Global Open Radio Access Network (Open RAN) Market Size Study & Forecast, by Deployment, Network, Component, Frequency, and Regional Forecasts 2025-2035

The Global Open Radio Access Network (Open RAN) Market is valued at approximately USD 1.94 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to expand at a CAGR of 16.00% over the forecast period from 2025 to 2035. Open RAN has emerged as a disruptive framework designed to disaggregate proprietary RAN architectures, thereby enabling multi-vendor interoperability, cost efficiency, and accelerated innovation across telecom networks. By decoupling hardware and software components and fostering openness through standardization, Open RAN is empowering operators to build agile, scalable, and vendor-neutral 5G and 4G infrastructures. As telecom networks pivot toward software-defined architectures, Open RAN is facilitating more flexible and programmable radio access networks that are critical to future-proofing connectivity for smart cities, autonomous vehicles, and Industry 4.0 ecosystems.

The evolution of Open RAN is intrinsically tied to the growing appetite for 5G rollout, especially in regions aggressively investing in next-generation connectivity. Telecom operators are increasingly turning to hybrid and cloud-native deployments—leveraging public, private, and hybrid cloud environments—to enhance network efficiency, reduce latency, and gain centralized control. Key enablers such as mmWave and sub-6 GHz spectrums are gaining traction, allowing network slicing and ultra-low latency features to be more effectively implemented across industrial, enterprise, and consumer applications. Moreover, governmental push for supply chain diversification and open standards—especially across the U.S., Japan, and Europe—has created fertile ground for Open RAN adoption, supported by public-private initiatives and regulatory mandates to move away from single-vendor dependencies.

Regionally, North America is positioned as a dominant player, largely driven by early 5G deployment, extensive R&D investments, and strong collaboration between telecom operators and cloud hyperscalers. The U.S., in particular, is pioneering large-scale Open RAN testing and deployment, backed by federal funding and spectrum auctions. Meanwhile, Asia Pacific is projected to witness the fastest growth over the forecast period, attributed to the rapid digitalization of emerging economies such as India and China, where telecom networks are being revamped to accommodate surging mobile data consumption and rural connectivity targets. In Europe, regulatory support for supply chain diversification and increasing investments in greenfield 5G deployments are significantly accelerating Open RAN penetration across the region.

Major market player included in this report are:
• Nokia Corporation
• Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson
• Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
• Fujitsu Limited
• NEC Corporation
• Rakuten Group, Inc.
• Intel Corporation
• Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.
• Mavenir Systems, Inc.
• Parallel Wireless, Inc.
• Hewlett Packard Enterprise
• Cisco Systems, Inc.
• Dell Technologies Inc.
• Viavi Solutions Inc.
• Altiostar Networks Inc.

Global Open Radio Access Network (Open RAN) Market Report Scope:
• Historical Data – 2023, 2024
• Base Year for Estimation – 2024
• Forecast period – 2025-2035
• Report Coverage – Revenue forecast, Company Ranking, Competitive Landscape, Growth factors, and Trends
• Regional Scope – North America; Europe; Asia Pacific; Latin America; Middle East & Africa

The objective of the study is to define market sizes of different segments & countries in recent years and to forecast the values for the coming years. The report is designed to incorporate both qualitative and quantitative aspects of the industry within the countries involved in the study. The report also provides detailed information about crucial aspects, such as driving factors and challenges, which will define the future growth of the market. Additionally, it incorporates potential opportunities in micro-markets for stakeholders to invest, along with a detailed analysis of the competitive landscape and product offerings of key players.

The detailed segments and sub-segments of the market are explained below:

By Deployment:
• Public Cloud
• Hybrid Cloud
• Private Cloud

By Network:
• 5G
• 4G

By Component:
• Services
• Hardware
• Software

By Frequency:
• mmWave
• Sub-6 GHz

By Region:

North America
• U.S.
• Canada

Europe
• UK
• Germany
• France
• Spain
• Italy
• ROE

Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• Australia
• South Korea
• RoAPAC

Latin America
• Brazil
• Mexico

Middle East & Africa
• UAE
• Saudi Arabia
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East & Africa

Key Takeaways:
• Market Estimates & Forecast for 10 years from 2025 to 2035.
• Annualized revenues and regional level analysis for each market segment.
• Detailed analysis of geographical landscape with Country level analysis of major regions.
• Competitive landscape with information on major players in the market.
• Analysis of key business strategies and recommendations on future market approach.
• Analysis of competitive structure of the market.
• Demand side and supply side analysis of the market.

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