Industry News
FCC moves on public safety broadband network
First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) is pleased that the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has moved forward on two items that relate to the planning of the Nationwide Public Safety Broadband Network. [ + ]
Response to FirstNet's rural broadband plans
US comms industry body NTCA says it is pleased the FCC recognises the statutory obligation of FirstNet to ensure "substantial rural coverage". [ + ]
FirstNet approves 2017 budget
The First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) Board has approved a budget package to support the evolution of FirstNet's public-private partnership and the implementation of the Nationwide Public Safety Broadband Network. [ + ]
Arianespace launches two Intelstat satellites
Arianespace has launched two more satellites for Intelsat, marking 58 satellite launches throughout a partnership that spans more than three decades. [ + ]
Mexico receives Boeing satellite communications network
Boeing has implemented a satellite communications system in Mexico that opens high-speed data and voice communications to the entire country. [ + ]
ACMA releases compliance report
The ACMA has released a report and infographic on its efforts to improve compliance with radiocommunications transmitter licensing arrangements. [ + ]
AT&T supports ISSI, CSSI, PTT
AT&T in the US has announced support for P25 ISSI and CSSI, enabling customers to connect their LMR networks to AT&T Enhanced Push-to-Talk to extend coverage and communications across the country. [ + ]
Looking for work? Radio job on offer
If you have P25 and/or TETRA expertise and all-round radio systems experience, you might be interested in this job advertisement posted online. [ + ]
Zetron and Selex ES install emergency radio solution
Zetron's MAX Dispatch system, integrated with the Selex ES Digital Mobile Radio (DMR) Tier III radio network infrastructure, has been installed for the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority (MCAA). [ + ]
Motorola invests in digital innovation
Chicago-based consulting firm DevMynd has received investment funding from Motorola Solutions Venture Capital to investigate innovation opportunities in public safety and commercial communications. [ + ]
Cohda Wireless technology travels around the world
Two electric motorbikes undertaking an 80-day around-the-world journey have been equipped with vehicle communication technology designed by Australian company Cohda Wireless. [ + ]
Barrett Communications receives contract for east African nation
Barrett Communications has signed a contract with the National Defence Force of an east African nation that will result in the supply of tactical high-frequency radiocommunications systems. [ + ]
NZ firefighters adopt Motorola and Spark radio
A two-way radio system by Motorola Solutions and Spark will enable the New Zealand Fire Service to stay connected to their colleagues in the field. [ + ]
Airbus Defence and Space TETRA network collaboration
Airbus Defence and Space has collaborated with CSL to modernise the TETRA network of CLP Power Hong Kong Ltd. [ + ]
3G emergency phone to save lives
An emergency telephone installed at a dangerous rock fishing spot in Western Australia is expected to improve emergency response times and potentially save lives. [ + ]
