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Spark's IoT network covers 60% of NZ
Need to connect a cow to the IoT? That'll be just $1.79, thanks to Spark's new LoRaWAN grid. [ + ]
UK's ESN delay questioned
The chair of the UK's Public Accounts Committee has expressed concerns over delays to the introduction of the country's Emergency Services Network (ESN). [ + ]
Industry engagement brings benefits
ARCIA's well-respected advocacy on behalf of the industry is more important than ever, says ARCIA's Hamish Duff. [ + ]
£25m for UK 5G projects
The UK government has announced the winners of a £25 million competition to pave the way for a future rollout of 5G technology. [ + ]
Chilean surveillance boats installed with Barrett HF
A remote Chilean region is receiving high frequency (HF) radiocommunications equipment from Barrett Communications. [ + ]
Tapping into the RF gaps
US researchers are investigating means to use unused portions of the radio spectrum using combined computational and electronic methods. [ + ]
Police complain of digital radio congestion
First responders had trouble with congestion on their digital voice radio system during February's shooting at Parkland School in Florida. [ + ]
APAC comms leaders meet in Perth
Regional communications representatives are meeting in Perth this week to discuss spectrum and satellite issues ahead of the WRC-19 later this year. [ + ]
5G spectrum auction process approved
The federal government will conduct a competitive auction of 125 MHz of spectrum in the 3.6 GHz band, with an eye to the rollout of 5G services. [ + ]
Magnetic appeal of ULF antennas
ULF antennas made of magnetoelastic material could enable radio communication through water or under the ground. [ + ]
Critical factors for voice logging solutions
A flexible VLR system is one that offers multiple input types, wide software options and a solid upgrade path. [ + ]
Inmarsat and Airservices partner on SatVoice comms
In an effort to improve aviation efficiency and safety, Inmarsat and Airservices Australia have partnered up on satellite voice (SatVoice) communications. [ + ]
Fire & Rescue NSW integrates PTT
Wireless Innovation and Cobham SATCOM partnership delivers satellite/LMR PTT solution for state-wide communications. [ + ]
International spectrum meeting to take place in Australia
An international spectrum meeting will be held in Australia, with a focus on enabling the use of future communications technologies across the Asia–Pacific region. [ + ]
JORN to get $1.2bn upgrade
BAE Systems Australia has been handed a $1.2 billion contract to upgrade the over-the-horizon Jindalee Operational Radar Network. [ + ]
