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UK’s first retrofit private 5G network goes live
The private 5G network installed at JLR’s Solihull site as part of the 5G Innovation Regions (5GIR) Advanced Manufacturing programme has now been successfully deployed. The project, which is being [...]
West Midlands secures major 5G innovation extensions, boosting manufacturing and social care
The West Midlands has secured additional funding to stay at the forefront of the UK’s digital revolution, using cutting-edge technology to boost manufacturing productivity and transform adult social care. Led [...]
EVENT: National Apprenticeship Week – Careers in Connectivity
When: 12 February 2025, 09:30 - 10:15 Where: Online Cost: Free Find out more about the exciting apprenticeship career opportunities with BT Group, Vodafone, Virgin Media O2 and talk to their apprentices on [...]
WM5G launches new era for adult social care
Up to 1,000 citizens across the West Midlands will benefit from improved social care provision, thanks to a groundbreaking collaboration between Coventry, Birmingham and Wolverhampton Local Authorities’ [...]
WM5G and TechWM launch Internet of Things and 5G Special Interest Group
Hot on the heels of Birmingham Tech Week, WM5G – the connectivity innovation business – and TechWM – the voice for the West Midlands' tech ecosystem – are delighted to [...]
WM5G welcomes new Non Executive Director Bethan Miles
WM5G is delighted to confirm that Bethan Miles has agreed to join its board as a non-executive director. Bethan brings her extensive management consulting and healthcare innovation expertise combined [...]
WM5G Extends Site Finder Service to Boost Connectivity Across the UK
WM5G is extending its pioneering service, Site Finder, to deliver more mobile connectivity to places that were previously uneconomical or very hard to deploy. Many regions struggle with poor connectivity [...]
West Midlands becomes first English region to speed-up bowel cancer screening using technology as part of pioneering Levelling Up Smart City Region programme
The West Midlands has become the first English region to screen people for bowel cancer in their local pharmacy, at home or at other local settings, using new colon [...]
Tracy Westall appointed new Chair at WM5G. Mark Stansfeld steps down after two successful terms
Tracy Westall appointed new Chair at WM5G Mark Stansfeld steps down after two successful terms Tracy Westall has been appointed as the new Chair of digital connectivity and innovation [...]
Benefits of Broadband – Social Tariffs
A staggering 4.3 million houses in the UK are eligible for Broadband 'Social Tariffs'. These tariffs are available to households in receipt of certain government benefits, however only 5.1% [...]
West Midlands wins £4m in 5G Innovation Region competition
Today the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) has won £4m to accelerate the adoption of 5G technology across the two of the region’s most important clusters – manufacturing and [...]
Everything you need to know about UKTIN Talent
UKTIN is creating a better environment for telecoms innovation in the UK, and helping to fuel wider economic growth, across all regions and devolved nations. To do that, we [...]
West Midlands remains Best Connected Region for 5G
The West Midlands Combined Authority region has been confirmed as the best connected in the UK in the latest mobile coverage study from independent telecoms analyst Umlaut. The report, [...]
WM5G to support WMCA – driving innovation in digital health as part of devolution deal
Digital innovation experts WM5G are set to play a key role supporting WMCA, and the regional health economies in improving healthcare across the region following the Government’s announcement of [...]
Blog: Helping social care professionals navigate technology-enabled care
Hello, I'm William Hallt, a digital navigator at Wolverhampton City Council. Having begun my career as a residential care worker, I have always been motivated by a desire to help [...]
Blog: We all need a plan for ageing
Hi, I’m Diane. I’m retired but I used to work for the local council delivering managed care, so I know a little bit about what the ageing process looks like. [...]
UKTIN celebrates International Women in Engineering Day 2023
The connectivity and telecoms sector has a diversity problem: only 3% of its engineers are women. UKTIN Talent - led by WM5G - aims to address this, within a [...]
WM5G sets Birmingham City Council on path to boost digital connectivity in record time
Birmingham City Council has agreed the first Open Access agreements with Telecoms infrastructure providers to use council lampposts to host so-called ‘small cells’. These add greater network coverage and device [...]
Removing roadblocks to creating 5G networks
At the end of 2021, the West Midlands was named as the best 5G region in the country, thanks to our pioneering work removing roadblocks to establishing 5G networks. [...]
How property developers are benefiting from connectivity by design
Fast and reliable digital connectivity – fibre broadband, WiFi and mobile coverage – is the third most important factor for commercial tenants when selecting a new premises after location [...]
WM5G evolves as a commercial entity having successfully established West Midlands as UK’s best connected 5G region and delivered over £200m of benefits
West Midlands 5G Limited (WM5G) – the UK’s largest 5G innovation company – has exceeded its targets in successfully establishing the West Midlands and the UK’s best connected region [...]
WM5G wins £10m tender as part of a consortium to create the UK Telecoms Innovation Network to boost telecoms R&D and innovation
West Midlands 5G Limited (WM5G) – the UK’s largest 5G innovation company – has won a £10m Government tender to create the UK’s Telecoms Innovation Network (UKTIN). WM5G won [...]
