EE has launched the UK’s first live 5G trial site in Montgomery Square, Canary Wharf.
It has partnered with Canary Wharf Group – run by chief executive George Iacobescu – to install the next generation of mobile technology.
The first phase will target hotspots across the UK – the places that have the greatest number of people using the most mobile data. Typically, 150,000 people come to the Canary Wharf estate every day.
EE will make 10 more sites live for consumer and business technology trials in east London later this month.
During the trial, Canary Wharf Group will also be launching Wood Wharf, a new mixed-use development designed for residential, retail and London’s technology businesses.
Mark Nallen, head of technology and innovation, Canary Wharf Group, said: “Staying at the forefront of connectivity and new technologies is critical to our community, and that’s why we’re partnering with BT Group to support delivery of 5G.
“The consumers who live and work here will benefit from being better connected, and the enterprises based here will have the chance to partner with BT Group to understand the full capabilities of 5G.”
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