Ericsson names new head for Business Area Networks

Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson has appointed David Hammarwall as its new Head of Business Area Networks and Senior Vice President.

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Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson has appointed David Hammarwall as its new Head of Business Area Networks and Senior Vice President. He will succeed Per Narvinger, who has been appointed President and CEO of Ericsson, and will assume the Networks role on October 1, 2026 in Stockholm.

Hammarwall has been with Ericsson since 2007 and currently leads the Customer Unit T-Mobile in Market Area Americas. His background includes leadership roles across product areas in radio and 5G RAN, and the company highlights his combination of technological expertise and commercial experience as important for advancing 5G, AI in RAN, and the longer-term move toward 6G.

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The company appoints David Hammarwall to lead Business Area Networks and serve as Senior Vice President, effective October 1, 2026. He replaces Per Narvinger, who has been appointed President and CEO of Ericsson.

Business Area Networks is central to Ericsson’s 5G and radio access portfolio, so leadership continuity matters strategically. Hammarwall’s experience spans Product Area Networks, Product Line Radio, and 5G RAN, as well as leading the Customer Unit T-Mobile in Market Area Americas.

Management comments emphasize his technological and commercial background and link the role to priorities such as 5G, AI in RAN, and the journey toward 6G. This points to a continued focus on network intelligence and software capabilities, with execution details to be reflected in future operational updates.

Key Figures

Effective date of new role: October 1, 2026 Tenure at Ericsson: Since 2007 Years as technology pioneer: 150 years

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Effective date of new role October 1, 2026 Hammarwall becomes Head of Business Area Networks

Tenure at Ericsson Since 2007 Year Hammarwall joined Ericsson

Years as technology pioneer 150 years Ericsson’s history in communication technology

Key Terms

Business Area Networks, Senior Vice President, telecoms and ICT industry, AI in RAN, +1 more

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Business Area Networks financial

"Ericsson appoints David Hammarwall Head of Business Area Networks"

Senior Vice President financial

"as its new Head of Business Area Networks and Senior Vice President"

A senior vice president is a high-ranking executive within a company who oversees large parts of the organization and helps shape its overall strategy. They are often just below top leadership, making important decisions that can impact the company's success. For investors, this role indicates a person with significant responsibility and influence, which can affect the company's stability and growth prospects.

telecoms and ICT industry financial

"commercial knowledge of the telecoms and ICT industry"

AI in RAN technical

"setting a new standard for network intelligence with AI in RAN"

5G RAN technical

"Head of Product Line 5G RAN"

The 5G radio access network (RAN) is the portion of a mobile network made up of antennas, base stations and the radio equipment that links users’ devices to the broader network—think of it as the roads and bridges that connect homes to the highway. Investors watch 5G RAN because its design and rollout determine how fast, reliable and wide-reaching service will be, which drives carrier costs, equipment sales, competitive advantage and future revenue opportunities.

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What leadership change did Ericsson (ERIC) announce in this 6-K?

Ericsson announced that David Hammarwall will become Head of Business Area Networks and Senior Vice President. He succeeds Per Narvinger, who has been appointed President and CEO of Ericsson, clarifying the leadership structure around its core Networks business.

When will David Hammarwall assume his new role at Ericsson (ERIC)?

David Hammarwall will take up his new position as Head of Business Area Networks on October 1, 2026. He will be based in Stockholm, Sweden, leading one of Ericsson’s most important business areas tied to 5G and network technologies.

What is David Hammarwall’s background before leading Ericsson’s Business Area Networks?

David Hammarwall joined Ericsson in 2007 and holds a PhD in telecommunications from KTH Royal Institute of Technology. He has led Product Area Networks, Product Line Radio, Product Line 5G RAN, and since 2023 has headed the Customer Unit T-Mobile in Market Area Americas.

How is Ericsson (ERIC) linking this appointment to its 5G and AI strategy?

Ericsson highlights Hammarwall’s role in driving its technology leadership and references 5G, AI in RAN, and the journey toward 6G. Management comments stress network intelligence and bringing powerful AI capabilities to service providers as key priorities for Business Area Networks.

Where will Ericsson’s new Head of Business Area Networks be based?

The new Head of Business Area Networks, David Hammarwall, will be based in Stockholm, Sweden. This reflects Ericsson’s continued concentration of senior leadership at its headquarters while overseeing global telecom and network operations for service providers and enterprises.

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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 6-K

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER

PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the month of June 2026

Commission File Number 000-12033

LM ERICSSON TELEPHONE COMPANY

(Translation of registrant’s name into English)

Torshamnsgatan 21, Kista

SE-164 83, Stockholm, Sweden

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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F.

Form 20-F ☒   Form 40-F ☐

Announcement of LM Ericsson Telephone Company, June 18, 2026 regarding “Ericsson appoints David Hammarwall Head of Business Area Networks”.

PRESS RELEASE June 18, 2026

Ericsson appoints David Hammarwall Head of Business Area Networks

• Effective as of October 1, 2026

• Becomes member of Ericsson’s Executive Team, reporting to the CEO

Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) today announces the appointment of David Hammarwall as its new Head of Business Area Networks and Senior Vice President. Hammarwall who is currently Ericsson’s Head of Customer Unit T-Mobile in Market Area Americas, will succeed Per Narvinger who has been appointed President and CEO of Ericsson. Hammarwall will take up his new position as Head of Business Area Networks on October 1, 2026, and be based in Stockholm, Sweden.

David Hammarwall has been with Ericsson since 2007 and holds a PhD in telecommunications from KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm. His previous work experience includes roles as Head of Product Area Networks, Head of Product Line Radio and Head of Product Line 5G RAN. He has held the position as Head of Customer Unit T-Mobile since 2023.

Börje Ekholm, President and CEO of Ericsson, says: “David has extensive technological expertise as well as commercial knowledge of the telecoms and ICT industry. He is an appreciated and respected leader in our industry and I’m very pleased that he will return to Business Area Networks to ensure success for our customers with 5G, AI and the journey towards 6G.”

Per Narvinger, currently Head of of Business Area Networks who will take up the position as President and CEO of Ericsson on October 1, 2026, comments: “David has been a key leader when it comes to driving Ericsson’s technology leadership. I’m very pleased that he with fresh market experience will return to Sweden and Networks and I am looking forward to having him on the Executive Team.”

David Hammarwall says: “I’m honored and excited to be offered this opportunity. Business Area Networks is home to me and this is a very interesting time where Ericsson is truly setting a new standard for network intelligence with AI in RAN by bringing powerful AI capabilities to service providers. I’m very much looking forward to working with all the talented Network employees and to meet customers and partners to create outstanding value.”

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PRESS RELEASE June 18, 2026

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

TELEFONAKTIEBOLAGET LM ERICSSON (publ)
By:		/s/ LARS SANDSTRÖM
Lars Sandström
Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer

Date: June 18, 2026