Tuesday, 25 July 2023
Between December 2023 and September 2024, Telstra, Optus and Vodafone will close their 3G networks to make room for new, faster services. The 3G network shutdown will affect vital equipment and services and the road transport sector is urged to start their transition immediately.
When 3G networks are shut down entirely, devices that rely on 3G connectivity will no longer function. To continue to operate, those devices will need to be upgraded or replaced. Commonly affected devices include:
- telematics and vehicle/asset tracking devices installed in heavy and light vehicles, as well as general assets such as trailers, generators, etc.
- traffic management signs used in school zones, intersections and freeways
- weather systems and stations
- alarms/building entry
- devices that incorporate gateway or mesh backhaul
- personal Emergency Response (PER) systems
- phones and tablets.
The shutdown will affect the large number of devices across the industry. Early transition and planning are crucial. The migration process may take months to complete, depending on the number of affected devices and the availability of installers.
New Zealand is also set to shut down their 3G services. The country will begin to close their 3G networks in August next year and will be finished with the transition towards the end of 2025.
Austroads and Transport Certification Australia have partnered with key industry players and organisations to provide high-level information on the impacts of the Australian 3G shutdown and what local government and transport industry need to do to prepare for the transition.
Join us on for a webinar on Monday 4 September 2023 at 1 pm AEST. There will be question and answer opportunities during the session.
No charge but registration is essential. Can’t make the live session? Register and we’ll send you a link to the recording.