Dubai, 13 November 2024 – e& UAE, the telecom division of e&, has signed an MoU with Dubai Airports to explore the implementation of a 5G Private Network, marking the region’s first deployment of private 5G in an airport. This collaboration aims to enhance airport operations, optimize luggage handling, streamline passenger flow, and improve shopping experiences through high-speed, seamless connectivity.
The 5G Private Network will boost operational efficiency at Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC) by supporting automated passenger management systems and improving ground service operations, reducing costs and congestion. This advanced network also ensures enhanced security through SIM-based authentication, enabling smooth, uninterrupted connectivity across all airport areas.
Fadi Shannah, VP of Enterprise Sales at e& UAE, commented, “This partnership with Dubai Airports is a transformative step in optimizing operations at one of the world’s busiest airports. With 5G, we are setting new standards in connectivity, aiming to enhance guest experience and operational excellence.”
Omar Binadai, Chief Technology and Infrastructure Officer at Dubai Airports, added, “We’re excited to explore 5G’s potential to improve processes and elevate the guest experience, shaping the future of innovation at Dubai Airports.”
Following successful trials in the oil and gas sector with ADNOC, e& UAE is ready to apply its 5G expertise to the aviation industry, with plans to finalize deployment and business models for the 5G network in the coming months.
