Riyadh – Mubasher: Ericsson has showcased a 5G-enabled robotic dog under the name Rocky as part of the company’s technology demonstrations at LEAP 2025, according to a press release.
The 5G-enabled feature highlights how robotics, combined with 5G, is enabling advancements in industrial automation and operational efficiency.
Ericsson’s presence at LEAP 2025, which is taking place for four days until 12 February in Riyadh, highlights the innovation leadership and commitment of the company to Saudi Vision 2030.
With over four decades of partnership in Saudi Arabia, Ericsson continues to collaborate with communication service providers, enterprises, and government entities to localise advanced technologies, nurture local talent, and support the Kingdom’s position in the global technology landscape.
Vice President and Head of Networks at Ericsson Middle East and Africa, Ante Mihovilovic, said: “Rocky demonstrates how private 5G networks can support advanced robotics to optimise industrial processes.”
Mihovilovic elaborated: “By leveraging the high-speed, low-latency, and secure connectivity of Ericsson Private 5G, industries can adopt innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency, improve safety, and enable real-time decision-making.”
The official concluded: “Our participation at LEAP 2025 underscores Ericsson’s commitment to providing technology that meets the evolving demands of industrial automation and digital transformation.”
Rocky is equipped with advanced sensors, cameras, and private 5G connectivity, enabling tasks such as factory inspections, remote monitoring, and safety assessments.
The integration of real-time data transmission and artificial intelligence enhances operational accuracy in challenging environments.
Meanwhile, by leveraging the Ericsson Private 5G network, Rocky can also assist authorities with efficient emergency response and quality inspections of factories, airports, and other critical infrastructure.
Meanwhile, Ericsson Private 5G sets a new standard for network performance, enabling secure, reliable, high-speed 4G and 5G connectivity, powered by its robust dual-mode core and industry-leading radio portfolio.
At the beginning of 2025, Ericsson announced a new organisational structure for its operations in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region under which it unveiled a Customer Unit (CU) in Saudi Arabia led by Håkan Cervell.
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