- Over 15 utilities already onboard as grid modernization gains industry momentum
- Anterix already holds $400M in network contracts
- Its 900 MHz spectrum covers the entire U.S., Puerto Rico, Alaska and Hawaii
Ericsson has joined Anterix’s new $250 million AnterixAccelerator program, designed to help utilities roll out private wireless broadband networks over 900 MHz spectrum. With over 15 utilities and partners involved, the initiative is a big leap toward modernizing U.S. grid infrastructure.
Why it matters
Private LTE networks are becoming essential for utilities looking to modernize their grids and boost resilience. Ericsson’s involvement adds serious wireless expertise, offering utilities a trusted path to deploy mission-critical communications systems.
Anterix already holds $400M in network contracts and its 900 MHz spectrum covers the entire U.S., Puerto Rico, Alaska and Hawaii. With Ericsson now in the mix, the utility industry has a serious tech partner to accelerate the shift to smarter, more secure grid communications.
Ericsson’s take
Dana Jaber, Vice President and Head of Utilities, Ericsson Americas said: “Private broadband networks are a key driver in the digital transformation of utilities, enabling the integration of diverse use cases. By enhancing the value of the AnterixAccelerator initiative, we are empowering utilities to own and operate these networks to meet their critical needs on security, resilience, safety and reliability.”
Launched in March, AnterixAccelerator is designed to expedite the adoption of 900 MHz private wireless networks by utilities, helping them accelerate the digital transformation of the power grid and enhance the integration of critical connected intelligence into the control room.
Anterix Active Ecosystem Program members
The Anterix Active Ecosystem Program (AAEP) has grown to include over 100 members since its launch in May 2021. These members encompass a diverse range of technology innovators collaborating to support and accelerate secure 900 MHz private LTE solutions for utilities.
Notable members of the Anterix Active Ecosystem include:
- 4RF: Specializes in providing future-proof SCADA networks to the utility sector.
- General Electric (GE): Worked with Anterix on the first FCC-certified gateway for 900 MHz, contributing to the development of private LTE solutions for utilities.
- Motorola Solutions: Brings decades of experience in mission-critical communications infrastructure and devices in the 900 MHz spectrum.
- Nokia: Offers FCC-certified radios supporting Anterix spectrum, facilitating private LTE deployments for utilities.
- Ericsson: Collaborates with Anterix to deliver cutting-edge private network solutions to electric cooperatives across the U.S.
- ADRF (Advanced RF Technologies, Inc.): Focuses on in-building wireless solutions, enhancing connectivity within utility infrastructures.
- Ubicquia: Provides network lighting controllers interoperable with Anterix’s CatalyX solution, supporting utility private LTE networks.
These members, among others, contribute to a collaborative environment aimed at developing secure and resilient private wireless broadband solutions tailored to the critical needs of utilities. The AAEP continues to expand, bringing together a broad range of technology innovators to support the utility sector’s modernization efforts.
Ed. Note: This article was written with the help of GenAI.