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Enterprises adopting private 5G, LTE, or CBRS networks need more than encryption to stay secure. This article explains the 4 pillars of private network security: core controls, device visibility, real-time threat detection, and orchestration. Learn how to protect SIM and device identities, isolate traffic, secure OT and IoT, and choose the right vendors for a robust private network security strategy.
BMW has launched a private 5G- and AI-powered EV plant in Debrecen, Hungary, its first fully AI-controlled automotive factory. With over 1,000 robots, autonomous vehicles, and digital twins integrated across a hybrid 5G network, the site sets new standards for real-time quality control, low-carbon manufacturing, and scalable production of next-gen EVs like the iX3. Operated by Magyar Telekom, the facility is a model for smart, sustainable automotive production.
Alcatel-Lucent Enterprise has launched its first Private 5G solution in partnership with Celona. This new offering enhances secure, low-latency connectivity across enterprise environments like manufacturing plants, ports, and campuses. Integrated with ALEโ€™s OmniVista, OmniSwitch, and OmniAccess Stellar platforms, the network supports ultra-reliable industrial IoT applications and introduces advanced features like MicroSlicing, Aerloc, and Zero Trust Network Access.
Celona and stc Group have announced a strategic partnership to expand private 5G adoption in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Bahrain. This initiative enhances business efficiency through secure, scalable, and high-performance wireless connectivity. Designed for industries like oil and gas, logistics, manufacturing, and mining, the solution addresses key challenges of traditional networks, reducing operational costs and driving digital transformation.
Private 5G/LTE and CBRS networks are revolutionizing industries by enabling smarter cities, safer workplaces, and more efficient factories. This edition celebrates award-winning deployments and insights from industry leaders who are driving digital transformation. Explore real-world examples of how these networks optimize manufacturing operations, enhance supply chain visibility, and promote sustainable practices, making grids resilient and industries future-ready.

Award Category: Excellence in Neutral Host Networks

Winner: Celona

Partners: Del Conca and T-Mobile


Celonaโ€™s innovative 5G LAN and Neutral Host solutions have been recognized with the TeckNexus 2024 Award for “Excellence in Neutral Host Networks” for transforming connectivity and operational efficiency at Del Conca USA, a leading manufacturer of fine Italian porcelain tiles. By addressing the limitations of legacy Wi-Fi systems, Celona deployed a robust, scalable private wireless network that significantly enhanced coverage, mobility, and operational resilience across Del Concaโ€™s 30-acre facility. Leveraging the Citizenโ€™s Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) spectrum, Celonaโ€™s solution delivered reliable, interference-resistant connectivity, optimizing real-time data communication for Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) and forklifts, thereby minimizing production delays and improving material handling efficiency. Additionally, Celonaโ€™s Neutral Host capabilities seamlessly integrated public cellular networks through a partnership with T-Mobile, providing uninterrupted indoor and outdoor connectivity for employees. This deployment not only showcased the transformative impact of Celonaโ€™s private 5G and Neutral Host solutions on manufacturing automation but also set a new benchmark for scalable, secure, and collaborative network integration across industrial environments.
Celona has launched Aerloc, a zero trust security suite for private 5G networks, tailored to the complex security needs of Industry 4.0. Aerloc integrates IT and OT with advanced security features like SIM-based authentication, real-time policy enforcement, and IT/OT segmentation, ensuring secure, low-latency connectivity and enhanced data integrity across industrial IoT networks.
In the dynamic field of telecommunications, Verizon Business, steered by Jennifer Artley and Arvin Singh, emerges as a frontrunner in the domain of private 5G networks and enterprise solutions. This initiative is set to redefine how businesses utilize private networks, incorporating cutting-edge IoT and edge computing to unlock new possibilities. The article provides an insightful analysis of Verizon’s strategic endeavors in bolstering enterprise connectivity, facing challenges head-on, and setting new benchmarks for the industry.
In this 182nd episode of The G2 on 5G, we cover:
1. API finally gains traction as 5G mobile networks seek programmability and monetization – is Vonage positioned to capitalize?
2. AI is everywhere and in everything – an extension of CES: Intel AI PC and Qualcomm AI Hub+ New Snapdragon x80 Modem and FastConnect 7900
3. NTN and LEO satellite service continues to be hot – whoโ€™s still in front? AST SpaceMobile and Sateliot
4. The usual devices from: Honor Magic 6 Pro, Xiaomi 14 Ultra, Moto Bendable, Tecno Rollable, Lenovo Clear Laptop, Xiaomi SU7 Auto, Samsung Galaxy Ring, OnePlus Watch 2
5. Nokia finds some renewed enterprise focus with Dell Technologies in private 5G networking and more
6. Qualcomm XR Hub, Boundless AR 5G Demo, Oppo Air Glass 3 and AR contacts are back?

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