Vodafone Portugal selects Mavenir for 5G Standalone packet core Vodafone Portugal will deploy Mavenir’s 5G Converged Packet Core in its 5G Standalone (SA) build-out, after a year’s joint development and testing. Part of Mavenir’s MAVcore platform, the packet core was designed for all common access types, embracing mobile and wireline. Vodafone UK and Mavenir have also recently collaborated to complete a Voice over LTE (VoLTE call) over a containerized Open RAN network in a lab environment. The pair are using Open RAN systems to expand in-building 4G coverage for larger enterprises. MGA Technologies engages Nokia and Edzcom for private 5G network in France MGA Technologies, a maker of customized machines, has recruited Finland-based industrial networking firm Edzcom, a subsidiary of European tower…