Industry News
PSCE conference addresses issues in public safety comms
Crisis responders and solution providers gathered at PSCE's conference this month to explore key issues in public safety communications. [ + ]
NZ workshops for those looking to become ARCs or AREs
New Zealanders looking to become an Approved Radio Certifier (ARC) or Engineer (ARE) can soon access workshops through Radio Spectrum Management. [ + ]
Nokia to test 5G network for automated rail operation
Nokia is set to test and deploy a standalone (SA) 5G system for automated rail operation in Hamburg, Germany, after winning a tender from Deutsche Bahn. [ + ]
Optus makes 5G data call over 2300 MHz spectrum
Optus has established an end-to-end 5G data call over its 2300 MHz spectrum, in what the company is calling a world first. [ + ]
UK opens applications for shared spectrum licences
Ofcom has begun accepting applications for its new shared spectrum licences, allowing small-scale operators to create their own wireless networks. [ + ]
Safe Work Australia issues reminder about working in heat
Extreme heat is an Australian summer staple, but working in heat can pose significant health and safety risks, Safe Work Australia warns. [ + ]
Thales and RMIT to collaborate on satellite positioning system
Thales and RMIT University are working to define a new generation of high-accuracy precise point positioning services under a joint research agreement. [ + ]
Triple-9 joins TCCA
Triple-9 has joined TCCA, giving it access to the latest technological developments, industry standards and insights into the needs of mobile professionals. [ + ]
NEMA takes over NZ's emergency management systems
NEMA has replaced NZ's Ministry of Civil Defence and Emergency Management in a bid to improve the country's emergency management systems. [ + ]
Telrad, URSYS complete 5 GHz LTE trial
URSYS and Telrad Networks have successfully completed joint testing of 5 GHz technology with a major engineering firm in Newcastle. [ + ]
New HQ to bolster SA emergency services' capabilities
SA's emergency services' incident response capabilities are set to get a boost with the help of a new, purpose-built command centre. [ + ]
Tasmania's ESCAD implementation completed
Fujitsu has completed the implementation of an Emergency Services Computer Aided Dispatch system for Ambulance Tasmania. [ + ]
Inovor to deliver satellite bus for Buccaneer project
Inovor is set to deliver a satellite bus that will house equipment for the Buccaneer Main Mission after winning a $2.5 million Defence contract. [ + ]
Equipment stolen from RFS radio repeater vehicle
Thieves have stolen tyres, axles, jerry cans and radio equipment from a Rural Fire Service portable radio repeater trailer. [ + ]
Inmarsat launches GX5 satellite
Airline passenger Wi-Fi and maritime and government connectivity across Europe and the Middle East are set to expand with Inmarsat's GX5 satellite. [ + ]