Industry News
GPS technology improved by Raytheon
The US Air Force Global Positioning System Next-Generation Operational Control System (GPS OCX) is being updated by Raytheon's use of technology. [ + ]
Iridium boosts air traffic communications
More than 500 aircraft have adopted the Iridium safety voice service for air traffic communications. [ + ]
Networking evening for ARCIA and ACMA
A networking evening will be held for Brisbane ARCIA members at Rydges South Bank on 16 March 2017. [ + ]
Interoperability testing undertaken by Kodiak, Zetron
Interoperability testing for Zetron's MAX dispatch has now been completed by Kodiak. [ + ]
Where were you in 1992?
We take a look back at what was happening in the Australian critical communications field 25 and 10 years ago. [ + ]
CASA calls for input on radio frequencies
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) has called for pilots to have their say on the most appropriate radio frequency to use at low levels in uncontrolled airspace. [ + ]
TETRA provided by Sepura for Swedish ski resort
A Sepura TETRA system has been selected by a ski resort in Sweden to optimise safety for its staff and visitors. [ + ]
Massive MIMO trial brings 5G closer
A successful trial of massive MIMO (multiple input, multiple output) technology has been carried out by Optus and Huawei. [ + ]
5G IT BBU launched in ZTE, Intel partnership
ZTE Corporation and Intel Corporation have launched a next-generation 5G IT baseband unit (BBU). [ + ]
Tait Radio Academy provides new course
The Tait Radio Academy has added a new course that examines best practice for radio users. [ + ]
New Zetron interface option allows broadband PTT integration
Zetron will now take orders for an interface option that enables the integration of its MAX Dispatch radio console system with AT&T enhanced push-to-talk (EPTT). [ + ]
Antenna for 5G developed by NEC
A massive-element active antenna system (AAS) has been developed by NEC Corporation, which will be suitable for use with next-generation 5G wireless communication standards. [ + ]
DAMM to supply TETRA for Mumbai monorail
The Mumbai Metropolitan Regional Development Authority (MMRDA) has selected DAMM Cellular Systems A/S to provide TETRA mission-critical radio communications equipment for its Mumbai Monorail project. [ + ]
Nominations close soon for WA radio awards
The Western Australia Industry Professional of the Year Award nominations will close on Friday, 3 March. [ + ]
nbn network switch necessary as ISS shuts down
The Interim Satellite Service (ISS) will be shutting down on 28 February, meaning that homes and businesses on this service need to switch to an alternative nbn network. [ + ]
