Orange customers can reach mobile internet speeds of up to 1 Gbps in the metro stations where the new network has already been activated.
This is the first time this performance has been achieved underground in Romania and those who use 4G benefit from an improved mobile experience due to the new equipment installed.
In November 2025, Orange began activating 5G+ through pilot projects at Preciziei and Pacii metro stations. Meanwhile, installation has also been completed at Piata Victoriei 1 and 2, and this week, the service went live at Aviatorilor. By the end of December, 5G+ technology will be extended to many other stations across all metro lines, including Piata Romana, Universitate, Piata Unirii 1 and 2, Tineretului, Aurel Vlaicu, Pipera, and Constantin Brancoveanu.
The operator aims to provide uninterrupted high-speed connectivity, wherever Orange customers are in the metro. Coverage includes not only stations but also tunnels. Modernization works will also ensure more stable services for those still on 4G. The benefits of 5G+ are clear: apps, websites, and smart home devices can be accessed almost instantly, large files can be transmitted much faster, and video streaming and calls maintain quality even on the move.
“The biggest advantage, however, is for commuters using the Bucharest metro. Orange users will enjoy a much more stable connection as the new technology is implemented throughout the underground network. 5G/5G+ technology is also more environmentally friendly. The more users on 5G+, the lower the energy consumption per megabyte of traffic. In fact, the new technology can be up to ten times more efficient for the same traffic volume than previous generations. The network can also enter “eco mode” when not heavily used. In the metro, for example, traffic drops significantly outside peak hours and at night, when only maintenance, cleaning, and security staff require connectivity, making 5G+ even more energy-efficient,” per the announcement.
Orange Romania plans to cover the entire Bucharest metro with 5G+ by the end of 2026. These plans are part of the strategy to expand and improve networks with the best technologies. Innovations so far include coverage in over 70 cities reached this fall.