One SIM allows access to both domains; network supports push to talk, computer vision and real-time video
Orange has announced successful trials of a hybrid private mobile network using 5G Standalone (SA) at its premises in Arcueil, France. The network is operated by Orange and requires one SIM card which enables companies to access private and public networks simultaneously.
Orange used France’s public network for the trials, which runs on equipment from Ericsson, Nokia and Oracle Communications, with a 5G router supplied by Cradlepoint.
Orange claims the solution will have “many uses”, particularly in industry to connect equipment, objects and mobile devices, including smartphones and tablets, human-machine interfaces and autonomous vehicles.
The operator gave the example of a port (the picture shows Gdansk), where a single network could cover both office and automation needs, supporting critical activities, including welcoming the public safely and activities in the port industrial zone, for example, connecting technicians via push-to-talk, AI, computer vision, real-time video, lone worker protection and more.).
It could also link subcontractors and remote sites, host third parties and provide coverage for users beyond the site’s boundaries such as forklift drivers and freight travelling by road, river or rail.
Valérie Cussac, SVP of Smart Mobility Services at Orange Business, said the network’s evolution towards a hybrid private model can bring “major benefits” in terms of optimising production, improved experience for those operating in the field and better technology management.
“Orange mobilises its dual expertise as operator and integrator to support its customers in their transformations,” she added.
More info here (in French).