broadband | 2024-03-29
Testing is carried out using VGR’s SIM cards in the existing radio and core network infrastructure, and conversely with MSB and Swedish Transport Agency’s SIM cards.
The Västra Götaland Region (VGR), the Swedish Transport Agency and the Swedish Regional Safety Board (MSB) are at the starting point for 5G network connectivity.
The Västra Götaland Region (VGR), the Swedish Transport Agency and the Swedish Regional Safety Agency (MSB) are currently considering the possibility of connecting their 5G networks. This will allow MSB and Swedish Transport Agency’s connected devices (mobile phones, computers, etc.) to use his VGR’s 5G network and vice versa.
The main goal of this technology collaboration was to understand what challenges may arise and how to achieve a seamless experience for end users moving between different coverage areas of VGR, MSB and Trafikverket. to have a common understanding of how this can be minimized.
Testing is carried out using VGR’s SIM cards in the existing radio and core network infrastructure, and conversely with MSB and Swedish Transport Agency’s SIM cards. Initial testing will begin in the second quarter of 2024.
The news comes as the Swedish Civil Contingency Agency (MSB) has procured a 5G core network from Ericsson to develop Rakel G2, Sweden’s critical communications network for public safety and emergency services, including defense purposes. This follows the announcement made in February.
