Vodafone will gradually replace Huawei equipment with OpenRAN solutions, promoting the diversification of suppliers in telecommunications.

Vodafone will modernize the mobile network by adopting OpenRAN technology, which allows the integration of equipment from various suppliers, thus reducing dependence on Huawei, criticized in Europe for surveillance risks. The director of Vodafone Germany, Marcel de Groot, announced ambitious plans to build a flexible network, collaborating with suppliers such as Ericsson and Samsung. This change reflects global trends towards diversifying suppliers in telecommunications, supported by European governments. Recently, Vodafone Romania completed the acquisition of Telekom Romania Mobile Communications, thus expanding its services.