ESB Networks taps Sigma Wireless and Nokia for private 4G mobile network
ESB Networks has awarded a contract to Sigma Wireless and its partner Nokia for the development of a private 4G/LTE network. Nokia will work with Sigma Wireless Communications and ESB to supply and install the system over a three-year period
This purpose-built, mission-critical telecommunications network will be a key enabler for ESB Networks in delivering integration of renewable energy to the grid, decarbonisation of the electrical network and electrification of heat and transport amongst other benefits. A dedicated smart grid telecoms network forms part of ESB Networks’ innovation strategy that aims to bring many benefits to Ireland from an environmental, economic and customer perspective.
“An ever smarter and agile electricity network is key to the delivery of a more sustainable future, with the customer at its core. The purpose-built private telecommunications network now being developed will be a key enabler in delivering integration of renewable energy to the grid, decarbonization of the electricity network and the electrification of heat and transport amongst other benefits,” said ESB Networks managing director Nicholas Tarrant.
“As such, this private, reliable, and secure mobile network will be an indispensable precursor to delivering a Net Zero-ready electricity network.”
Tony Boyle, chairman, Sigma Wireless, said: “Sigma Wireless has a long history spanning back over 30 years working with ESB. We are delighted to be awarded this contract, partnering with Nokia, to be trusted to provide this state-of-the-art network which is a key enabler to help ESB to achieve its key strategic goals of decarbonisation and renewable energy. “
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