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$2.4 billion
6,500 network deployments
Those are the numbers related to private LTE/5G network deployments in 2025, excluding PoC (proof-of-concept) projects, according to Berg Insight.
The analyst firm anticipates the market value will grow steadily in the next five years, driven by:
- New network deployments
- Upgrades and expansion of existing networks
- Enterprises adding new applications
Berg suggests the market will reach $12 billion in 2030, which is a 38% growth rate.
The market is being shaped by trends such as virtualization of network functions, the implementation of O-RAN in radio products, and the emergence of neutral host network solutions.
Other key trends identified by the research firm that could significantly impact private LTE/5G network adoption include new regulatory changes, major divestments, new product categories, and emerging technologies such as Wi-Fi 7 and network slicing.