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What is a maritime 5G network?

New maritime 5G network set to generate 100 million yuan in revenue by the end of the 2022 In Ningde, Fujian Province, China Mobile and Huawei have built a maritime 5G network that stretches 50 km out to sea and is supporting maritime management fishing, tourism and energy applications, as well as consumer services.

How does 5G work in Fujian?

The advanced network, which uses a mixture of frequency bands, is designed to provide high-speed 5G connectivity to thousands of islands and vessels along the coastline of Fujian. Many people work offshore in the fishing, tourism and energy sectors or for public agencies involved in environmental protection and maritime management.

What is 5G marine network & how does it work?

In Ningde, China Mobile and Huawei have built a showcase 5G marine network to provide coverage up to 50 km offshore. The network employs tall radio masts transmitting over a mixture of frequency bands, supplemented by network technologies and techniques designed to optimise coverage at sea.

What is 5G in Ningde & Fujian?

In Ningde, Fujian Province, China Mobile and Huawei have built a pilot maritime 5G network that stretches 50 km out to sea and is supporting law enforcement, fishing, tourism and energy applications, as well as consumer services.