Motorola Solutions Gives Japan’s Tourism Sector a Mission-critical boost

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Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) has successfully deployed interconnected TETRA communications at Kansai International Airport, making it the fifth major airport in Japan to adopt this mission-critical communication system. Partnering with Nippon Airport Radio Services Co. Ltd, the system enhances operational efficiency across security, operations, and baggage handling. With the reopening of Japan's borders to international tourists, the deployment supports a surge in passenger traffic, aiding in the recovery of the tourism sector. Over 9,000 TETRA radios are now operational across five major airports.

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• Deployment of TETRA communications increases operational efficiency at Kansai International Airport.
• Enhances security, operations, and baggage handling across five major Japanese airports.
• Supports recovery of Japan's tourism and aviation sectors post-pandemic with increased passenger traffic.
• Over 9,000 TETRA radios deployed, indicating strong demand for communication systems.

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Interconnected TETRA communications extended to fifth major international airport

TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) has extended the reach of interconnected communications to Kansai International Airport, the fifth major airport in the country to deploy mission-critical communications based on the TETRA standard.

Motorola Solutions with its partner, Nippon Airport Radio Services Co. Ltd, recently deployed the mission critical communication system to Kansai, following the successful integration of Narita, Naha, Haneda and Chubu international airports between 2016 and 2019.

The latest deployment comes as Japan’s tourism and aviation sectors mark an important milestone in its recovery from the global pandemic, reopening borders to international tour groups from this month.

Collectively, the five airports experience high levels of passenger traffic and the largest inflows of Japan’s international cargo. Before the global pandemic, almost 200 million domestic and international travellers transited through the airports annually.

The highly scalable, single communications system connects critical functions across the five airports including security, operations and baggage handling.

The five airports have also deployed more than 9,000 of Motorola Solutions’ ST7000, MTP6550 and MTM5200 two-way radios to support communications for the Civil Aviation Bureau’s air traffic control, runway management, airport security, ground staff, bus transit services and commercial airlines.

Yoshikazu Takahashi, president and CEO, Nippon Airport Radio Services Co. Ltd said the performance of the TETRA communications network and two-way radios had far exceeded expectations.

“Behind the scenes of any airport operation is a carefully coordinated set of activities to manage passenger flows, support on-time performance and maintain security, safety and customer satisfaction,” Takahashi said.

“Motorola Solutions’ advanced TETRA technology has helped our airports to coordinate complex operations every day as well as proving its resilience to typhoons, snow storms and other disasters on many occasions,” he said.

Motorola Solutions vice president for Asia Pacific, Steve Crutchfield, said the mission-critical communications system would meet the operational needs of Japan’s airports today and well into the future.

“With mission critical communication based on the TETRA standard, organisations can deliver and scale their services to meet increasing demands while upholding the highest levels of safety, security and productivity,” Crutchfield said.

Breaking News: Motorola Solutions’ ST7000 TETRA radio shortlisted for Critical Communications World 2022 Awards

Motorola Solutions ST7000 TETRA radio deployed by Nippon Airport Radio Services Co. Ltd across multiple international airports in Japan has been shortlisted for a Critical Communications World 2022 Award in the Best Use of Critical Communications in Transport category. The compact and easy-to-use radios are used extensively by ground staff at Kansai, Naha and Chubu international airports and help them to work more efficiently while delivering high levels of customer service.

About Motorola Solutions

Motorola Solutions is a global leader in public safety and enterprise security. Our solutions in land mobile radio communications, video security & access control and command center software, bolstered by managed & support services, create an integrated technology ecosystem to help make communities safer and businesses stay productive and secure. At Motorola Solutions, we’re ushering in a new era in public safety and security. Learn more at www.motorolasolutions.com.

About Nippon Airport Radio Services Co., Ltd (NAR)

NAR is operating airport communication of Air to Ground radio service and Airport MCA (Multi Carriers Access) radio service and contribute to the aviation industry by expanding the airport radio system and networking it to strengthen disaster prevention capabilities in the event of a natural disaster, and by performing our duties as a telecommunications carrier specializing in airports. Learn more at www.airportradio.co.jp.

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Damien Batey

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Damien.batey@motorolasolutions.com

Source: Motorola Solutions

FAQ

What recent development did Motorola Solutions announce regarding Kansai International Airport?

Motorola Solutions announced the deployment of interconnected TETRA communications at Kansai International Airport.

How many airports in Japan have now implemented Motorola's TETRA communications?

Kansai International Airport is the fifth major airport in Japan to implement Motorola's TETRA communications.

What is the significance of the TETRA communications system for Japan's aviation sector?

The TETRA communications system supports operational efficiency and security, significantly aiding the recovery of Japan's aviation sector.

How many TETRA radios have been deployed across the five major airports in Japan?

Over 9,000 TETRA radios have been deployed across the five major airports in Japan.

What are the expected benefits of the TETRA communications system for airport operations?

The TETRA communications system is expected to enhance coordination, safety, and productivity in airport operations.