Tag Archives: connectivity

What it takes to build the stadiums of the future

This blog was originally published on Forbes and was written as one in a series exploring the themes examined in our whitepaper titled ‘Technology enablers for stadiums of the future‘. Three types of networks, one foundation for connectivity Connectivity is the lifeblood of the modern stadium. Gone are the days when fans were fine with […]

How to make stadium operations smarter and more sustainable

This blog is the first in a series exploring the themes examined in our whitepaper titled ‘Technology enablers for stadiums of the future‘. For stadium operators, fans have to come first. But the foundation of an exceptional fan experience is built on a stadium’s day-to-day operations. How they keep their venues clean, safe and secure […]

Putting connectivity at the heart of smart communities

Enabling smarter cities and connected communities has been a major focus of the mobile industry in recent years. 5G has the potential to deliver the solutions and services that citizens and authorities desire. To make it happen, there needs to be a concerted effort for greater collaboration between the public and private sectors. Mobile World […]

Sydney’s public transport users know what they want: connectivity on the go

Australia’s Greater Sydney area is one of the fastest-growing regions in the Western world, not only in population numbers but also population density. That’s driving the need for more public transportation that’s fast, comfortable, efficient and meets passengers’ evolving expectations of a connected transport experience. In the last 25 years, Sydney’s population grew by 75% […]

Bringing riders back safely post-pandemic

People are on the move again with the easing of pandemic restrictions, and they have greater expectations now that public transport providers will help them stay safe and healthy in transit. Digital technologies give operators the capability to fulfill their new role as protectors of public health and help them grow ridership even beyond pre-pandemic […]

New BAI Communications research reveals intensified need for continuous connectivity among post-pandemic public transport passengers globally

BAI Communications (BAI), a global communications infrastructure provider, today published a new report revealing an intensified need for continuous connectivity on public transport systems amid the global COVID-19 recovery. In 2021, global transit passengers indicated record levels of support for government investments in wireless and fibre network infrastructure (93%), 5G networks (89%) and technology applications […]

It’s time to share: ‘performance management’ for telecommunications infrastructure and networks

Welcome to the next instalment of It’s time to share, a discussion about transitioning networks from fully owned by mobile network operators (MNOs) and broadcasters to using shared infrastructure. This article focuses on the ongoing performance benefits and intrinsic efficiencies gained by using shared infrastructure. Service assurance and high levels of network availability are key […]

Connectivity in regional Australia: challenges and solutions

Connectivity is critical for economic growth and social sustainability. It is becoming increasingly significant in our everyday lives and is an enabler that has profoundly changed how we live, work and stay connected with family and friends. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, including mandated isolation and social distancing, the shift of essential services such as health, […]

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 […]

5G and shared infrastructure: the future of public transport connectivity

As the first blog of this series (‘How 5G will transform rail transport’) explored, the next generation of connectivity will deliver advanced network capabilities. These capabilities include 5G wireless and edge computing, which will help provide the connected services people and businesses demand. While most network providers’ 5G deployments have focused on adding more network […]