Nokia has signed a definitive agreement for the proposed sale of its Enterprise Campus Edge (ECE) business to AURELIUS, placing a private wireless and industrial edge technology operation serving nearly 900 customers worldwide under new ownership.
The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2027. Financial terms were not disclosed in the announcement.
The proposed acquisition will establish ECE as a standalone business, with a dedicated strategy focused on private wireless networks, industrial edge computing and AI-powered industrial applications.
AURELIUS to Acquire Private Wireless and Industrial Edge Portfolio
ECE serves customers across manufacturing, mining, logistics, airports, ports and power generation. Its customer base includes Fortune 500 enterprises, giving AURELIUS an established industrial technology business with a global footprint.
The acquisition covers a portfolio extending beyond private wireless connectivity. ECE also provides industrial devices, on-premises operational technology (OT) edge and micro-edge solutions, and software applications supporting industrial AI use cases.
These technologies connect industrial assets and process operational data at customer sites. Local data processing can support applications requiring greater control over sensitive operational information, while helping organizations meet data security and sovereignty requirements.
Nearly 900 Customers Provide a Foundation for Growth
ECE’s nearly 900 customers represent an established market for private wireless and industrial digitalization services.
The business operates across sectors where connectivity supports production processes, equipment monitoring, automation and worker safety. Manufacturing facilities, mines, logistics centers and transport infrastructure all have operational requirements that differ from conventional office networks.
For AURELIUS, the existing customer base provides a foundation for expanding ECE’s private 5G and industrial edge offerings while developing additional industrial applications.
Nokia Sharpens Portfolio and Capital Allocation
Nokia positioned the proposed divestment as part of its effort to sharpen its portfolio and improve the allocation of capital and resources.
Konstanty Owczarek, Nokia’s Chief Corporate Development Officer, said the transaction would also give ECE a foundation for its next growth phase as an independent business.
ECE employees are expected to transfer with the business when the transaction closes, in accordance with applicable local laws and processes.
PwC Germany advised Nokia on M&A and transaction services, while Roschier acted as legal advisor.
