Industry News
Spectrum licence auction applications now open
An auction of spectrum licences in the 700 MHz band will take place in April 2017, and the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is inviting applications from prospective participants. [ + ]
New LATAM regional manager for DAMM
Following DAMM's success in South American markets, the company has appointed a new regional manager to be based in Brazil. [ + ]
Report into comms during South Australian storms
The Local Government Association of South Australia has looked at lessons learned in the wake of communications difficulties encountered during September's storms. [ + ]
EMC Technologies introduces NATA accredited testing
NATA accredited testing is now available from EMC Technologies. [ + ]
C3 TETRA network contract awarded to Rohill
The upgrade of the C3 (Critical Communication Caribbean) TETRA network in the Antilles will be undertaken by Rohill. [ + ]
Tech companies join for 5G NR tests
Ericsson, Qualcomm Technologies and AT&T will conduct 5G interoperability testing and over-the-air field trials this year, based on new specifications being developed by 3GPP. [ + ]
Tower technician certification programs
The US National Wireless Safety Alliance has launched two industry-wide certification programs for telecommunications tower technicians. [ + ]
Latest US 800 MHz transition report issued
The United States' official 800 MHz band Transition Administrator has issued its latest quarterly report on progress in rebanding efforts. [ + ]
Industry bucks at licence fee increases
ARCIA has expressed strong opposition to the ACMA's proposal to increase 400 MHz licence fees by 15% from April 2017. [ + ]
Video: Scandinavia's ISI exercise
Watch this video of Swedish and Norwegian emergency services personnel putting cross-border TETRA interoperability to the test. [ + ]
Marine radio upgraded for NSW-Vic border
The Sydney to Hobart yacht race will benefit from a new marine radio safety net, which has been upgraded by Marine Rescue NSW. [ + ]
Vic police and emergency services receive radio upgrade
Outdated police and emergency services radios will be replaced by the Victorian Government under a seven-year contract with Telstra. [ + ]
Airbus and TC Connect oversee Norwegian TETRA integration
Modernisation has begun on the Norwegian public warning system, after Airbus Defence and Space and TC Connect were awarded the major contract. [ + ]
Outdoor small cell backhaul equipment increases
According to IHS Markit, the outdoor small cell backhaul market accelerated in 2016, with revenue growing more than 200% year-over-year. [ + ]
ESA and Inmarsat modernise air traffic control
Flight trials have been undertaken by ESA for its Iris Precursor program, designed to assist Europe in modernising air traffic control. [ + ]
