Industry News
Comms Connect kicks off next week with preconference workshops
Over 1500 visitors are expected to descend on the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre for the event, so now's the time to secure your ticket if you haven't done so. [ + ]
Nokia's new campus to deliver next-gen networks built for AI
The state-of-the-art R&D and manufacturing campus in Oulu, Finland, is set to design, test and deliver next-generation networks built for AI. [ + ]
Optus update: new powers for Triple Zero Custodian, wrong email used
As the government seeks to bolster the powers of the Triple Zero Custodian, it has been revealed that Optus sent two emails to an incorrect email address on the day of its recent outage. [ + ]
5G is not always faster than 4G, study finds
5G is widely deployed in major urban centres, but researchers have found that its benefits do not always translate into a better experience than 4G.
[ + ]Mobile Mission Operations Centre provides space mission support
Operated by CSIRO in collaboration with the iLAuNCH Trailblazer Universities program, the facility is said to represent a breakthrough in mobile infrastructure for Australia's space operations. [ + ]
Universal Outdoor Mobile Obligation draft legislation released
Draft legislation for the Universal Outdoor Mobile Obligation has been officially released for consultation, alongside the government's response to the 2024 Regional Telecommunications Review. [ + ]
5G milestone as 2.6 billion connections reached worldwide
Global 5G connections climbed past 2.6 billion in Q2 2025 — a 37% year-over-year surge — and are projected to reach nearly 9 billion by 2030. [ + ]
Optimising base station settings improves data transmission
SoftBank has conducted a proof-of-concept experiment in Tokyo using an Ising machine, a type of quantum computing technology, to optimise radio base station settings. [ + ]
UWA completes TeraNet optical ground station network
Comprising three interconnected ground stations located across Western Australia, TeraNet combines advanced optical communications and precision timing technologies into one coordinated system. [ + ]
Next-gen fire trucks delivered to NSW Rural Fire Service
Building on recommendations to modernise the NSW RFS fleet, the new trucks are equipped with mobile data terminals to improve crews' communication, connectivity and safety. [ + ]
Australasian Space Innovation Institute officially announced
The institute is an independent, not-for-profit innovation engine to translate world-class research into space-enabled solutions for the economy, society and national security. [ + ]
Optus updates: Dapto goes down, independent review coming
Optus has announced yet another Triple Zero outage — this time affecting a mobile phone tower site in Dapto, NSW — following the 13-hour outage event on 18 September. [ + ]
Savox and Nokia to explore joint development of tactical comms
By combining their technical expertise, Savox and Nokia aim to create innovative solutions for tactical communications that provide unmatched connectivity, speed and reliability for mission-critical operations.
[ + ]Comms Connect to cover iAward-winning Cell on Wheels program
Comms Connect Melbourne will feature a presentation outlining the challenges and outcomes associated with delivering a fleet of CoW units to support emergency response in disaster-affected areas of NSW. [ + ]
Sepura appoints Chris Barnes as new CEO
Barnes brings a wealth of experience to his new role, having most recently led the growth of Tracsis plc — a software and technology business specialising in the transport industry. [ + ]