Industry News
GPS alternative for drones uses visual data from stars
Remote sensing engineers have combined celestial navigation with vision-based technology to provide an alternative means of night-time navigation for drones. [ + ]
2025 edition of Comms Connect NZ kicks off with a bang
Comms Connect NZ 2025 has launched with strong early support from exhibitors and sponsors, with more than 60% of the expo space already booked. [ + ]
NZ's NGCC onboards Emergency Caller Location Information Service
The service has been 'rehomed' from the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment into Next Generation Critical Communications. [ + ]
UGL completes radio comms package for Sydney Metro
UGL's radio team completed the essential radio system works throughout the city section of the Sydney Metro City & Southwest project, providing connectivity for passengers from day one. [ + ]
Satellite partnership brings LEO technology to remote ANZ
A new strategic partnership between Orange Business and Sat.One will deliver enhanced connectivity to businesses operating in remote and geographically challenging locations. [ + ]
Drones to monitor WA energy network this summer
Utility company Western Power is looking to expand its use of drone technology, with its arsenal of UAVs set to play a critical role in monitoring network faults and maintaining reliability this summer. [ + ]
Have your say: proposed reforms to improve infrastructure rollout
The Australian Government is seeking feedback on proposed reforms to streamline the rollout of vital telecommunications infrastructure and enhance its resilience. [ + ]
Nokia selected to deploy 4G and 5G equipment in India
Nokia has been awarded a multiyear extension deal by Bharti Airtel to deploy 4G and 5G equipment across key Indian cities and states. [ + ]
Govt funds mobile coverage boost for regional Vic, NSW
The Australian Government is improving mobile coverage on our regional roads and highways with the $50 million Regional Roads Australia Mobile Program. [ + ]
ACMA reveals new telco industry rules for major outages
Telco companies will be required to prioritise customer communications in the event of a major network outage impacting 100,000 or more services. [ + ]
Optus fined $12m for Triple Zero outage
The ACMA found Optus failed to provide access to the emergency call service for 2145 people during the course of the outage in November 2023. [ + ]
Cognitive monitoring network service to improve mine safety
The cognitive monitoring network service enables performance, reliability and safety enhancements of mining operations by utilising data from mine production systems. [ + ]
Defence axes JP9102, its $7bn MILSATCOM project
The Australian Department of Defence has announced that it will not be proceeding with project JP9102, its $7 billion strategic military satellite communications (MILSATCOM) program. [ + ]
Lens antennas enhance connectivity at Sydney stadium
To meet the communication needs of the stadium, which has a capacity of 83,500 people, a state-of-the-art indoor network has been deployed. [ + ]
Govt funding resilient comms for disaster-prone communities
Round 3 of the Mobile Network Hardening Program is open now, while local communities are being asked to help identify potential locations for the next round of Mobile Black Spot Program funding. [ + ]