NextWave, a private network service provider
partnered with Airspan to leverage their Band
41 (2.5 GHz) spectrum capabilities to provide
uniquely wide-area private network coverage
in NewYork’s in-facility 5G coverage and urban
4G+5G transportation channels. NextWave aims to
offer seamless high-speed mobile networking for
mission-critical services.
Challenges
The required solutions to build a private WAN
infrastructure is 5G and a hybrid 4G+5G. The scope
of phase-one deployment covers large portions” of
Manhattan and surrounding boroughs, including
transportation and industrial hubs; the second
phase, will cover the entire New York metro area of
approximately 15 million people.
Solution & Benefits
AirHarmony4000 played a prominent role in the success of NextWave’s project. Airspan is one of
Airspan’s 4G outdoor products. NextWave deployed 120 AirHarmony4000 enodeB units.
NextWave’s New York metro service is one of the first private networks to prioritize seamless transitions
between in-facility 5G coverage and urban 4G+5G transportation channels. This will allow private
network users to maintain high levels of security and performance, even when they leave their facility, with
the added value of this spectrum being supported by popular smartphones and other widely available
mobile broadband devices. With NextWave’s partnership with Airspan there will be an upcomi
