Small Cell Forum (SCF) has published Stadium and sports venue connectivity, a new industry guide setting out small cell deployment models for high-density venue environments Stadiums, sports arenas and live event venues represent some of the most complex in-building connectivity…
With the World Radiocommunication Conference 2027 (WRC-27) set to take place in Shanghai in October 2027, national regulatory authorities across Europe are preparing positions on spectrum decisions that will shape the future of mobile communications. These decisions will impact not…
Industry awards are everywhere. Some celebrate longevity, some reward relationships, and some – if we’re honest – exist primarily to sell tables at a dinner. The SCF Mobile Network Awards are none of those things, and it’s worth explaining why…
India’s telecoms history has been and is one of massive opportunity and investment, whose practical impact deserves and has the potential to be enhanced by identifying and removing bureaucratic frictions. In a survey conducted in 2025, Indian mobile operators and…
Registration is now open for Small Cells World Summit (SCWS) 2026, which returns to the Shaw Theatre and conference suite at Pullman London St Pancras on 2-3 June 2026. Forecast as a defining year for small cells, with demand growing…
As the neutral host sector continues to expand its role in delivering connectivity across the UK, there is increasing recognition of the importance of collaboration between mobile network operators, neutral host providers and local government to enable cost-effective deployment of…
We kicked off our 2026 webinar programme with a fascinating exploration of small cells and non-terrestrial networks (NTNs), following the recent publication of our paper on this subject (download here). Watch the recording below for: Want to get involved with…
Once again, the SCF Mobile Network Awards will be announced at Small Cells World Summit (SCWS) in London, held in June 2026 and entries are now officially open! SCF (Small Cell Forum) is the global trade organization committed to accelerating…
SCF (Small Cell Forum) today set out its perspective on the small cell market in 2026, highlighting why the coming year is critical in determining how effectively the industry capitalizes on the next phase of deployment growth. Analysis published by…
Small Cells World Summit 2025 in Saudi Arabia, part of Connected World KSA, brought together operators, vendors, regulators, and technology leaders for two days of deep discussion on how the Kingdom’s connectivity landscape is rapidly evolving and how this translates…
As 5G deployment gathers pace across the Middle East, effective regulation is critical to ensuring sustainable, inclusive growth. For Ali Ahmed, R&D Manager at ACES, that means helping bridge the gap between regional priorities and international best practice. Recently appointed…
Small Cell Forum (SCF) has published its Market Forecast Report 2025, revealing that the small cell market is entering a new phase of resilient growth and technology maturity. This year’s baseline forecast reflects a strong outlook with expected small cell…