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Icomera: Pioneering 5G Connectivity in Public Transport
Technology Category
- Networks & Connectivity - 5G
- Networks & Connectivity - Cellular
Applicable Industries
- Telecommunications
- Transportation
Applicable Functions
- Logistics & Transportation
Use Cases
- Autonomous Transport Systems
- Vehicle Telematics
The Challenge
Icomera, a leading provider of integrated connectivity solutions for public transport, aimed to launch the world’s first rail-certified 5G mobile connectivity and applications router, the Icomera X5. The challenge was to find a solution that would provide reliable 4G LTE fallback where 5G networks were not yet available. The solution also needed to function across Icomera’s multiple operating regions. The goal was to create a router that could deliver the fastest, most reliable connection possible for rail operators and passengers, supporting multiple resource-intensive systems simultaneously.
The Customer
Icomera
About The Customer
Icomera is a global leader in providing integrated connectivity solutions for public transport. Headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, the company has main offices across Europe and North America. Icomera serves millions of transit passengers daily through its tens of thousands of onboard systems. The company is known for its innovative solutions that improve passenger satisfaction, safety, and operational efficiency. Icomera’s solutions are designed to make every ride time-efficient for the passenger, cost-efficient for the operator, and contribute to a smarter, greener future.
The Solution
To overcome the challenge, Icomera partnered with Telit, which offered a modem solution, including the Telit FN980 data cards. These cards not only delivered 5G connectivity but also functioned across Icomera’s multiple operating regions. The Icomera X5 leverages the Telit FN980 and Icomera’s proprietary SureWAN technology, which aggregates all available cellular capacity across multiple modems in parallel. This solution minimized the need for additional hardware to be installed on vehicles, providing a simple and cost-effective solution. The Icomera X5 has the necessary connectivity and computing power to support multiple resource-intensive systems simultaneously, including passenger Wi-Fi, onboard entertainment, vehicle telematics, and digital video surveillance.
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