Glasgow Airport has become one of the most highly connected transport hubs in the UK with the installation of 5G, thanks to a new project in partnership with in-building cellular solutions specialist, Exchange Communications.
The project saw Scottish firm, Exchange Communications upgrade one of Scotland’s busiest airports with the next generation in connectivity technology with 5G, which will boost connection and download speeds across the airport, and smart-enable the building, connecting vital services to the Internet of Things (IoT).
Exchange Communications installed the multi-carrier project, using the latest in-building technology for mobile coverage.
Tom Sime, CEO at Exchange Communications, said: “This is a hugely significant project for the airport, which will result in real benefits for its passengers, staff and operators alike who demand faster connections, quicker streaming and responsive technology.
“Glasgow is one of Scotland’s busiests airports so it is great to see it leading the way in the industry, delivering a fast and well-connected experience.
Delivering a highly-connected environment for passengers, the airport teams and the ecosystem of suppliers that support the airport was a key objective.
“From social media ‘check ins’ to touching base with family, downloading boarding passes and planning their onward journey, we know connectivity is key, and with the 5G installation it will be smarter and faster than ever before.
“Not only will this work enhance connectivity today, it will future-proof the site for the adoption of further smart building technologies in the years to come. Glasgow Airport will truly be an airport of the future.”