The first 5G Campus Network in Greece by COSMOTE for the Athens International Airport 20/05/2021
- Pilot use case for incident management and physical security
- Utilisation of COSMOTE’s 5G live network at the airport
The first 5G campus network in Greece was created by COSMOTE at Athens International Airport for the implementation of a pilot use case for incident management and indoor or outdoor area physical security. This is the first private network in Greece with 5th generation mobile telephony infrastructure and it was based on the live COSMOTE 5G network at the airport.
Utilising the 5G campus network and through special equipment installed on a “follow me”-type vehicle, high resolution video was transmitted to the airport’s Air Support Operation Centre (ASOC) from in real-time, with zero delays, and secure transmission.
This demanding pilot use case is just one characteristic example of how the 5G campus network can be used. It can also ensure the uninterrupted operation of critical importance advanced applications that concern the organisation and operation of airport infrastructure, it can facilitate air transport, and it can drastically contribute to the improvement of the experience and service of customers, visitors, and businesses that are active in the airport community.
As stated by Mr. Alexandros Ziomas, Director, Information Technology & Telecommunications Business Unit of AIA: “The execution of our strategy focuses on the “digital airport” and we are already implementing actions in that direction. Undoubtedly, the utilisation of 5G technology capabilities in combination with the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), virtual and augmented reality applications (VR and AR), are the basic requirements for the development of applications that will allow for such a transition. Athens International Airport has always been a pioneer in adopting and implementing innovative technologies and digital solutions. Despite the difficulties caused by the pandemic, supporting the airport’s functionality in all its activities, along with continuously improving our passengers’ travel experience, remained and remains the main goal and the primary concern of the AIA..”
Mr. George Tsonis, the OTE Group’s Executive Director for Network Development & Operations, stated: “We are especially pleased to have brought another first to Greece, and to have successfully implemented the first 5G campus network in Greece, at the country’s largest airport, and that we have successfully displayed the capabilities of the network through a demanding pilot use case. The 5G campus network is a complicated project that shows how 5G can be utilised in a variety of sectors, such as industry, health, transports, “smart” cities, education, etc. 5G was first brought to Greece by COSMOTE and it is creating new prospects for the development and digitalisation of the state and businesses, and it will be the technological gate for bringing the future to the present. With technology as our ally, we create a better world for all.”
The advantages of 5G campus networks
Private mobile networks have increased security and stability, as they allow for the utilisation of a specific band, providing top quality and reliability with no interference. They support the full mobility of people, vehicles, machines, and systems, while providing complete flexibility to all future uses in other applications.
The 5G campus network has zero latency, and high data transmission capacity and throughput. It is an innovative connectivity technology solution that will significantly contribute to Greece’s digital transformation, expediting the development of next generation air transport and airport services, as well as the growth of crucial sectors of the economy, such as industry, logistics, tourism, etc.
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