S5 Episode 17: Journey to the Future: How 5G Technology is Changing Rail Networks with Nokia

When you settle into your seat on your next rail journey, see if you notice small towers dotted along the journey right next to the track. These are GSM-R base stations - a private GSM network for rail operators. Launched in the UK around 2007, the technology is based on the GSM mobile standard, and GSM-R suppliers have committed to support this system until 2030. So what’s the future of rail communications? Enter the Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS) using the latest 5G te...