Industry News
Satellite connectivity at Qld evacuation centres
The $37.1 million STAND program has seen the successful rollout of NBN Co Sky Muster satellite services at 62 evacuation centres across much of Queensland. [ + ]
Ventia to support Defence High Frequency Communication System
The new system will provide Australian and allied armed forces with the ability to securely communicate using voice and data from almost any location across the globe. [ + ]
Satellite-enabled 5G backhaul demoed in Middle East
SES and du say they have demonstrated the first satellite-enabled 5G backhaul in the Middle East utilising SES's medium Earth orbit (MEO) satellites. [ + ]
Agreement to make NASA geospatial data more accessible
The agreement focuses on extending access to the broader global community of NASA's geospatial content for continued research and exploration. [ + ]
Entries open for International Critical Communication Awards
The winners will be announced during Critical Communications World in Helsinki in May. [ + ]
Vocus acquires private LTE/5G provider Challenge Networks
Vocus has signed a contract to acquire its long-time partner, Challenge Networks — a market leader in designing and deploying private mobile networks. [ + ]
Spark completes 5G standalone trial in NZ
The trial is part of the ongoing groundwork that Spark is undertaking to prepare for the rollout of a 5G SA network at scale in the future and explore the future benefits of 5G. [ + ]
Nokia tech to support Parisian metro rail project
The Nokia solutions include a multi-service IP/MPLS high-speed network to support all Grand Paris Express operational and maintenance requirements. [ + ]
Private 5G network for electric boat factory
Swedish telco Tele2 is providing X Shore with a private 5G network using Ericsson technology, enabling more efficient and flexible production processes. [ + ]
Autonomous anti-jamming for US SATCOM program
Boeing has demonstrated autonomous technology that can successfully prevent jamming attempts on US Department of Defense satellite communications (SATCOM). [ + ]
US Space Force successfully launches sixth GPS III satellite
GPS III SV06 will augment the US Space Force's current GPS constellation, comprising 31 operational spacecraft operating in medium Earth orbit (MEO). [ + ]
Digicel Pacific bolsters coverage across PNG
Support from SES comes after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake in September caused damage to multiple PNG cable systems, resulting in large disruption to data services across the country. [ + ]
Nokia to explore 5G network slicing in Dubai
Nokia has signed a memorandum of understanding with Nedaa, the security network provider of the Dubai Government, to explore opportunities to upgrade Nedaa's telecommunications network. [ + ]
Outcome of Motorola's copyright case against Hytera
The Federal Court of Australia determined that certain Hytera digital mobile radio (DMR) products infringe Motorola Solutions' Australian patent. [ + ]
Multiband operational receiver designed for 5G NR
Researchers have developed an ultrawide-band receiver based on a harmonic-selection technique, in order to improve the operational bandwidth of 5G networks. [ + ]