Intracom Telecom and Open Fiber Collaborate for Italy's National Gigabit Network Expansion

Collaboration for Digital Transformation in Italy

In a significant advancement for digital connectivity, Intracom Telecom has expanded its collaboration with Open Fiber to supply and deploy Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) technology throughout Italy. This partnership aims to enhance gigabit home connectivity, ensuring reliable internet access to thousands of households.

Open Fiber has chosen Intracom Telecom’s flagship product, the WiBAS™ G5 smart-BS, as the central platform for its nationwide rollout of gigabit service. This advanced technology utilizes the 5G mmWave frequency band, promising quality service and high-speed connections to both homes and businesses. With this deployment, Open Fiber intends to position Italy as a leader in the European Union for Very High-Capacity Networks (VHCN), aligned with the objectives set forth in the EU's Digital Compass program.

The selection of the WiBAS™ G5 smart-BS was driven by its ability to meet critical performance criteria: ultra-fast connectivity, extensive range, and optimal spectrum utilization for a high subscriber density. This innovative platform supports a maximum download speed of 1Gbps and a robust upload speed of 200Mbps, delivering these capabilities across distances extendable up to 6km. Utilizing a 200MHz spectrum within the 5G mmWave frequency range (26.5-27.5GHz), Open Fiber has rigorously verified the solution's performance both in laboratory settings and real-world environments.

Francesca Parasecolo, Head of Network Engineering and Innovation at Open Fiber, expressed the significance of this partnership, stating, "This collaboration marks a critical step in our mission to enhance high-speed connectivity across Italy. Specifically focusing on rural and underserved regions, we leverage Intracom Telecom's advanced FWA technology to provide fast, reliable, and power-efficient internet access for residential and business customers alike."

Kartlos Edilashvili, Acting CEO of Intracom Telecom, highlighted the importance of the partnership in bridging the digital gap in Italy's rural areas, emphasizing that their technology is integral to extending FWA services where fiber and cellular systems might not be feasible. He remarked, "This collaboration not only reinforces our commitment to addressing the digital divide but also sets a new benchmark for FWA deployments in Europe."

The proprietary solutions offered by Intracom Telecom present a quick and economical way to enhance connectivity even in challenging areas. Their innovative technology features dynamic capacity allocation and automation to streamline terminal installations and service activation without sacrificing quality and reliability.

Intracom Telecom has maintained a significant presence in the Italian telecommunications market since 2014, with its WiBAS™ product line operational in over 50 networks globally and 10 successful implementations across Italy. The company is dedicated to advancing FWA technology and supporting Open Fiber's overarching vision for comprehensive ultra-broadband coverage nationwide.

About Intracom Telecom

Intracom Telecom has been a leading technology systems and solutions provider for over 45 years, with a strong reputation in fixed wireless access. Known for its continuous innovation in the 5G/4G wireless RAN transport and small-cell SON backhaul sectors, the company provides a wide array of revenue-generating software solutions and ICT services, focusing on IoT, SDN/NFV, Big Data analytics, and Smart City initiatives.

Furthermore, Intracom Telecom is involved in the development of integrated security systems for critical infrastructure and border surveillance, demonstrating extensive expertise and proven success in this field. Addressing the Energy and Utilities sectors, the company emphasizes smart metering solutions and comprehensive IT offerings. They cater to telecom operators, public authorities, and large public and private enterprises, maintaining dedicated R&D and production facilities as well as delivering services through global subsidiaries.