5G is making fast progress. By the end of 2017, there have been significant advances happening in 5G Radio Access Network (RAN) technologies. In addition, we are close to the first larger-scale implementations of 5G which are announced for 2018, most prominently the 5G showcase at the upcoming Olympic Winter Games in Korea. Reasons enough to have the second Eurescom message cover theme in row focusing on 5G. In this issue, we will present select innovations in the area of 5G Radio Access that have been developed in Europe.
