Hrvatski Telekom

From Singapore to Schiphol, airports are embracing private networks for airports alongside AI and digital twins to drive operational efficiency, predictive maintenance, sustainability, and smarter passenger flows. This article explores 12 real-world deployments showcasing how private network deployments for aviation are shaping the future of Airport 4.0 globally.
Hrvatski Telekom will deploy dedicated private 5G networks at Zagreb, Zadar, and Pula airports under a €5.6 million “NextGen 5G Airports” program co-financed by the European Commission’s CEF Digital initiative. The project was selected in a competitive CEF Digital call focused on 5G and edge for smart communities, with €3.09 million in EU grant funding and the remainder financed by Hrvatski Telekom and partners. The program targets operational efficiency, safety, and a better passenger experience through dedicated, configurable, and SLA-backed wireless infrastructure. Edge computing on or near the airport premises will enable low-latency processing for video, safety systems, and time-sensitive control.
Hrvatski Telekom’s NextGen 5G Airports project will deploy Private 5G Networks at Zagreb, Zadar, and Pula Airports to boost safety, efficiency, and airport automation. By combining 5G Standalone, Edge Computing, AI, and IoT, the initiative enables drones, smart cameras, and AI tablets to digitize inspections, secure perimeters, and streamline operations, redefining aviation connectivity in Croatia.
Hrvatski Telekom and Nokia have launched API pilot projects to accelerate 5G application development in Croatia. Using Nokia's Network as Code platform, the collaboration provides developers with streamlined access to HT's 5G network, enabling faster, innovative app creation across industries. This initiative strengthens Nokia’s API ecosystem, adding partners like Infobip and Elmo to unlock new use cases in real-time communication, teledriving, and beyond, setting a new standard for 5G-powered applications.

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