NextWave and Airspan Unveil the Next Phase of Revolutionary Private Network Expansion in Major U.S. Cities
February 26 2024 - 2:00AM
Business Wire
Airspan Networks Holdings Inc., a provider of ground-breaking,
disruptive software and hardware for 5G networks and a pioneer in
end-to-end Open RAN solutions is thrilled to announce the next
phase of an ambitious private network rollout that promises to
redefine connectivity standards across the United States.
In the first phase, NextWave achieved significant milestones by
establishing a robust foundation with 120 base stations in the New
York metro area to provide a wide area private network, a testament
to the innovative vision both companies share. As we pivot to the
next chapter, our sights are set on expanding this pioneering
network to new frontiers, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Las
Vegas, Philadelphia, and Dallas, bolstering our commitment to
delivering unparalleled communication solutions.
Central to this expansion is the strategic utilization of
NextWave's 50MHz of 2.5 GHz Band 41 spectrum, a rare and valuable
asset in today's congested digital landscape. With 20MHz dedicated
exclusively to customer use and another 20MHz earmarked for an
advanced overlay network. The overlay network is a game-changer,
designed to offer seamless, wide-area coverage akin to that
provided by major network operators (MNOs), but with the tailored
flexibility and security that only a private network can offer.
This overlay ensures that essential services such as
transportation, public safety, and critical infrastructure operate
with uninterrupted connectivity, showcasing a commitment to
reliability and performance.
Frank Cassou, President and CEO of NextWave, expressed
enthusiasm for the project's next phase, stating, "With this
expansion, we're not just building a network; we're crafting a
backbone for the future of urban mobility and connectivity. Our
dedicated 2.5 GHz spectrum allocation allows us to deliver a
service that stands in a league of its own."
Echoing this sentiment, Henrik Smith-Petersen, Chief Sales &
Marketing Officer at Airspan, highlighted the vision behind the
collaboration: "Our partnership with NextWave epitomizes
innovation. By leveraging our combined strengths, we're setting new
standards for what private networks can achieve, ensuring our
customers enjoy unparalleled service quality and reliability."
As we gear up for the upcoming event in Mobile World Congress
Barcelona, the spotlight is on this transformative project,
underscoring a shared commitment to pushing the boundaries of
technology and service.
About Airspan
Airspan Networks Holdings Inc. is a U.S.-based provider of
groundbreaking, disruptive software and hardware for 5G networks,
and a pioneer in end-to-end Open RAN solutions that provide
interoperability with other vendors. As a result of innovative
technology and significant R&D investments to build and expand
5G solutions, Airspan believes it is well-positioned with 5G indoor
and outdoor, Open RAN, private networks for enterprise customers
and industrial use applications, fixed wireless access (FWA),
Air-To-Ground, Neutral Host Networks and Utilities solutions to
help mobile network operators of all sizes deploy their networks of
the future, today. With over one million cells shipped to 1,000
customers in more than 100 countries, Airspan has global scale. For
more information, visit www.airspan.com.
About NextWave
NextWave is a private network operator, offering secure and
reliable mobile broadband services to industrial and enterprise
users through its affiliates and subsidiaries. 4G and 5G private
network offerings are delivered on 2.5 GHz Band 41, which NextWave
controls in the New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Philadelphia,
Dallas, and Las Vegas metropolitan areas. More information about
NextWave’s private network services may be found at
www.NextWave5G.com.
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