Celanese Launches Private 5G Network to Boost Manufacturing Efficiency

Clear Lake, Texas – Speciality materials and chemical company Celanese Corporation has launched a fully managed private 5G network from NTT Data in two of its manufacturing facilities in Texas. The integration aims to enhance operational efficiency, safety, and responsiveness for frontline teams.

Celanese, a Fortune 500 company with over 11,000 employees and net sales of $10.3 billion in 2024, stated that it produces for major industries and consumer applications. The firm emphasizes sustainable practices by responsibly managing its materials and expanding its portfolio of sustainable products.

The newly deployed private 5G network is designed to improve operational efficiency by providing secure and reliable connectivity. It enables real-time insights into business logistics, overcoming signal gaps and disruptions common in complex industrial environments. This ensures uninterrupted logistics, production lines, and workforce communications.

“Our collaboration with NTT Data strengthens our ability to implement advanced connectivity solutions, enhancing responsiveness, safety and efficiency for frontline teams,” said Sameer Purao, senior vice-president and chief information officer at Celanese.

NTT Data’s private 5G network facilitates seamless connectivity for Celanese employees, allowing them to access critical information digitally. The managed service integrates with existing digital operations, promoting automation and furthering industrial efficiency.

“We are proud to partner with Celanese as they navigate the complexities of modern manufacturing with a clear focus on innovation and operational excellence,” commented Prasoon Saxena, global president and co-lead for products industries at NTT Data.

The deployment is part of a broader initiative that focuses on new use cases in manufacturing and automation. NTT Data introduced the first enterprise private 5G platform in 2021 and continues to expand its offerings in this sector. Partnerships with companies like Cisco and Qualcomm aim to unlock new efficiencies in the private network space.

“It’s a foundational step toward building more agile, intelligent and resilient operations, and we’re proud to support them in that journey,” Saxena added.