Industry News
VIAVI platform selected for 5G and fibre testing in Philippines
The OneAdvisor 800 has been billed by VIAVI as the first test tool designed to address the challenges of a modern network field technician. [ + ]
Nokia claims extended range mmWave 5G speed record
Nokia says it has achieved sustained average downlink speeds of over 2 Gbps using mmWave spectrum and 5G FWA over a distance of 10.86 km — the fastest download speed recorded to date. [ + ]
Starlink-connected drone provides a 'mobile tower in the sky'
The drone can be used as a repeater for public mobile networks, or to establish a private and secure mobile network for use by emergency services personnel. [ + ]
White Rabbit devices to support Square Kilometre Array
White Rabbit will enable the telescopes to achieve the level of precision and accuracy required to generate groundbreaking scientific insights into the mysteries of the universe. [ + ]
Telstra's 5G network features Ericsson Cloud RAN tech
Ericsson's Cloud RAN (Radio Access Network) infrastructure has been launched on Telstra's 5G commercial network, and is already deployed and live at various sites. [ + ]
$3.6m project to connect NSW communities during disasters
The NSW Telco Authority will deliver two initiatives aimed at improving digital connectivity for impacted communities during and after natural disasters. [ + ]
Tasmanian Government Radio Network officially launches
The Tasmanian Government and Telstra hosted a launch event this week to officially inaugurate the Tasmanian Government Radio Network (TasGRN). [ + ]
Drone company Carbonix expands in the US, triples production
Australian drone manufacturer Carbonix has announced its expansion in the US market via an operating partnership with New Hampshire-based ArgenTech Solutions. [ + ]
Get MADE crowdfunding initiative supports hardware makers
The Get MADE crowdfunding initiative — a collaboration that promotes and funds hardware creators — will allow startups to get hardware funded, produced and sold on DigiKey's website. [ + ]
ACMA updates: 3.8 GHz AWLs and 800 MHz spectrum change reminder
ACMA releases its consulation paper on area-wide licences in the 3.8 GHz band, and advises that holders of spectrum for 800 MHz trunked radio systems must shift frequencies. [ + ]
Report reveals delays, cost blowout for NSW PSN
The current estimated capital cost to complete the NSW Critical Communications Enhancement Program is $1.293 billion — a significant increase from $400 million in 2016. [ + ]
Fleet Space Technologies signs Defence Space Command contract
Fleet's next generation of Centauri satellites will be used to develop and demonstrate a LEO satellite communications system focused on tactical communications and data transmission. [ + ]
AST SpaceMobile exceeds 10 Mbps in sat-to-phone downlink
AST SpaceMobile's space-based cellular capabilities are designed to be a critical extension for cellular communications. [ + ]
ACMA reviewing public safety class licence 4.9 GHz band
Back in 2013, the ACMA allocated 50 MHz of spectrum at 4.9 GHz for public safety purposes. Class licences must be reviewed every 10 years, so the present licence expires in October of this year. [ + ]
Military comms market valued at US$43 billion in 2023
The demand for enhanced communication, especially on the battlefield, is driving the growth of the military communications market. [ + ]
