Industry News
LoRaWAN IoT network delivered by Inmarsat and Actility
The Inmarsat LoRaWAN-based network is working on a strategy to deliver the Internet of Things (IoT) around the world. [ + ]
Consultation open on radio licensing changes
ACMA has invited feedback on proposed changes to the Citizen Band Radio Stations Class Licence 2015. [ + ]
Interoperable European broadband explored at workshop
An EU-funded project designed to develop interoperable broadband applications and radio communications will hold a workshop to provide information about the next steps after its conclusion. [ + ]
Improved in-flight broadband expected after Inmarsat testing
Testing of key satellite infrastructure in Greece has been successfully undertaken by Inmarsat. [ + ]
ESA delivers cost-effective multibeam antennas
ESA has patented a new, more affordable type of multibeam antenna. [ + ]
HF radio packs delivered by WFP to Fiji
Two high-frequency (HF) radio packs have been delivered by the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) to the Fiji Ministry of Rural and Maritime Development and National Disaster Management. [ + ]
Advantech to supply ruggedised SATCOM terminals
Ruggedised military-grade SATCOM terminals will be provided by Advantech Wireless after it received a multimillion-dollar contract with a NATO member country. [ + ]
RAN ICT leadership recognised
ICT leadership in the Royal Australian Navy has been recognised with a Conspicuous Service Medal. [ + ]
SES and Satcom Global partner on satellite communications
Satcom Global and SES have formed a partnership to provide high-speed connectivity to maritime, offshore and land customers. [ + ]
Ergon adds 18 apprentices
Eighteen new apprentices, including some training as communications technicians, have begun work with Ergon Energy this week. [ + ]
Radio towers rejected
As one UK council rejects plans for two huge new radio towers, officials in Norway prepare to pull an iconic tower down. [ + ]
ASTRID TETRA upgraded by Airbus
Government approval has been granted for ASTRID to modernise its TETRA network in Belgium over the next few years. [ + ]
Whitespace to bridge digital divide in India
Cost-effective broadband services will be made available in India, following a partnership between the WhiteSpace Alliance (WSA) and the Indian government. [ + ]
WA upgrades coastal weather radar
Weather monitoring services will be upgraded by the WA Government and Bureau of Meteorology at Albany and Geraldton. [ + ]
Hytera to supply PDT for Shenzhen police
Hytera has been awarded a 101.9 million-yuan contract to replace the Shenzhen police department's TETRA communications network with equipment based on the new PDT standard. [ + ]
