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NEC Awarded Telecom Infra Project “Requirements Compliant Bronze Badge” for Disaggregated 400G transponder solution

TOKYO, Nov 10, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) has been awarded two Requirements Compliant Bronze Badges from the Telecom Infra Project (TIP) for deploying its Network Operating System on TIP's defined open and disaggregated, optical new window400G transponder solution known as Phoenix. The software layer also provides open and standard Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and an API based on OpenConfig, which is compliant with the requirements defined by the Mandatory Use Cases for SDN Transport (MUST) project group within TIP. NEC's disaggregated 400G Transponder solutionTIP is a global community of companies and organizations that work together to develop, test and deploy open, disaggregated, and standards-based solutions. The Phoenix solution was defined by TIP's Open Optical and Packet Transport (OOPT) project group, which is an operator-driven initiative for the development of open technologies, architectures and interfaces in the Optical and IP networking domain. Phoenix is the result of operators NTT, Telia, Telefonica, Vodafone, Deutsche Telekom and MTN collaborating closely throughout development, from specifying the technical requirements to evaluating solution compliance through TIP's test and validation process. The MUST group, which also includes additional operators Telecom Italia, Turkcell, Orange and China Mobile, defines target architecture and technical requirements for SDN based transport networks. For this particular initiative, the group defined the technical requirements for supplier Open Optical Terminals control and management API constructs based on OpenConfig data models. Phoenix is a white box L0/L1 transponder that operators can deploy on their existing optical line systems to increase network capacity. It is based on disaggregated hardware and software components and is capable of line interface speeds of 400G. NEC's solution consists of the NEC Network Operating System (based on Goldstone open-source software) running on Wistron's Galileo Flex-T hardware, and is interoperable with various transceivers that are compliant with OpenROADM and OIF specifications.NEC's disaggregated 400G Transponder solution"NEC has further bolstered its commitment to the development of the open and disaggregated ecosystem with the Phoenix optical transponder, which is part of the "SpectralWave WX Series" of our All Optical Network portfolio," said Sou Satou, Senior Director, Network Solutions Business Division, NEC Corporation. "Our continued activities within TIP remain a priority for us, and this badge award will greatly support deployment of our open products to the optical transport market.""Phoenix is an exciting initiative in the optical network domain and we are pleased to see the first solutions achieving TIP Requirements Compliant Bronze Badges," said Hanson Tuang, Connectivity Technologies and Ecosystems Manager at Meta, and TIP OOPT Technical Lead. "It provides a flexible model for operators to increase network capacity over their existing systems, and we look forward to more Phoenix solutions getting listed on the TIP Exchange."About NEC CorporationNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of "Orchestrating a brighter world." NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. For more information, visit NEC at www.nec.com. Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

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NEC becomes First Vendor to be Awarded “Requirements Compliant Bronze Badge” for 5G Open RAN Radio Units in Latest Published TIP Requirements 2.1

TOKYO, Oct 27, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - NEC Corporation (TSE: 6701) has been awarded a Bronze Badge from the Telecom Infra Project (TIP), this time for complying with the requirements for TIP's OpenRAN RU Technical Requirements Document 2.1.TIP is a global community of companies and organizations that work together to develop, test, and deploy open, disaggregated, and standards-based solutions that deliver the high-quality connectivity that the world needs - now and in the decades to come. This updated, comprehensive list of technical requirements for Open RAN is built on the valuable work from the operator signatories of the Open RAN MoU Group (European telecom operators Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Telefonica, TIM, and Vodafone) and others.NEC is an Open RAN market leader with its end-to-end Open 5G solutions, system integration capabilities, and deployments with its signature 5G radio offering. With this award, NEC demonstrates compliance with the TIP OpenRAN project group's recently approved R2.1 RU requirements for a further 12 5G radio units (RUs), which meet O-RAN standards. These TIP OpenRAN-compliant RU products are available for Single Band RRH and Dual and Triple Band RRH and can be deployed for use, particularly in dense urban environments which require high performance and high coverage.NEC is an active participant in several consortia looking to drive technology requirements and standards for Open RAN and is the first global 5G supplier to have live deployed 5G massive MIMO radio units that are OpenRAN compliant. TIP is comprised of hundreds of companies, including service providers, technology suppliers, systems integrators, and more, who collaborate to ensure the proliferation of open, disaggregated, and standards-based solutions to deliver global connectivity and fully realize the potential of a connected world.NEC was previously awarded its second TIP ribbon for complying with the requirements for TIP's OpenRAN RU Technical Requirements Document 2.0. for three of its 5G massive MIMO Open RAN Radio Units (i.e., MB5440, 5450, and 5460 units). The award of the third TIP ribbon showcases NEC's expanding offering of TIP OpenRAN-compliant products."NEC's contribution to the development of open standards for 5G is part of our commitment to the whole industry. The fact that many of the major wireless providers have chosen NEC over the last 18 months demonstrates that our contribution is clearly making a difference," said Alla Goldner, Director of Strategy Open Standards, NEC. "Our investment in Open RAN activities is an ongoing priority for us, as additionally illustrated by our Plugfest participation.""NEC is among the first Radio Unit manufacturers to have proven product compliance against TIP's OpenRAN RU Technical Requirements Document 2.1," said David Hutton, Chief Engineer, TIP. "The TIP community is driving the productization of Open RAN and we certainly welcome and encourage the level of engagement shown by NEC, and their contribution to shaping Open RAN innovation. We look forward to seeing more vendor solutions like these listed on TIP Exchange."About NEC CorporationNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of "Orchestrating a brighter world." NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. For more information, visit NEC at www.nec.com. Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

