In the same way that 4G at home is allowing you to have high-speed Internet in areas where there is hardly any coverage ADSL, 5G will improve conditions for those who depend on mobile networks. For this reason, Orange has launched a new test in Spain with a wireless broadband system.
5G deployment through FWA in Lugo
The rollout of the new 5G coverage has taken place in Castro de Rey (Lugo), and has been carried out by Orange and Ericsson. To do this, they have installed a 5G node (gNodeB) co-located with an LTE node (eNodeB) to provide service in that area to the Agroamb company.
This display of Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) aims to provide the same services as through a fixed fiber optic connection, but through mobile connectivity. With this, access to the latest technologies is facilitated to companies located in remote areas. With 5G, coverage, speed, user experience, and quality of content improve.
Thus, in very isolated areas, such as a mountainous town that do not have fiber optic deployments yet, you can enjoy the best connectivity. In these areas there may also be a multitude of wireless devices to control irrigation systems or even machinery remotely, which can be monitored from the same place and without having to deploy any cable.
Better than technologies like WiMAX
The FWA therefore presents an excellent alternative to other wireless technologies such as WiMAX. Access is faster and easier, with lower deployment costs and greater customization, which is ideal for operators who want to minimize costs, but maximize profits.
This pilot test is part of the 5G National Plan, which includes 5G connectivity pilot projects that it executes Red.es, driven by the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Digital Transformation and co-financed with the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). With this type of tests they seek to stimulate and promote the digital economy, where all the steps of the production process can benefit from digitization to reduce costs and improve management.