New Zealand: Spark tests independent 5G

EricksonRed Hat and Spark Operator have successfully completed proof of concept Standalone 5G technology (SA) on your telecommunications network in New Zealand.

The companies conducted a demonstration of an autonomous architecture (no longer dependent on LTE) using a hub. 5G Cloud Native is provided by Ericsson and runs on Red Hat’s OpenShift platform.

Spark is preparing for the rollout of 5G SA as part of the New Zealand operator’s foundation to test the broadband capacity of its 5G fixed wireless access (FWA) network.

The results show that 5G SA technology allows providing low latency, high bandwidth and good reliability. These are all necessary features to kick off high-performance use cases; For example, connected vehicles, telehealth or real-time video analytics.

Spark’s goal is that this test will enable your future 5G network Independent of scale and introducing cloud-native digital solutions that enhance the monetization of this technology.

To explore working with apps and applications, Ericsson brought its edge computing and network slicing capabilities. The latter rely on the same physical infrastructure to build dedicated networks that meet the needs of each use case.

In the words of Spark Technology President Nilai Rathod: “The proof of concept Erickson And Red Hat 5G unique technology demonstrates our network’s ability to deliver (…). The benefits of this technology include more opportunities for our partners and better services for our customers.

He added that Spark is trying to accelerate 5G adoption To explore opportunities in the Internet of Things, Smart Cities, Industrial Internet of Things and other use cases for New Zealand’s specific needs.

Sparks began to emerge 5G services Later in 2019, when availability is enabled in selected areas of Westport, Clyde, Twisle, Decapo and Hokitika. By this year 2023, the telco’s aim is to reach 90% of the population.

As it works to implement its 5G network in many parts of New Zealand, the company hopes to have the complete architecture ready soon, as it will allow it to achieve greater revenue in the consumer and enterprise markets.