Industry News
Space-based air traffic surveillance
This system will enable cost-effective global automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast (ADS-B) services for air navigation service providers. [ + ]
RFID report forecasts healthy growth
The global market for RFID will grow at a CAGR of 16% over the period of 2012-18, according to new research. [ + ]
Wireless microphone regulation changes
Some technical changes will affect manufacturers and importers of wireless microphones in the digital dividend frequencies. [ + ]
Successful i3 NG9-1-1 interoperability tests
Zetron's NENA i3 IP-based MAX Call-Taking system has tested successfully on a state-wide i3 Emergency Solutions IP Network. [ + ]
TC Communications and ADF sign WGS contract
TC Communications and L-3 Oceania are to provide new capability to the ADF with the signing of JP2008 Phase 3H contract. [ + ]
Hytera TETRA for Mercedes-Benz factory
The Mercedes-Benz engine factory fire brigade in Berlin has upgraded to a Hytera TETRA radio system. [ + ]
Emergency Management Conference 2013
Over 400 delegates are expected to attend this year’s conference, the theme of which is ‘Preparing Victoria’. [ + ]
Mother Nature to blame for delays
Natural disasters and extreme weather are reasons given for delays to landline repairs and connections, the TIO reports. [ + ]
SA police get in-vehicle repeaters
IVRs will provide the South Australian police with better coverage from portable radios in remote areas and improved in-building coverage in built-up areas. [ + ]
APCO webinar: next-gen emergency management
Victorian Fire Services Commissioner Craig Lapsle will be the key presenter of an APCO Australasia webinar on 18 June. [ + ]
More successful DMR interoperability tests
The UK’s DMR Association has completed two more Tier III and one Tier II interoperability testing sessions. [ + ]
Help for tornado-affected areas
Zetron is fast-tracking new and replacement equipment to those affected by the recent Oklahoma tornadoes. [ + ]
Comms Connect 2013: papers deadline today
Organisers have had a tremendous response to their call for papers for Comms Connect 2013, but it’s not too late for you to join in. [ + ]
Electricity’s brave new world
The CSIRO predicts that in 2050, our homes and businesses could be powered by more than 20 different energy sources and technologies. [ + ]
Let the games begin
Hytera DMR radios will be used at the third-largest sporting carnival in the world, the World Police & Fire Games in Belfast. [ + ]
