Industry News
Omnitronics helps AVCG keep 2500 km of coastline safe
The Australian Volunteer Coast Guard is using Omnitronics' DX-Altus to maintain communications along 2512 km of the Australian coastline. [ + ]
M1 CubeSat satellite almost ready for launch
The M1 CubeSat satellite at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) Canberra campus is on schedule to be launched in September this year. [ + ]
Polaris Networks, Nemergent test interoperability
US and Spanish companies join forces to advance next-generation MCPTT communications. [ + ]
NT trials agricultural Wi-Fi
The Wi-Fi, designed by Agrinet, is not reliant on one provider and is suitable for farms with any type of internet connection. [ + ]
Future on show at Comms Connect Sydney
Australia's future communications landscape will be explored next week at Comms Connect. Make sure you're there to find out where the industry is headed. [ + ]
Barrett supplies Middle Eastern military VHF
Under an AU$7 million contract, Barrett Communications will provide VHF equipment for an unnamed Middle Eastern military force. [ + ]
RFI to distribute OCC products
RFI Technology Solutions has signed a distribution agreement with Optical Cable Corporation covering the Australian, New Zealand and Pacific regions. [ + ]
Registrations open for RadComms 2018
The RadComms conference offers a chance to meet key decision-makers from government and industry, while hearing about major issues and developments. [ + ]
American Tower spending big in India
American Tower Corporation will reportedly proceed with the US$584 million purchase of approximately 9000 towers from India's Idea Cellular. [ + ]
RSM receives 300+ spectrum submissions
A call for feedback has resulted in 300+ submissions to the regulator regarding 5G and the 600 MHz band in New Zealand. [ + ]
Using UAS to extend mission-critical comms
A new report from NPSTC outlines the benefits of using unmanned aircraft systems for communications support. [ + ]
Ericsson's Jason Johur appointed to TCCA board
Johur has worked in critical communications for more than 20 years, and had his board appointment confirmed at TCCA's annual general meeting. [ + ]
Call for Comms Connect Melbourne presentation abstracts
Those in the industry are encouraged to submit their interest in speaking or facilitating at Comms Connect Melbourne 2018. [ + ]
VIDEO: Wi-Fi on a plane
Qantas is rolling out free passenger Wi-Fi access across much of its fleet. Watch this video of the latest installation. [ + ]
South Africa hosts 5G Huddle
The 5th Annual 5G Huddle is being held in Durban this week, hosted by the WWRF and supported by ICASA. [ + ]
