Samsung Electronics expands Canadian telecom footprint with Videotron 5G and LTE Core deployment
Published: 10 Mar 2026
Author: Precedence Research
Samsung Electronics has been selected by Videotron to modernize its network infrastructure using Samsung’s advanced 5G Non-Standalone (NSA) and 4G LTE Core Gateway solutions. The new deployment marks a significant milestone in the ongoing collaboration between the two companies and is expected to strengthen network performance, flexibility, and customer connectivity across Canada.
Under the agreement, Samsung will deliver a comprehensive, end-to-end solution designed to enhance Videotron’s network architecture. The deployment will integrate Samsung’s cloud-native 5G and 4G core technologies with high-performance server infrastructure based on Dell PowerEdge systems powered by AMD EPYC 9005 processors. The infrastructure will also utilize Red Hat OpenShift, a widely adopted Kubernetes-based hybrid cloud platform. This open and interoperable framework allows telecom operators to deploy scalable applications while maintaining flexibility across multi-vendor ecosystems.
The upgraded core network is expected to deliver several operational advantages, including enhanced resilience, automation-ready network management, and improved scalability to accommodate growing data traffic. These capabilities are critical as telecom providers continue expanding high-speed connectivity services and introducing new digital offerings.
According to Mohamed Drif, Samsung’s previous success in deploying Radio Access Network (RAN) infrastructure played a key role in the operator’s decision to extend the partnership into core network modernization. Videotron aims to leverage Samsung’s open, cloud-native architecture to strengthen service delivery for customers in Quebec while supporting the national expansion of its digital-first mobile and home internet brand, Fizz.
The new agreement builds on a long-standing collaboration between Samsung and Videotron that began in 2019 with the deployment of advanced RAN infrastructure. By extending this partnership into core network technology, Videotron plans to further optimize network performance while simplifying operational complexity. Stephen Wiktorski emphasized that the expansion reflects the strength of Samsung’s virtualized, end-to-end network portfolio. The deployment is expected to help Videotron enhance network efficiency while ensuring seamless connectivity for millions of customers across Canada.
This initiative also reinforces Samsung’s growing presence in the Canadian telecommunications market. The company has recently strengthened its position through multiple core network deployments and technological innovations, including its role in developing one of North America’s first roaming gateway solutions. By adopting open architecture and industry-standard hardware, telecom operators can accelerate innovation while reducing operational costs and improving network reliability.
According to Precedence Research, the global LTE Advanced Pro market is witnessing significant growth due to increasing mobile data consumption and the need for enhanced network capacity. The market size was valued at approximately USD 16.60 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach around USD 51.56 billion by 2035, expanding at a CAGR of 12.00% during the forecast period. Rising investments in next-generation mobile infrastructure, expanding 5G rollouts, and growing demand for high-speed connectivity are key factors driving adoption of LTE Advanced Pro technologies worldwide.
Samsung has been developing cloud-native core solutions since 2015, supporting network evolution from LTE to fully standalone 5G architectures. The company has deployed large-scale commercial core networks across several global markets, including Canada, South Korea, Japan, and India, enabling reliable connectivity for hundreds of millions of users.
As the telecommunications industry transitions toward AI-enabled network management, Samsung is also integrating advanced analytics and automation technologies into its infrastructure solutions. These capabilities allow operators to anticipate network demands, optimize resource allocation, and prepare for future innovations in connectivity.
With its expanding portfolio of cloud-native core technologies and AI-driven automation tools, Samsung continues to play a central role in shaping next-generation telecom infrastructure while supporting operators worldwide in building scalable, future-ready networks.