Professional Communication Corporation-- Nedaa, the Dubai Government security networks provider, and its approved innovation carrier Esharah Etisalat Security Solutions, have commissioned Nokia to deploy a smart city solution based upon a 5G-ready next-generation network that will allow high-bandwidth voice, video and other data applications for mission-critical services and Internet of Things (IoT) applications. The extensive scope of the project consists of the supply of 5G-ready, mission-critical network consisting of detailed security solutions, core and radio access solutions, and IP/MPLS, optical and microwave backhaul network, along with professional services.

Network resources will be shared by various government companies and departments, enabling the provision of smooth connected services to address strict requirements for vital interactions. Nedaa has actually selected Esharah Etisalat Security Solutions to oversee this mission-critical network deployment by Nokia over the next 2 years.

This most current job with the Government of Dubai builds on Nokia's existing working relationship with the city. In 2001, Nokia started to deal with public safety interaction networks in Dubai, and the existing job will be a continuation to keep Dubai a safe and smart city for its residents and visitors.

Yousif Al Ali, Chief Technical Officer, Nedaa, stated: "Dubai has actually historically pioneered in supplying remarkable quality of life, and an unrivaled business and innovation development environment, inspired by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum's vision to make Dubai the happiest city in the world. Nokia has actually been an integral part of Dubai's security communications network since 2001, and the business's eagerness to adapt to our brand-new, rigid security requirements provides us the confidence to make our city the safest and smartest on the planet.".

Mansour Bu Osaiba, General Manager of Esharah Etisalat Security Solutions, stated: "We are proud to have been appointed by Nedaa to supervise this tactical job. We are anticipating working carefully with Nokia to deploy a next generation network for mission-critical and IoT services that will play a key role in making Dubai the safest and most smartest city.".

Amr El-Leithy, Head of Middle East & Africa, Nokia, stated: "The Government of Dubai's vision for producing the safest and smartest city on the planet is far-reaching, and something Nokia is proud to be a part of. Mission critical communications network is the foundation for understanding this vision, and makes it possible for public security and other IoT use cases. Nokia, leveraging its leadership position in 4G and pioneering operate in 5G, is well positioned to support the Government of Dubai in its vision making the city a model for the rest of the world.".