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Broadband leaders and utility companies, including CTA, NCTA, and PG&E, have extended the Voluntary Agreement for Small Network Equipment through 2028. The initiative has already improved home internet device energy efficiency by 89% since 2015, and new targets aim for an additional 10% reduction by 2026. With compliance from major ISPs and device manufacturers, this industry-led effort is making home broadband more sustainable while enhancing performance.
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.
Cumucoreโ€™s deployment of a private 5G network in post-hurricane North Carolina highlights the role of advanced connectivity solutions in disaster recovery. By leveraging satellite backhaul, CBRS, and innovative collaborations, the team restored communication in disconnected regions, supporting emergency responders and affected communities. Learn how private networks are transforming disaster response with flexibility, reliability, and user-focused design.

Award Category: Excellence in Private 5G/LTE Networks

Winner: Nokia


Nokia has been recognized with the TeckNexus 2024 Award for “Excellence in Private 5G/LTE Networks” for its transformative solutions that drive industrial digital transformation. Utilizing advanced technologies such as Nokia Digital Automation Cloud (DAC) and Modular Private Wireless (MPW), Nokia delivers secure, scalable, and high-performance connectivity tailored for Industry 4.0 applications. By addressing complex operational challenges through reliable, low-latency connectivity, AI-driven automation, and robust data security, Nokia empowers enterprises to optimize efficiency, enhance automation, and foster sustainability. With deployments across over 795+ enterprise customers and 1,500 mission-critical networks, Nokiaโ€™s innovative private wireless solutions are setting new standards for connectivity, operational excellence, and industrial growth worldwide.

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.

Award Category: Private Network Excellence in Sports and Events Venue

Winner: NTT DATA

Partner: Cisco


NTT DATA, in partnership with Cisco, has transformed RAI Amsterdam into a smart, connected venue with the deployment of a private 5G network, earning the 2024 TeckNexus “Private Network Excellence in Sports and Events Venue” award. This smart venue innovation project optimizes visitor engagement, enhances operational efficiency, and supports RAI Amsterdamโ€™s sustainability goals.
As a result, RAI Amsterdam has set a new benchmark for connected venues across Europe, delivering enriched visitor experiences, real-time analytics, and comprehensive event management capabilities.

Award Category: Private Network Excellence in Mining

Winner: Ericsson


Ericsson has been recognized with the TeckNexus 2024 Award for “Private Network Excellence in Mining” for its innovative application of private 5G technology to transform mining operations. This accolade highlights Ericssonโ€™s leadership in modernizing the mining sector through high-speed, secure, and low-latency connectivity that drives safety, operational efficiency, and automation. By delivering private 5G solutions, Ericsson is redefining the mining landscape, enabling digitalization, enhancing remote operation capabilities, and promoting sustainable practices in one of the worldโ€™s most challenging industrial environments.

Award Category: Private Network Excellence in Education

Winner: InfiniG

Partner: Parkside Elementary School, Intel, AT&T, and T-Mobile


InfiniGโ€™s Mobile Coverage-as-a-Service (MCaaS) solution has earned the 2024 TeckNexus “Private Network Excellence in Education” award for its transformative impact on student safety and connectivity at Parkside Elementary in Murray, Utah. This innovative deployment, completed in partnership with Intel, AT&T, and T-Mobile, provided comprehensive in-building mobile coverage to address critical safety and communication challenges for students, teachers, staff, and parents. By enhancing secure and connected educational environments, InfiniGโ€™s solution exemplifies the potential of private networks to improve campus security and foster more connected learning experiences.
AT&T introduces the first single-box solution combining fiber and 5G for businesses, offering seamless failover to 5G during fiber outages. Launching in early 2024, this integrated gateway supports reliable, high-speed connectivity, ensuring continuous business operations with features like automatic failover, Wi-Fi 6E, and cost-effective deployment. Designed to help companies avoid productivity losses during connectivity issues, AT&Tโ€™s device is ideal for service-driven businesses with multiple locations. Learn how AT&T’s new gateway can transform your business connectivity needs.
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.

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