Tag Archives: Wi-Fi

Huge expansion of free public WiFi in Sunderland

Residents and visitors to the city can enjoy free, superfast and reliable Wi-Fi in many more outdoor places, thanks to Sunderland City Council and BAI Communications’ free public Wi-Fi network expansion. Free, superfast public Wi-Fi has been available at Keel Square and High Street West, since December 2019 when it was launched by Sunderland City […]

How the Toronto Public Library kept commuters entertained on TCONNECT Wi-Fi

The ‘TTC Reads’ campaign, launched by The Toronto Public Library in partnership with the TTC, saw a variety of free, curated e-books delivered to Toronto commuters. BAI’s TTC Wi-Fi network provided the connectivity needed to access the campaign microsite at all 75 Toronto subway stations. To further support the campaign’s objectives, BAI developed a custom […]

5G powered solutions on private networks are shaping the future for large-scale enterprise

For decades, innovation in cellular technology and the demand for its deployment has largely been driven by the needs of individuals. However, 5G’s capacity and, moreover, its capability to layer advanced technologies such as IoT, data analytics, and AI will be one of the greatest enablers and transformation levers for public and private enterprise we’ve […]

BAI Communications successfully tests RADWIN’s mmWave Inter-Carriage link solution, achieving a 1.5Gbps connection between train cars

Source: RADWIN RADWIN, a leading global wireless broadband solutions provider, today announced that BAI Communications (BAI), a designer, builder, and operator of communications infrastructure, successfully attained connectivity speeds of 1.5Gbps between train cars, when testing RADWIN’s TerraBridge Inter-Carriage Link solution on a Toronto subway train. BAI deployed and currently operates a Wi-Fi, cellular and IP network for the Toronto Transit […]

Smart cities need 5G-ready smart infrastructure: report

Rail commuters across the globe have made it clear that they want governments to invest in 5G networks and understand the benefits those investments will provide. More specifically, advanced mobile networks and smart technology are critical to enabling the transit services rail users expect and must be seamless and smart. These are some of BAI […]

Data-driven services make transportation safer, smarter and more efficient

Rail users around the world want data-driven services, such as safety information and real-time trip updates, to improve their commutes. They want governments and transit authorities to invest in these services and see the value of leveraging anonymized data to support them. BAI Communications’ 2020 Connectivity outlook report surveyed more than 2,400 rail users across […]

Mobile World Live interviews Group CEO Igor Leprince, who evaluates the emerging role of neutral host communications networks

Mobile World Live Publisher Justin Springham interviews BAI’s Group CEO Igor Leprince for its ‘Building the perfect 5G network’ themed week. In this interview, Igor Leprince evaluates the emerging role of neutral host communications networks in enabling next generation connectivity solutions for mobile network operators (MNOs) in the new era of 5G. Justin Springham (JS): Why […]

‘Building the perfect 5G network’ – BAI’s Group CEO speaks with Mobile World Live

Igor Leprince, Group CEO, BAI Communications, discusses with Mobile World Live’s Justin Springham the emerging role of neutral host communications networks in enabling next generation connectivity solutions for mobile network operators (MNO’s) in the new era of 5G. This interview took place in conjunction with Mobile World Live’s Themed Week series, as part of ‘Building […]

Governor Cuomo announces L Line East River tunnel first with full cellular connectivity in New York

Source: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo website Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that work has been completed to bring cellular voice and data connections in the L line tunnel under the East River. The MTA and New York- based company, Transit Wireless, has launched full connectivity so that AT&T customers are now able to use […]

World Wi-Fi Day 2020: Toronto prepares for subway Wi-Fi 6 trial

As a member of the Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA), BAI Communications is proud to be part of a collaborative ecosystem that supports new technologies to drive the industry forward. As a leading provider of neutral-host infrastructure, we are working with other members to implement the WBA’s NextGen Wi-Fi programme. This work includes trialling leading-edge technologies […]