Spark independent 5G trial for New Zealand

with Erickson and Redhotoperator Spark has successfully completed a proof of concept Technology Exclusive 5G (SA) on your telecom network New Zealand.

Companies have done a demonstration of an autonomous architecture (which no longer depends on LTE), Using cloud native 5G core Powered by Ericsson and running on Red Hat’s OpenShift platform.

Spark deployed its 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) network As part of the New Zealand operator’s initial work to test the capacity of the upgraded broadband It prepares for the rollout of 5G SA.

The results showed that 5G SA technology Allows for 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.

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Spark’s goal is to help you implement this test At the scale of your independent 5G network in the future and launch cloud-native digital solutions that leverage the monetization of this technology.

To explore how it works with applications and use cases, Ericsson pushed its computing capabilities to the edge and network segmentation (Network cutting) the latter to build dedicated networks that rely on the same physical infrastructure to meet the needs of each use case.

“This proof of concept with Ericsson and Red Hat demonstrates the ability of standalone 5G technology to deliver our network (…). The benefits of this technology include More opportunities and better services for our members to our customers,” he said. Nilai RathodTechnical Head the spark.

Rathod added that Spark is looking to accelerate 5G adoption Explore opportunities in Internet of Things, Smart Cities, Industrial Internet of Things and other sectors Use cases for New Zealand specific needs.

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Spark started rolling out 5G services in the country by the end of 2019, when you enable availability in selected areas of Westport, Clyde, Twizel, Tekapo and Hokitika. For this year 2023, the target of the telecom company is to be achieved 90 percent coverage in the population.

While caring Run your 5G network in multiple areas Based in New Zealand, the company believes that independent architecture will soon be ready, as it will allow it to achieve greater revenue in the consumer and enterprise markets.