• The deployment of Nokia's new AI-powered automation system ensures seamless and autonomous RAN operations during the Hajj season in the Makkah region.
• The system reduced mobile outages by 60% and performed more than 15,000 automatic network adjustments per hour during the peak Hajj season.
• MantaRay Autopilot is a core component of Nokia's leading MantaRay Service Management and Orchestration (SMO) platform.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates   stc Group successfully deployed Nokia's MantaRay Autopilot , powered by artificial intelligence, during the last Hajj season in the Makkah region. The Hajj season is one of the largest and busiest annual events in the world in terms of telecom network usage. This solution enabled seamless and independent network operations, helping stc deliver uninterrupted, high-quality services to millions of pilgrims. stc's success in deploying the new system reflects its efforts to achieve the ambitious goals of Saudi Vision 2030, which aims to develop the national digital infrastructure through smart technologies.

The Mantarai Autopilot system is designed to monitor the performance of wireless access networks and make any necessary adjustments, immediately and without human intervention. The system uses self-healing network technology to detect faults, redistribute network load, and improve coverage. To implement this solution, the system also analyzed network behavior data from previous Hajj seasons to help anticipate congestion and support proactive planning by stc 's specialized operations teams.

These capabilities enabled STC Group to handle demand more flexibly during peak times. During peak load, the system performed more than 15,000 automatic network adjustments per hour, a 50% increase over 2024. It reduced mobile outages by 60%, achieved a 10% increase in peak throughput, and boosted average network speeds by 20-30%.

On this occasion, Eng. Haitham Alfaraj, Chief Technology Officer at stc Group, emphasized stc Group's commitment to utilizing the latest technologies to provide the best experience for its customers, especially during times of dire need, such as the Hajj season. He said, "By leveraging Nokia's cognitive AI, we have ensured that millions of pilgrims remain connected throughout the Hajj season, which is one of the world's busiest and most demanding communications environments."

For his part, Mikko Lavanti, Senior Vice President, Mobile Networks, Nokia Middle East and Africa, said that this achievement demonstrates the power of artificial intelligence and automation in managing large-scale, high-density network environments. He expressed his pride in supporting stc Group in achieving highly reliable performance during the Hajj season and in highlighting the pioneering role of the Mantarai Autopilot system in autonomous network operations.

MantaRay Autopilot is a key component of Nokia's leading MantaRay Service Management and Orchestration (SMO) platform, which applies intent-based AI models to automate and optimize radio access networks ( RANs ). The platform supports advanced automation tools, such as SON modules and rApps , and is the only SMO solution to achieve Level 4 certification within the TM Forum Autonomous Networks ecosystem.

About Nokia

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As a technology innovator, we are at the forefront of networks that sense, think, and act, leveraging our work in mobile, fixed, and cloud networks. We also add value to our services through intellectual property and long-term research, supported by our award-winning Nokia Bell Labs , which celebrates 100 years of continuous innovation.

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About STC Group

stc Group is a digital enabler in the region, offering advanced solutions and playing a pivotal role in its customers' digital transformation by providing a comprehensive suite of services spanning digital infrastructure, cloud computing, cybersecurity, the Internet of Things, digital payments, digital media, and digital entertainment. The group comprises 13 subsidiaries operating in Saudi Arabia, across the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe.

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