The Port of Tyne has signed a £1.159 million contract with South Tyneside Council to develop a private 5G network across the port.
Through the use of 5G platforms, this project will seek to demonstrate how better digital connectivity can help drive growth. This includes using 5G cameras and Internet of Things (IoT) sensors to inspect port facilities, increasing efficiency and reducing fuel usage.
The Port of Tyne provides tailored services to the green energy sector, supports leading companies in their automotive transition, handles specialized bulk and containerized products alongside delivery logistics, and provides regionally important international We believe that our mission is to help increase the number of passengers through passengers. Terminal. Overall, the port adds £700m to the North East’s economy and as one of the UK’s largest trust ports it is calculated that she supports 11,000 jobs directly and indirectly. I am. It is said to be completely self-funded and run on a commercial basis, with all profits being reinvested into facilities on the River Tyne.
In June 2022, BT won the rights to install a new 5G private network and other surveillance and smart technology to advance the Port of Tyne’s ambitions to become a world-class ‘smart port’. Building on its in-house capability, the 2050 Maritime Innovation Hub, the port has implemented a BT Hybrid Fiber, 4G and 5G private network to create a future-proof digital technology infrastructure.
Digital transformation is at the heart of the Port’s 2050 Strategic Plan. His 5G connectivity in real-time means he can obtain commercial information and enable data-driven decision-making, increasing efficiency across the business and benefiting customers and the operations of the port itself.
The funding is part of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology’s (DSIT) 5G Innovation Region (5GIR) grant of £37m, of which seven North East local authorities (LA7) have successfully bid to provide port support. won over £3.7 million. Tyne project, and three of his other 5G and advanced wireless connectivity projects across the Northeast.
These activities support 5G and advanced wireless connectivity as key elements of the regional digital strategy to build on the region’s key strengths. In addition to 5G-enabled port operations, it also includes connected intelligent transportation systems. 5G compatible event production and 360 degree live broadcast. Advanced wireless sensor technology on farms.
The 5GIR project at the Port of Tyne has the official aim of “driving innovation and unlocking opportunity” for economic growth. Aiming to set an industry-wide precedent, we will work to help ports across the country move forward with plans to go fully electric and reduce their environmental impact, while strengthening their competitiveness and improving safety.
The Port of Tyne believes that by moving to a 5G hub it will reap “numerous” benefits that will improve operational efficiency, safety and sustainability across its operations. Expected benefits include increased competitiveness, faster data transfer rates, lower latency communications, enhanced automation and robotics, improved safety and security, remote control, and environmental monitoring.
Commenting on the announcement, Joe North, Director of Technology and Transformation at the Port of Tyne, said: We have already invested in a private 5G network across the port and this contract further strengthens our ability to deliver transformative opportunities for sustainable growth, across North and South Tyneside. will benefit the community.
“Streamlining operations, improving safety and sustainability are just some of the benefits this project will bring. Seamless connectivity will enable us to connect transport companies, logistics providers and regulatory bodies around the world. It will enable more effective collaboration to address global challenges such as climate change and cybersecurity threats.”
Cllr Tracey Dixon, leader of South Tyneside Council, said: “Connecting residents to jobs is one of the five key objectives of the South Tyneside Vision 2023-2043, and Our aim is to give people access to quality jobs, skills and learning.” The project will help grow the port, maritime and creative industries across the region, providing more employment opportunities for residents. ”
Patrick Melia, Chief Executive of Sunderland City Council and Lead Digital Officer for the North East Integration Authority, said: Leverage 5G networks to enhance port operations, competitiveness, and opportunities.
“This is not only important for the port and the wider Northeast region in terms of establishing a national center of excellence for the development and deployment of 5G, but also because advanced digital connectivity has economic and social implications. , and for the broader industry in accelerating the impact on well-being” through rapid adoption and scale-up across key sectors. ”
