Tanoue has held key leadership positions at NEC, including General Manager of Global Mobile Solutions. He is a recognized figure in the Japanese cellular communications ecosystem and currently serves as Senior Advisor in the Product Development Department of OREX SAI, a joint venture between NTT DoCoMo and NEC, focused on promoting Open Radio Access Network (O-RAN) solutions in the global market.

“We are thrilled to welcome Tanoue San to our Advisory Board,” said Manolis Frantzeskakis, CEO and Chairperson of Argo Semiconductors. “His extensive experience in cellular infrastructure, particularly in Radio Access Networks, coupled with his strategic vision, will be instrumental in accelerating the adoption of ArgoSemi’s telecommunication product strategy.

“I am honored to join Argo Semiconductors and am incredibly excited about the opportunities ahead,” said Katsumi Tanoue. “I look forward to collaborating with the ArgoSemi team to advance its mission and drive sustainable growth in the industry.”

About Argo Semiconductors SA

Headquartered in Athens, Greece, ArgoSemi specializes in the design and development of advanced RF solutions for next-generation telecommunications. With a team of seasoned professionals, ArgoSemi delivers cutting-edge active antenna solutions for sub-6GHz 5G cellular networks, setting new industry standards for performance and efficiency.

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As a 5G innovator, we are eager to showcase our latest achievements on cutting-edge technologies and solutions. MWC provides a unique platform for us to connect with industry leaders, share insights and explore collaborative opportunities.
Join us from 26-29 February at Barcelona as we demonstrate the world’s first Active Antenna Single-Board Module in the C-band, the result of an exciting partnership, along with the 2nd generation of our pioneering printed antenna array and our latest developments on RF silicon IP. Visit our booth Hall Congress Square Stand CS250 to experience our commitment to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the world of radios.
We look forward to engaging with fellow industry professionals, forging new partnerships, and contributing to the conversations that will define the future of mobile technology.

See you at MWC!

Dr. Frantzeskakis took the lead sharing his expertise of Argo’s Ultra Slim Antenna along with the high degree of Silicon Integration within 5G-NR Radio Units and the vision for a more affordable 5G Network.

“We are excited to be part of this event and to have the opportunity to share our insights on making the 5G technology easier to reach,” said Dr Frantzeskakis.
“At Argo Semiconductors, we believe in making things simpler and for 5G NR this principle translates into a high value for the operators on both CAPEX and OPEX.”

The “5G Conference” was set to be a remarkable for Greece and Southeastern Europe, gathering of experts, executives, and entrepreneurs who are shaping the future of the 5G technology.
The “5G Conference” promises to be a hub of knowledge exchange, networking, and innovation. It provided a platform for Argo’s CEO to connect with fellow industry leaders, share ideas, and explore collaborations that can drive 5G Networks to the next step.

Argo Semiconductors offers custom 5G sub-6GHz RFIC solutions and true 2-dimensional printed antennas for Small and Macro Cells.
The high degree of integration between RF functionality and ArgoSemi’s unique printed circuit antenna yield 25% cost savings on the Radio Unit Bill of Materials. Argo leverages its long experience on radio design and RFIC product development, together with its antenna technology to meet the most stringent requirements on performance and cost.

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