Nokia and Hitachi Rail partner with Singapore’s LTA to upgrade railway CCTV Network
16 October 2025
Nokia has announced a partnership with Hitachi Rail to deploy its IP/MPLS and fibre Optical LAN solutions as part of an extensive upgrade to the Land Transport Authority’s (LTA) critical railway infrastructure in Singapore.
This initiative aims to bolster the city-state’s CCTV network used across its heavily trafficked railway system, which serves millions of passengers daily. The upgraded network will enable LTA to significantly improve the capacity, reliability, and security of its video surveillance system, which is vital for ensuring public safety, detecting illegal activities, and managing traffic flow across more than 50 stations.
Find out more U Mobile signs first 5G and 4G wholesale deal with MVNO Eastel
15 October 2025
U Mobile has announced a new partnership with Anchor Communications’ recently launched mobile virtual network operator (MVNO), Eastel, marking its first wholesale agreement for 5G and 4G services.
The five-year contract will see Eastel offering data, voice, and SMS services utilizing U Mobile’s extensive 5G infrastructure and existing 4G network. Additionally, U Mobile will support Eastel with key services such as international direct dialling (IDD), roaming, and mobile number portability, enabling Eastel to deliver comprehensive mobile solutions.
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Globe Teleservices partners with Cambodia’s Cellcard to enhance A2P SMS Security
14 October 2025
Globe Teleservices has announced a new partnership with Cambodian telecom operator CamGSM, better known as Cellcard, to deploy an advanced A2P (Application-to-Person) SMS firewall solution.
The fully integrated platform aims to secure A2P messaging channels and safeguard the network and its customers against the rising threat of SMS fraud, including spoofing, SIM farming, grey routes, and artificial inflation of traffic.
Find out more Earthquake disrupts internet services in Papua New Guinea’s southeastern towns
13 October 2025
Internet connectivity in the southeastern towns of Popondetta and Alotau in Papua New Guinea has been disrupted following a subsea cable break, likely caused by a recent earthquake.
Papua New Guinea’s state-owned telecoms wholesaler, PNG DataCo, reported the issue on social media, indicating a network failure on its Kumul Submarine Cable Network (KSCN) linking Madang and Alotau.
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