The Ultimate Guide to Wireless Networks
A curated UK edition of IndustrialDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Wireless Networks.
What to know about Wireless Networks
Wireless Networks form the backbone of modern connectivity, enabling seamless communication across myriad devices and locations without the constraints of physical cables. This expansive field encompasses technologies like Wi-Fi, 5G, and private networks, driving digital transformation in industries from healthcare to transportation.
Our curated stories delve into the evolution and application of wireless networks, showcasing advancements such as AI-powered management, integration with Internet of Things (IoT) devices, the surge in 5G deployments, and enhanced security measures. Readers will gain insights into how organizations leverage wireless networks for improved efficiency, the challenges of maintaining secure and reliable connections, and the emerging trends shaping the future of connectivity.
Explore how wireless networks are reshaping urban environments, enabling smart cities, supporting drone communications, and providing robust infrastructure for education and aged care. Whether you're a technology enthusiast or a business professional, these stories highlight the critical role wireless networks play in our increasingly connected world and why understanding their developments is essential for staying ahead.
UK Wireless Networks News
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Tarana & Scot-Tel-Gould launch 6 GHz trial in Aberdeen
Rural broadband could get a boost as the Aberdeen-area test examines whether shared 6 GHz spectrum can lift capacity without disruption.
Bewley Homes extends UK Connect partnership for sites
Reliable site access is set to keep Bewley Homes' growing developments connected from day one as it renews a decade-old UK Connect tie.
Millions hit by roaming charges on UK coast & borders
More than 5 million Britons have been caught out by phones latching on to foreign signals at home, risking unexpected bills.
Antevia wins JOSCAR supplier status for private 5G
The listing gives Antevia a quicker route into tightly controlled UK supply chains, easing procurement for its private 5G network offering.
Panduit launches second-generation Class 4 power system
The updated platform could cut copper use and space needs for enterprises by centralising backup power and supporting longer cable runs.
Tesco Mobile completes 65 upgrades across Greater Manchester
Customers in busy parts of Greater Manchester should see fewer dropped calls and faster data after 65 upgrades covering more than 14,000 postcodes.
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Recent Wireless Networks News
NGMN backs MRSS as baseline for 5G-to-6G migration
Operators want to avoid costly 6G roll-outs, with NGMN saying any migration path must minimise hardware changes and complexity.
AI adoption puts pressure on campus and branch networks
Most organisations are unprepared for AI traffic surges, with 73% expecting campus and branch network capacity limits within two years.
Transatel joins 5GAA in push for connected mobility
Connected cars are becoming core infrastructure for updates and safety, and Transatel's 5GAA entry puts it into standards talks shaping that shift.
Cisco & McLaren extend partnership across racing & AI
The renewed deal will keep Cisco's networking and security tools embedded in McLaren's race operations as the teams push into AI.
Verizon outlines AI-driven roadmap for autonomous networks
Verizon has outlined its strategy to build AI-driven autonomous networks that can identify, diagnose and resolve issues with limited human intervention.
Vertiv launches desktop PowerUPS 100 range in EMEA
Short outages can now be covered for home offices and retail tills, as the compact range targets small devices across EMEA.
GSA says private mobile network deployments top 2,000
Adoption of dedicated LTE and 5G systems is accelerating, with manufacturing still dominant and 5G now taking more than half of new projects.
Extreme expands AI networking platform with Agent ONE
Customers can now manage mixed-vendor networks and security from one platform as Extreme adds third-party device support and AI agents.
HPE adds autonomous networking functions to Mist & Aruba
Automatic remediation and capacity tuning in HPE Mist and HPE Aruba Central aim to cut outages and lighten IT teams’ workload.
Extreme launches Wi-Fi 7 access points for indoors
Customers in healthcare, education and venues can add Wi-Fi 7 capacity without major power or switching upgrades, Extreme said.
R2 Wireless & Centinus test integrated counter-drone system
Live Navy trials are testing whether passive detection and autonomous response can help operators track small drones faster and with less manual burden.
MathWorks adds AI copilot tools to MATLAB & Simulink
Embedded software teams will gain grounded AI support for code analysis and model debugging as MathWorks rolls out R2026a updates.
Uswitch warns of mobile signal disruption at London Marathon
Crowds of more than 59,000 runners and spectators could leave phones struggling with calls, data and live tracking along the route.
SITA launches managed airport network service with HPE
Airports could cut downtime and costs as SITA takes over network operations across terminals, hangars and airline centres using HPE technology.
Wilson brings shipboard mobile coverage to Mercy Ships
The hospital ship will gain reliable cellular service for crew and volunteers, easing care coordination and family contact across African ports.
Zen partners eero on business WiFi across full fibre
Nearly half of UK small firms say poor in-building WiFi is undermining full fibre, costing them around 11 hours a week in lost productivity.
MetTel launches connected laptop service for enterprises
Enterprise IT teams could cut deployment delays as MetTel’s new service ships laptops preloaded, connected and supported across mobile networks.
Wireless Broadband Alliance sets Wi-Fi security rules
Rogue access points, credential theft and privacy breaches are the main threats the new guidelines aim to reduce across public and enterprise Wi-Fi.
Cisco says Wi-Fi spend shifts to growth as AI bites
Rising AI traffic is pushing firms to treat wireless upgrades as a growth bet, with most planning bigger budgets and faster refreshes.
AEM Networks rebrands amid growing AI testing demands
As AI workloads strain bandwidth and reliability, the renamed unit is widening its testing range to cover faster, more software-defined networks.