads on public or unlicensed networks. In addition, 5G is a standard that will be supported for many years to come and will contribute to a sustainable solution for X Shore.