How does 5G work in Latvia?

On board Latvian port service provider LVR Flote’s Varma icebreaker ship, the LMT has deployed 5G connectivity that can be delivered as far as 53km from the base station. Pilot boats and floating drones are all part of an intricate system to broadcast seabed measurements and remote video transmissions.

How much money does a 5G project cost in Latvia?

It has a budget of €4 million. An investment of EUR 12.5 million for the construction of passive infrastructure on the Via Baltica corridor for 5G coverage aims to ensure 100% fibre backhaul availability along the Latvian part of the Via Baltica.

Will 5G help Latvia's border security?

Latvia has recently accused Belarus of letting illegal migrants cross into Latvia. This is an instance where border security, police, and military need to collaborate. Not all of these units would have access to the traditional military “green radio.” However, 5G has the potential to simplify coordination and collaboration at the country’s borders.

What is 5G techritory in Riga?

The 5G Techritory event in Riga was developed eight years ago to highlight this expertise and invite big names from the telecoms industry to use Latvia as a national testbed and a playground for technological innovation. He adds the country already has shared its expertise and innovations with the likes of Ukraine and Moldova.

Will 5G be deployed in the Baltic Sea?

Even months before the Baltic Sea became a hotbed for geopolitical tension, Binde says he predicted that trialing and testing 5G deployment in the Baltic Sea would be critically important. The LMT has already successfully trialed its 5G network in Baltic waters, using shore-to-ship, and ship-to-ship communication.

Is 4G a viable alternative to fixed broadband in Latvia?

Indeed, many Latvians eschew a wired broadband connection in their own home in favor of relying on 4G. According to the European Commission, as early as 2017, mobile and fixed services have directly competed, with 4G emerging as an alternative to fixed broadband, particularly in rural areas.