Barcelona, 3 February 2025 – The Smart Networks and Services Joint Undertaking (SNS JU), a key public-private partnership driving Europe’s 5G and 6G innovation, will set the stage for Mobile World Congress 2025 (MWC25) with a major opening session focused on the future of Europe’s digital infrastructure.

Titled “Digital Infrastructure of the Future: Shaping Europe’s Competitive Edge,” the session will take place on Monday, 3 March 2025, from 09:00 to 10:15 CET at the Marconi Stage (Conference Stage A) in Hall 6. The event will bring together top executives from leading telecommunications, technology, and industrial sectors to discuss the transformation of digital networks and Europe’s strategic role in the next era of connectivity.

Shaping Europe’s Digital Leadership

The session will highlight Europe’s comprehensive strategy to remain at the forefront of digital transformation. Discussions will cover key trends, including:

• The shift from transmission-centric to computing-centric networks – evolving from traditional data highways to intelligent computing systems.
• Digital infrastructure as a pillar of European technological sovereignty – ensuring that Europe remains self-sufficient in critical digital technologies.
• The role of AI and cloud computing in mobile networks – examining how automation and data-driven solutions are revolutionizing connectivity.
• Industry applications of advanced networks – real-world examples from smart transportation to digital ports demonstrating how businesses and cities are leveraging next-gen networks.

Industry Leaders Take the Stage

The session will feature opening keynotes from Pearse O’Donohue, Director at DG CONNECT, European Commission, and SNS JU Governing Board Chair, alongside Colin Willcock, Chairman of the 6G Industry Association (6G-IA) Board and SNS JU Vice-Chair.

Two dynamic panel discussions will follow:

1. “Future Connectivity: Connected, Collaborative Computing Networks” – This discussion will feature senior executives from Europe’s top telecom and infrastructure firms, exploring technological breakthroughs and strategies to position Europe as a leader in 6G and Connected Collaborative Computing Networks (3C).
2. “Digital Infrastructure in Practice: Use Cases for Europe’s Industrial Competitiveness” – Executives from Deutsche Bahn, automotive, logistics, and port industries will showcase how cutting-edge networks are driving European industrial innovation, fostering collaboration between network providers and key vertical industries.

Europe’s Commitment to Digital Innovation

Moderated by Erzsébet Fitori, Executive Director of SNS JU, the session will highlight how Europe is actively shaping the next phase of digital infrastructure.

“Starting MWC2025 with this crucial dialogue demonstrates Europe’s commitment to digital leadership,” said Fitori. “We are showcasing how Europe is proactively building the future of connectivity and strengthening its position as a global technology leader.”

The event will also serve as a platform to showcase SNS JU projects at MWC 2025, providing tangible insights into the progress being made in European digital infrastructure.

Join the Conversation

Industry professionals, policymakers, and technology leaders are encouraged to attend this thought-provoking session and engage with C-level speakers shaping the future of Europe’s digital landscape.

📅 Register now: SNS JU at MWC25 – Explore the Future of Connectivity