Verizon and Array Digital Infrastructure entered into a partnership to strengthen the operator’s 5G network across the US by using the latter’s cell towers.

The multi-year agreement allows Verizon to collocate on a large number of Array Digital Infrastructure’s tower sites. The operator stated the deal features a streamlined pricing structure, which is expected to deliver cost efficiency and long-term stability for Verizon.

According to Phillip French, VP of engineering at Verizon, the partnership is a key part of the company’s network tower management strategy, providing flexibility and accelerating the deployment of advanced wireless technologies for customers nationwide.

Array Digital Infrastructure was formed in November after UScellular reached a $4.4 billion deal to sell most of its wireless assets to T-Mobile US in 2025. The new entity operates 4,400 towers across 19 US states.

As of 30 September, former UScellular parent Telephone and Data Systems owned approximately 82 per cent of Array Digital Infrastructure. It claims to be the fifth-largest tower company in the US, according to its website.