Barcelona, Spain–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#5GNTN– Mavenir cloud– Native network infrastructure providers building the future of networks continue their pioneering leadership in open RAN. 5G New Radio (NR) Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) Solutions. The latest effort is to integrate satellite connectivity for Open RAN terrestrial networks, thereby enabling seamless connectivity of users across satellite and terrestrial networks.The project is distributed under collaboration We are partnering with Terrestar Solutions, a Canadian-based satellite operator.
Satellite operators are proactively exploring ways to leverage 5G NTN capabilities within their network topologies to expand coverage and capacity in areas where traditional terrestrial networks may not be economically viable or practical. We are considering. Terrestar launches new narrowband IoT (NB-IoT) services to the market and evolve to a full 5G Direct to Device (D2D) service by 2025. As the technology supplier of choice, Mavenir provides the enabling 3GPP standards-compliant core and O-RAN interface technologies. Open RAN implementations compliant with O-RAN Alliance specifications are driving the deployment of open, intelligent, and secure networks for both mobile and satellite network owners.
Jacques LeDuc, President and CEO of Terrestar Solutions, announced: “This partnership aims to develop interoperable standards that seamlessly link multi-orbit satellite systems, ground infrastructure and mobile devices. This is a vital step towards ensuring that consumers can continue to enjoy the full benefits of their products, with direct benefits for both the industry and consumers.”
Pardeep Kohli, CEO of Mavenir, said: “Mavenir’s O-RAN is built on the ETSI O-RAN 3GPP R.17 standard and allows for rapid and seamless integration of terrestrial and satellite service points. Together, we are demonstrating the incredible flexibility that is possible through this standard and technology. Open RAN deployments go beyond the possibilities of traditional RAN software builds and enable unprecedented levels of connectivity for consumers and industry. It has demonstrated clear potential for
About Telestar Solutions
Terrestar Solutions Inc. is a Canadian mobile satellite operator in the race to provide direct-to-device satellite services to smartphones and IoT devices, enabling connectivity anywhere in Canada. We are committed to fostering an evolving standards-based open network ecosystem that enables mobile network operators to deliver ubiquitous communications services. Thanks to the Echostar T1 satellite, its terrestrial network infrastructure, and mobile satellite spectrum, Terrestar connects Canadians from almost anywhere in the country, even in Canada’s most remote regions, through its Strigo Mobile Satellite Service (MSS) . Strigo services also support non-profit and indigenous organizations. This is a testament to our strong commitment to the welfare and development of the communities we serve. For more information, visit www.terrestarsolutions.ca, contact media@terrestarsolutions.ca or follow us on LinkedIn.
About Mavenir
Mavenir is building the future of networking with cloud-native, AI-enabled solutions that are green by design, enabling carriers to realize the benefits of 5G and enable intelligent, automated, and programmable networks. An Open RAN pioneer and proven industry disruptor, Mavenir’s award-winning solutions enable automation and monetization across mobile networks around the world, with over 300 customers in over 120 countries. More communications service providers are accelerating their network transformation with software. Subscribers worldwide. For more information, please visit www.mavenir.com.
contact address
Telestar spokesperson:
victoria ohlers
telestar solutions
vicki.ollers@terrestar.ca
Mavenir spokesperson:
Emanuela Spiteri
pr@mavenir.com