[Skip to content](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/t-mobile-us-gti-award#maincontent) [Newsroom](https://www.t-mobile.com/news)Toggle secondary navigation - [Network](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/network) - [Devices](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/devices) - [Un-carrier](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/un-carrier) - [Community](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/community) - [Offers](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/offers) - [Business](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/business) English [NetworkCategory](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/network)[Press Release](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/press) # T‑Mobile US Recognized for its Outstanding Contribution Furthering the Development of 5G March 02, 2022 The Un-carrier wins GTI Market Development Award and Outstanding Award at Mobile World Congress 2 min read - Facebook IconShare on Facebook - Share on Twitter - LinkedIn IconShare on LinkedIn Today in Barcelona at Mobile World Congress, T-Mobile US was awarded the Market Development Award from the Global TD-LTE Initiative (GTI) for its contribution furthering the development of mid-band 5G using 2.5 GHz. T-Mobile received this year’s award based on the success of its continued deployment of Ultra Capacity 5G in the United States. In addition to the Market Development Award, T-Mobile US also received GTI’s Outstanding Award for its overall contributions to the wireless industry and GTI organization. Operators around the world have been using mid-band 2.5 GHz spectrum successfully in 4G and 5G networks for years with [no adverse effects](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/5g-and-airline-safety-whats-behind-the-headlines), and today 2.5 GHz is deployed in nearly 40 countries globally, across the US, Europe, Asia and in other parts of the world. Following its merger with Sprint in 2020, T-Mobile began deploying its Ultra Capacity 5G network using the mid-band 2.5 GHz spectrum it acquired. Ultra Capacity 5G now covers more than 210 million people nationwide in the US. And today more than 20 independent reports and benchmarking tests show T-Mobile has the most available and fastest 5G network in the the US. “Around the globe mid-band spectrum is the sweet spot for 5G coverage and capacity, and 2.5 GHz has been integral to T-Mobile’s 5G network strategy from the beginning,” said John Saw, EVP of Advanced & Emerging Technologies at T-Mobile. “It’s great to receive this recognition of our 5G leadership, and we look forward to continuing to contribute to the development of the global n41 ecosystem.” Founded in 2011, [GTI](https://www.gtigroup.org/) has been the leading organization to globally develop and promote TDD-LTE, TDD-NR and converged TDD/FDD. GTI has more than 141 operator members and more than 251 ecosystem partners. Each year the GTI Awards program acknowledges the achievements and success of industry participants in the TDD-LTE and TDD-NR ecosystem across a wide range of market segments. For more information on T-Mobile’s network, visit [T-Mobile.com/coverage](https://www.t-mobile.com/coverage/4g-lte-5g-networks). Follow T-Mobile’s Official Twitter Newsroom [@TMobileNews](https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.com%2FTMobileNews&data=02%7C01%7CGina.Cohen3%40T-Mobile.com%7C99a364c68ae74ac2a38508d7a6aa2b95%7Cbe0f980bdd994b19bd7bbc71a09b026c%7C0%7C0%7C637161122116110118&sdata=EmvFbas31iO9vDTPE5udP5OqKFD%2FYropl5DHQhnsqaE%3D&reserved=0) to stay up to date with the latest company news. \### Capable device required. __Fastest:__  Based onmedian, overall combined 5G speeds according to analysis by Ookla® of Speedtest Intelligence® data 5G download speeds for Q4 2021. Ookla trademarks used under license and reprinted with permission. Tags[5G](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/archive/5g)[Network](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/archive/network) ## Related Stories [More Stories](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/category/network) [ \ CommunityPress Release \ __Before, During and After: How T-Mobile Shows Up for First Responders and Communities Across America at Every Stage__ \ May 19, 2026|7 min read](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/community/how-t-mobile-shows-up-for-first-responders-across-america) [ \ BusinessPress Release \ __AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon Plan to Launch New Joint Venture that Helps End Dead Zones__  \ May 14, 2026|10 min read](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/business/att-t-mobile-and-verizon-plan-to-end-dead-zones) [ \ BusinessPress Release \ __T-Mobile Is Changing How Fans Experience the PGA Championship__ \ May 11, 2026|6 min read](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/business/t-mobile-is-changing-how-fans-experience-2026-pga-championship) [ \ NetworkPress Release \ __Every Second Counts: T-Mobile Advances a Stronger, Smarter, More Resilient Network for Americans__  \ May 05, 2026|10 min read](https://www.t-mobile.com/news/network/t-mobile-advances-stronger-smarter-network-for-americans)