The Singapore Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) has granted M1 and StarHub the final 5G network licence award following the completion of the required regulatory processes. This paves the way for M1 to begin the rollout of its 5G network coverage across Singapore.
The regulatory processes involved spectrum seating and the completion of technical and legal due diligence. Through a joint decision with StarHub, M1 selected Nokia to build the radio access network (RAN) for the 5G standalone (SA) network infrastructure, leveraging the 3.5 GHz radio frequency.
M1 has also selected Nokia to build the network core of the 5G infrastructure. M1 will be looking to work with multiple network vendors for the deployment of localised networks operating in the mmWave spectrum, including Ericsson, Nokia and Huawei, based on specific use case requirements.
With high network speeds, ultra-low latency, enhanced network resiliency
and security, as well as complex end-to-end slicing*, 5G is a new
frontier in communications technology that will drive forward
Singapore’s digital economy, the company said. 5G’s hyperconnectivity and ability to carry massive connections
simultaneously will not only enable better connectivity experiences for
consumers, but will also spur further innovative journeys for the
government and enterprises.
M1 has been developing and testing the use of 5G through strategic partnerships and collaborations with various government agencies and leading players in the consumer and enterprise segments for some time. Notable examples include leveraging a standalone 5G network to livestream drone footage of the longest dragon dance at the 2020 Chingay parade and enriching the Haidilao customer experience through soup preparation and service provided by robots at Haidilao’s new smart restaurant. Most recently, M1 also established a collaboration with SGInnovate to unleash the power of 5G for deep-tech startups**, encouraging further breakthroughs and innovation in the possible uses of 5G.
On the enterprise front, M1 recently partnered with IMDA, Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) and Airbus to conduct network coastal trials of unmanned aerial vehicles at the Singapore Maritime Drone Estate, setting the base to make urban air mobility a reality for Singapore. M1 has also embarked on Singapore’s first 5G Industry 4.0 trial with IBM, IMDA and Samsung for development, testing and rollout innovative solutions for the enhancement of smart manufacturing processes.
Additionally, M1 has worked closely with key educational institutes such as Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) and Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) to develop and test various innovative applications of 5G, ranging from the first 5G cellular vehicle-to-everything (C-V2X) communication to remote operations of robots.
Manjot Singh Mann, CEO, M1, said: “The development of Singapore’s 5G network is an exciting mission that inspires and motivates all of us at M1. We are thankful for the trust that IMDA has placed in M1 and will continue to work closely together with IMDA and StarHub to deliver a successful 5G story for Singapore.
"We are already witnessing 5G’s transformational role in various sectors, such as the manufacturing, maritime and F&B industries. Coupled with further cutting-edge technology, 5G will be the backbone and drive the next bound of Singapore’s digital economy, reinforcing its position as the region’s technology and connectivity hub.”
“The 5G rollout will also enable the delivery of new, innovative products and services to consumers, enterprise and government, which will boost the economy and lead to creation of job opportunities. Future investments will be focused to keep M1 at the forefront in Singapore’s 5G ecosystem,” added Mann.
M1, a subsidiary of Keppel Corporation, is a Singapore communications company providing mobile and fixed services to over 2 million customers.
*Network slicing refers to the ability to split network resources into 'slices' dedicated to serve individual workloads.
**Deep tech is emerging technology that requires some work before commercialisation.
5g is the great solution for high speed network. It is an advanced communications technology. You are right 5G will not only provide better connectivity experiences for users infact it can boost the digital economy. I am looking for best Network services company that can help to manage the wireless networks.
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