StarHub, a leading telecommunications provider, has announced a strategic partnership with the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) at the Mobile World Congress 2024. The collaboration aims to conduct joint trials and demonstrations of Open Radio Access Network (ORAN) implementation in the Future Communications Connectivity Lab (FCCLab). With support from government agencies, StarHub and SUTD are set to revolutionize Singapore’s technological infrastructure, paving the way for enhanced network agility, scalability, and innovation.

What you should know

• StarHub partners with SUTD to conduct ORAN trials in FCCLab, aligning with their DARE+ initiative and Cloud Infinity program.
• Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) and National Research Foundation Singapore (NRF) support the initiative to future-proof Singapore’s communications capabilities.
• The collaboration aims to enable more efficient development of RAN-related applications, including AI-based radio optimization and power-saving applications.
• Plans include implementing a 5G packet gateway at SUTD to bring core network elements closer to end-users, facilitating lower latency and versatile user applications.

StarHub’s collaboration with SUTD represents a significant step towards advancing telecommunications technology in Singapore. By leveraging their expertise and resources, both entities aim to foster innovation, enhance connectivity, and propel Singapore’s position as a global leader in communication technologies.