The company says the deployment is the first of its kind for the ČEZ Group
Vodafone has launched Europe’s first 5G mobile private network (MPN) at the Temelín Nuclear Power Plant in Czechia. The network, created for the energy company ČEZ Group, is part of a pilot project, currently covering outdoor areas and specific sections of the plant.
The new 5G MPN is designed to replace traditional walkie-talkie communications at the plant, and support advanced tools like augmented reality glasses for the technicians.
“By being entirely independent from the public network, our private 5G solution ensures that all user data and infrastructure are securely managed within the power plant’s own systems, which is vital for maintaining the highest standards of safety and reliability,” said Violeta Luca, CEO of Vodafone Czechia in a statement.
“This technology is a key enabler in advancing the secure digitalisation of such critical infrastructure,” he continued.
Bohdan Zronek, Member of the Board of Directors and Director of the Nuclear Division of ČEZ confirmed that Temelín is “the first nuclear power plant in Europe to actually test a private 5G network, while other European operators work mostly with 4G.” The project at Temelín follows a similar deployment by Vodafone at Škoda Auto’s production plant, where a 5G MPN has enhanced automated processes and machine communication. Vodafone has also launched private networks in Germany, Italy, and Ireland. Vodafone deploys 5G private network at Czech nuclear power plant
