Transforming remote mining operations
27 May 2025
Banpu, a prominent coal and gas mining enterprise in Southeast Asia, operates vast, remote mining sites where traditional communication infrastructure is often unavailable. These conditions posed significant challenges for asset management, safety monitoring, and environmental oversight. To address these issues, Banpu sought an innovative, scalable wireless solution capable of supporting real-time operations across sprawling, inaccessible terrains.
Read the full article Operations at India’s second largest port gets a boost with 10Gbps lasers
23 May 2025
In bustling Maharashtra, lies one of the nation’s most critical infrastructures – India’s second-largest port. This vital gateway to global trade has long faced a challenge that many might find surprising in our hyper-connected world: reliable, high-speed internet connectivity.
A port city’s predicament
The port’s sprawling setup teems with activity, where massive ships dock daily, bringing goods from around the world. Heavy duty trucks rumble and weigh down on roads, creating a constant flow of traffic. Amidst this hive of activity sits an admin building – the nerve center of operations. Just a stone’s throw away is the port’s hospital, a crucial facility for the thousands who work here.
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Singapore’s Mass Rapid Transit (SMRT) network gets future-ready coverage
14 April 2025
Since its inception in 1987, the Singapore Mass Rapid Transit (SMRT) network has served as the backbone of the city’s public transportation system, carrying millions of passengers annually.
The North-South and East-West Lines (NSEWL), the oldest and most heavily trafficked routes, were in need of a comprehensive modernization to meet growing passenger demands. This renewal project — the largest ever undertaken on a live MRT system — aimed to increase train frequency, enhance passenger capacity, and improve the commuter experience. A key component of this initiative was the deployment of robust cellular connectivity, ensuring seamless mobile communications for passengers across underground platforms and tunnels.
Read the full article Enhancing connectivity on Ho Chi Minh City Metro Line 1 with EPIC DAS
14 April 2025
The Ho Chi Minh City Urban Railway is a transformative initiative aimed at modernizing transportation in Vietnam’s busiest metropolis. At the heart of this ambitious project is Metro Line 1, a 19.7km rapid transit line featuring 2.6km of underground tracks and 17.1km of elevated rail. Construction began in 2012, and the line was opened in December 2024. Designed to integrate urban communities and support economic growth, Metro Line 1 is set to revolutionize mobility in Ho Chi Minh City. However, ensuring seamless network coverage posed a significant challenge.
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