WM5G launches Black Country Digital Festival to support digital transformation for the SME Sector
West Midlands 5G (WM5G) has launched a 2-day programme to help businesses in the Black Country region discover the transformational benefits of digital technologies to drive efficiencies and growth. [...]
WM5G featured in Process Industry Informer
Ricardo Weber provides thought leadership on how optimising manufacturing processes in the digital age will impact the manufacturing sector for Process Industry Informer. Industry 4.0 is transforming the way that [...]
The Future of Building Design – Fully Funded Online Programme
Learn fast on this 2 day online full funded programme. For building design practitioners. Earn 12 CPD points. Dates: To be announced soon Each day will bring different speakers, topics [...]
West Midlands ranks highest in 5G coverage for the second year in a row
The West Midlands has been ranked highest in a 5G mobile coverage study by independent telecoms advisory company umlaut for the second year in a row. The study (5G Coverage [...]
Robert Franks featured in MobileUK’s #Talking5G Series
Robert Franks, Managing Director at West Midlands 5G has been featured in the latest instalment of MobileUK's #Talking5G Series. Roberts's contribution to the #Talking5G series explores the importance of bringing 5G [...]
WM5G appoints Joanna Seabright as Marketing Director to lead the evolution of its brand, propositions and communications
West Midlands 5G Limited (WM5G) - the UK’s largest 5G innovation company, has announced the appointment of Joanna Seabright to the new position of Marketing Director. Previously Joanna has held [...]
Andy Welch, Technical Director at WM5G explores Open access connectivity for Digital Leaders
Andy Welch offers through leadership on the future of Open access connectivity for Digital Leaders. Mobile connectivity is rapidly changing and 5G technology is fast establishing itself as a critical [...]
Ricardo Weber offers insight into manufacturings ‘Digital First Future’ for Process & Control magazine
Riccardo Weber explains how advanced connectivity using 5G networks will help manufacturers realise the benefits of industry 4.0. Industry 4.0 – the term used to describe enhanced interconnectivity and adaptability [...]
The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) installs a standalone 5G private network to help manufacturers boost productivity
https://youtu.be/7svSNT6cbq4 West Midlands 5G (WM5G) has demonstrated the results of its pioneering 5G trial in collaboration with nexGworx and its technology partners BT and Nokia at the Manufacturing Technology [...]
Chris Holmes Explores How Connectivity Can Revolutionise Transport Systems
Chris Holmes, Transport Programme Director at West Midlands 5G, explores the imperative role of 5G in transport, offering an insight into the many ways in which connectivity can revolutionise our [...]
WM5G at The UK’s 5G Showcase 2022
West Midlands 5G was pleased to be supporting and taking part in the UK's 5G Showcase hosted here in the West Midlands. At the event you will see the [...]
Unlocking creative potential with 5G
WM5G Application Accelerator project is part funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and the Midlands Engine Businesses and citizens are becoming more aware of the potential capabilities [...]
WM5G’s Chair, Mark Stanfield, looks at 5G’s role in supporting the financial post-Covid recovery for Digital Leaders
Mark Stanfield, Chair at WM5G has authored a thought leadership piece for Digital Leaders, assessing 5G's role in the post-pandemic economic recovery. Covid-19 has impacted businesses across all industry [...]
Birmingham innovators collaborate to drive 5G transformation in the region
Birmingham-based innovators West Midlands 5G (WM5G) and Sitenna are coming together to combine their skills and experience to drive technological innovation in the region. The West Midlands region is a [...]
WM5G’s Adrian Smith explores how 5G connectivity will enhance the future of care homes for The Carer
Writing in The Carer magazine, Adrian Smith has explored how 5G technology will enhance care homes in the future. As care providers, we are acutely aware that current ways of [...]
West Midlands wins £500,000 to boost regions 5G connectivity
The West Midlands Combined Authority has successfully secured £500,000 from a new £4 million government fund to further boost future connectivity in the region. The Digital Connectivity Infrastructure Accelerator (DCIA) [...]
5PRING | Supercharging industries through 5G
WM5G Application Accelerator project is part funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and the Midlands Engine The unique advantages of 5G in further automating the factory floor and [...]
5G Bootcamp – Day Two
The 5G Bootcamp is for new businesses and established SMEs who are working in the creative sector. The programme will help you understand the transformational benefits of 5G. With its lightning-fast [...]
5G Bootcamp – Day One
The 5G Bootcamp is for new businesses and established SMEs who are working in the creative sector. The programme will help you understand the transformational benefits of 5G. With its lightning-fast [...]
How 5G Will Change Our Lives Forever, and What it Means for Your Business (Part two)
The Built Environment Network event, supported by West Midlands 5G will explore how 5G will change our lives and the way we connect, forever. About This Event Tuesday 15th February [...]
How 5G Will Change Our Lives Forever, and What it Means for Your Business (Part one)
WM5G Application Accelerator project is part funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and the Midlands Engine The Built Environment Network event, supported by West Midlands 5G will explore [...]
WM5G’s £2.4m research and development funding award win covered by The Business Desk
Through the DCMS Future RAN (FRANC) competition, WM5G has been awarded £2.4m in funding for further research and development into 5G technology. Future RAN has funded a competition where £30m [...]
