Industry

Comms Connect review: collaboration key for critical comms agencies

01 November, 2023 by Andrew Hooker*

It's a win for frontline responders' operations when trans-Tasman critical comms agencies collaborate, says NGCC's Andrew Hooker in the wake of Comms Connect.


Nokia FastMile 5G receiver and 5G Gateway 7

27 October, 2023 | Supplied by: Nokia Solutions and Networks Australia Pty Ltd

The devices are designed to enable operators to conserve radio capacity and improve coverage of their FWA service.


Nokia opens 6G lab in Bengaluru, India

25 October, 2023 | Supplied by: Nokia Solutions and Networks Australia Pty Ltd

The lab includes a set-up to research 'network as a sensor' technology that enables the network to sense objects, people and movement without the need for onboard sensors.


Starlink's Direct to Cell service planned for 2024

24 October, 2023 by Lauren Davis

Starlink's Direct to Cell service offers connectivity to existing LTE phones 'wherever you can see the sky' — no changes to hardware, firmware or special apps are required.


A strong turnout at Comms Connect Melbourne

20 October, 2023 by Lauren Davis | Supplied by: Comms Connect (WFevents)

The Southern Hemisphere's premier critical communications event made a strong return to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre this week.


ACMA publishes market study on 4G/5G private networks

18 October, 2023

The ACMA has released a report that examines the existing and future market for private wireless networks, with a focus on Australia.


M2M partners with Hypha to deliver emergency satellite connectivity

17 October, 2023 | Supplied by: M2M Connectivity

M2M Connectivity has partnered with Hypha to bring unbreakable satellite connectivity to public safety and emergency service agencies in Australia.


Looking back at a career in comms: Q&A with Anton Abrahams

16 October, 2023

Outgoing ACCF Director Anton Abrahams looks back at the achievements of the ACCF, and what the future holds for critical communications in the region.


Last chance to register for Comms Connect Melbourne

13 October, 2023 | Supplied by: Comms Connect (WFevents)

There are just five days to go until doors open to one of the largest Comms Connect exhibitions in the event's 18-year history, coming to Melbourne from 18–19 October.


Comms Connect case study preview: private LTE in remote areas

06 October, 2023 | Supplied by: Comms Connect (WFevents)

At Comms Connect Melbourne, Rio Tinto's Marek Jaworski will join Vocus's Malcolm Jones to discuss the benefits of private 4G/5G networks when it comes to enhancing remote connectivity.


Etherstack and Telstra sign agreement for MCX IWF trial

04 October, 2023 | Supplied by: Etherstack Pty Ltd

Etherstack's Mission Critical Interworking Function (MCX IWF) has been designed to bridge digital radio networks and future mission-critical push-to-talk cellular services.


RFUANZ report: training update

02 October, 2023 by David Johnston, Vice-Chairman | Supplied by: Radio Frequency Users Association of New Zealand (RFUANZ)

RFUANZ has been supporting industry training provider E-tec in the development of a Level 4 NZQA qualification suitable for training radio technicians for the radio industry.


Comms Connect panel preview: PSMB lessons learned

29 September, 2023 | Supplied by: Comms Connect (WFevents)

The time is ripe to examine the lessons learned from international deployments in order to optimise PSMB in Australia. Industry leaders will discuss this topic at Comms Connect Melbourne.


NSW Budget invests in comms upgrades

27 September, 2023

The NSW Government has announced its intention to rebuild essential services and deliver a safer state, by investing $26m into new emergency services communications upgrades.


Comms Connect: What's the future for critical communications?

22 September, 2023 | Supplied by: Comms Connect (WFevents)

The critical communications sector continues to be driven by changes in technology. The Comms Connect team have brought together an esteemed panel of industry leaders to discuss this topic.


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