Together with project partners Deutsche Bahn, Ericsson and Vantage Towers, the operator has started building a network along a test track.
5G verticals
With its low latency and high speeds, 5G aims to enter new “vertical” markets like automotive, industry, agriculture and manufacturing. Previous mobile generations just provided voice and data to domestic and business customers.
T-Mobile uses standalone 5G and network slicing at Formula 1 race
The operator was the official wireless provider for the Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Orange Spain to use 5G for fire prevention
The mobile operator will use a combination of technologies to prevent fires at agricultural sites and warehouses.
Netherlands opens up 3.6 GHz band for local 5G networks
Local 5G network permits will be available from December 2023.
UK port launches site-wide 5G private network
Together with Ericsson and BT, the Port of Tyne has now deployed its new 5G network.
Spain announces recipients of aid for 5G projects
The Spanish government has awarded a total of EUR 9.5 million to seven projects.
Poland opens 3.8–4.2 GHz to private networks
The Polish regulator UKE has published its regulation for local enterprise networks.
Large 5G testbed launches in Northern Ireland
Local technology consortium Smart Nano NI is leading this initiative.
TIM claims first remote surgery using 5G
The corneal surgery was completed successfully over a 5G connection at the Bari Polyclinic in Italy.
Switzerland releases 3.4 GHz-3.5 GHz spectrum for 5G private networks
Swiss telecoms regulator the Federal Office of Communications (Ofcom) is planning to make the 3400 MHz-3500 MHz range available for private 5G mobile networks on January 1, 2024.