The companies have created a system which tracks a device’s location. The technology is intended for Industry 4.0 use cases.
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.
Ericsson and Telia launch initiative for 5G-enabled enterprises
Called NorthStar industrial, the new project will initially focus on the automotive and transport sectors.
France issues €750 million call for 5G and 6G projects
The French government is supporting research and development (R&D) projects on advanced 5G and future network generations.
Asus to deploy smart city technology in Germany
Plans include the deployment of a private 5G campus network.
Nearly 1000 organisations now deploying private networks
This figure has increased by about 66 since Q2, with a 60-40 split between LTE and 5G deployment technologies.
China grants first 5G private network licence
The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has granted the licence to a domestic aeroplane manufacturer.
NEC to build 5G campus network at Spanish University
The Japanese technology firm has teamed up with the University of Murcia in Spain to provide an experimental 5G platform for students.
Telefónica Germany to move 5G core network to the cloud
The operator, which provides services under the brand name O2 says this move will allow it to quickly deploy and make updates to its network.
Vodafone remotely controls train using 5G
The German mobile operator has successfully completed a trial in which a train was controlled remotely from over 340km away.
Indian companies show interest in private 5G
20 companies have applied for the direct allocation of 5G spectrum from India’s Department of Telecommunications (DoT).
