5G Ecosystem
Our 5G Ecosystem offers businesses a powerful platform to develop, test, and scale next-generation digital solutions. With access to private 5G networks, edge computing, and advanced data services, businesses can explore high-performance applications in areas such as smart manufacturing, digital health, and intelligent transport. The ecosystem provides a secure, low-latency environment for real-world experimentation, helping businesses accelerate innovation and reduce time-to-market.
Through the ecosystem businesses also benefit from direct collaboration with STFC experts, tailored technical support, and connections to regional and national innovation networks. The 5G Ecosystem is designed to de-risk R&D, unlock new business models, and open doors to funding and commercial partnerships. Whether you’re building connected products or exploring new service offerings, the ecosystem provides the tools and community to help businesses thrive in the digital economy.
Our 5G ecosystem includes:
- Open 5G Boosted Network
Enhanced 5G coverage, access booster technology for better connectivity within the ecosystem. - Private 5G Network
Dedicated, high-performance private network designed for secure and reliable 5G communications within the ecosystem. - Open Private 5G Network
Dedicated, high-performance mobile open private network designed for secure and reliable 5G communications within the ecosystem. - Xdep – Hartree
A secure data logging platform for real-time IoT connections, data collection, and historical data display, enabling efficient monitoring and analysis. - IoT Sensor Lab
A dedicated lab for building, calibrating, and deploying IoT sensors for real-world applications.
Benefits
Affordable, Real-World Testing with Advanced 5G Infrastructure
businesses gain access to private 5G networks (boosted public 5G , mobile and open private 5G and fully secure private 5G), IoT sensor lab, and edge computing capabilities, allowing them to test and refine high-performance applications in a secure, low-latency environment. This accelerates product development and helps ensure solutions are market ready.
Tailored Technical Support and Collaboration Opportunities
The ecosystem connects businesses with STFC experts, researchers, and industry partners, offering hands-on support and opportunities for joint R&D. This collaborative environment helps SMEs overcome technical challenges and innovate more effectively.
Pathways to Funding and Market Access
By engaging with the 5G Ecosystem, businesses can tap into innovation funding, pilot deployment opportunities, and regional/national networks that support commercialisation. This boosts visibility and helps scale solutions into new markets.
