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Motorola signs $60M deal to enhance NSW emergency services network

Tue, 23rd Aug 2022
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NSW Telco Authority has awarded Motorola Solutions a five-year contract extension to support and enhance the state's Public Safety Network.
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What 5G means for first responders

Fri, 22nd Jul 2022
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5G technology is set to revolutionize emergency response, providing real-time intelligence, advanced communication, and improved services for first responders.
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International Telecommunication Union to help nations with emergency comms

Tue, 24th Mar 2020
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ITU develops guidelines for national emergency telecommunication plans amidst COVID-19 pandemic. Speed and efficiency crucial for disaster response.
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Fujitsu completes Tassie emergency services upgrade

Mon, 9th Dec 2019
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It allows for real-time sharing of incident details, resource location, hazards, and warnings as well as status tracking between agencies.
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Commerce Commission seeks to upgrade NZ's emergency calling code

Fri, 13th Sep 2019
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New Zealand regulator proposes rules to protect consumers during power cuts as country shifts to new telecom technologies.
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Vertel partners with Beaconsim to aid AUS emergency services

Fri, 21st Jun 2019
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Vertel and Beaconsim are partnering to bring advanced radio command and control simulators and communications training to Australia's emergency services.
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Motorola signs $261M deal to upgrade Victoria emergency services network

Tue, 24th Apr 2018
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Motorola signs AU$261m contract to upgrade radio networks for Victoria's first responders, extending existing deal.
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Fujitsu creates $17m dispatch system for Tasmania Police

Mon, 30th Oct 2017
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Fujitsu has launched the first phase of a USD $17 million dispatch system for Tasmania Police, aiming to boost emergency response efficiency and safety.
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Wireless broadband in public safety market expected to soar

Fri, 6th Nov 2015
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The global wireless broadband in public safety market is set to reach $22.9bn by 2020, according to a new study.
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New emergency alert system via text for Southlanders

Wed, 6th May 2015
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Emergency Management Southland is urging Southland residents to sign up to a text alert system, which will provide warnings directly to mobile phones.
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Facebook joins the fight against Ebola with three initiatives

Fri, 7th Nov 2014
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Facebook launches trio of initiatives to combat Ebola, including donations, education, and communication aid for West Africa.
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Minister orders investigation into 111

Fri, 26th Feb 2010
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The government has launched an investigation in the failure of some emergency 111 calls in Auckland this morning.
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New Web site to support emergency services when minutes matter

Mon, 19th Oct 2009
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The Web site allows Kiwis to check and confirm that the emergency services have the right details on how to find them.