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NEC Awarded “Requirements Compliant Ribbon” for 5G massive MIMO Open RAN Radio Units for Latest Published TIP Requirements 2.0

TOKYO, Feb 28, 2022 - (JCN Newswire via SEAPRWire.com) - NEC Corporation (TSE: 6701) has been awarded its second ribbon from the Telecom Infra Project (TIP), this time for complying with the requirements for TIP's OpenRAN RU Technical Requirements Document 2.0. This updated, comprehensive list of technical requirements for Open RAN is built on the valuable work from the operator signatories of the Open RAN MoU Group (European telecom operators Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Telefonica, TIM and Vodafone), and others. NEC is an active participant in several consortia looking to drive technology requirements and standards for Open RAN and is the first global 5G supplier to have live, deployed 5G massive MIMO radio units that are OpenRAN compliant. TIP is comprised of hundreds of companies - service providers, technology suppliers, systems integrators and more - who collaborate to ensure the proliferation of open, disaggregated and standards-based solutions to deliver global connectivity and fully realize the potential of a connected world. As was the case with TIP's previous recognition of NEC product compliance against the Requirements Document 1.0, the company's 5G massive MIMO radio units that have been awarded with the Requirements Compliant Ribbon are the MB5440, 5450 and 5460 units. "NEC's contribution to the development of open standards for 5G is part of our commitment to the industry - and it's clearly making a difference, as demonstrated by the many major wireless providers who have chosen NEC over the last 12 months," said Patrick Lopez, Global VP of Product Management for 5G Products, NEC. "Our continued investment in Open RAN, and the ecosystem required to accelerate the industry's rollout of 5G based on openness, is a foundational part of our strategy. Our investment in activities with TIP is an on-going priority for us, as illustrated in our Plugfest participation.""NEC is among the first Radio Unit manufacturers to have proven product compliance against TIP's OpenRAN RU Technical Requirements Document 2.0.," said David Hutton, Chief Engineer, TIP. "The TIP community is driving the productization of Open RAN and we certainly welcome and encourage the level of engagement shown by NEC, and their contribution to shaping Open RAN innovation. We look forward to seeing more vendor solutions like these listed on TIP Exchange."NEC is a global leader in Open RAN, with an end-to-end suite of solutions delivered as NEC Open Networks. This industry leading array of hardware and software products, includes disaggregated RAN components, converged core and automation / orchestration software, combined with system integration capabilities. NEC will be presenting its industry leading Open Networks at MWC Barcelona 2022, at Fira Gran Via, Hall 2 2F10https://www.nec.com/en/event/mwc2022/About NEC CorporationNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of "Orchestrating a brighter world." NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. For more information, visit NEC at https://www.nec.com. Copyright 2022 JCN Newswire. All rights reserved. (via SEAPRWire)

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2 men to be charged for breaching SHN requirements

SINGAPORE - Two men will be charged in court on Friday (Aug 20) for breaching their stay-home notice (SHN) requirements and thereby exposing others to the risk of Covid-19 infection. On April 30, Thanasegaran Elancharan, 26,  and Yeo Ee Kai, 25, arrived in Singapore from the Dominican Republic and were served with SHNs from April 30 to May 21. The two Singaporeans were each informed by an Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) officer that they were not allowed to leave their individual rooms in the dedicated facility or have visitors for the duration of their SHN. The two men were subsequently brought to the same dedicated facility in Orchard and assigned different rooms to serve their SHN. On May 11, Thanasegaran allegedly left his room on several occasions and was found loitering in the common corridor without wearing a face mask. The two men also allegedly agreed for Thanasegaran to visit Yeo in the latter's room. Yeo allowed him to enter his room, with Thanasegaran remaining there for about 1½ hours. Those who breach SHN requirements are liable to prosecution under the Infectious Diseases Act, the Infectious Diseases (Covid-19 - Stay Orders) Regulations 2020, or both. First-time offenders can be fined up to $10,000, jailed for up to six months, or both. Those found not wearing a mask or not wearing a mask properly outside their place of residence are liable to prosecution under the Covid-19 (Temporary Measures) (Control Order) Regulations 2020. On conviction, first-time offenders are liable to get fined up to $10,000, jailed for up to six months, or both. Members of the public can report information about anyone who fails to comply with SHN requirements to ICA on the website or call 6812-5555. More on this topic   Related Story Two travellers given jail sentence after spending time together in hotel room while on SHN   Related Story Woman who was serving SHN at hotel allegedly climbed into balcony of another room

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Manufacturing firm, manager charged for failing to send workers for Covid-19 testing

SINGAPORE - A manufacturing firm has become the first here to be charged for not complying with rostered routine testing (RRT) requirements. Under guidelines from the Ministry of Manpower (MOM), employers are required to schedule their foreign employees for RRT every 14 days to screen for Covid-19 infection. MOM said on Tuesday (July 27) that Bescoat Manufacturing and its general manager Tan Siew Lee allegedly failed to send three of its migrant workers for the testing. Emphasising that RRT is critical to public health efforts to detect and contain the transmission of the coronavirus, the ministry added that it takes a stern view of non-compliance. "Workers who reside in dormitories are required to attend RRT, due to the greater risk of transmission associated with communal living," it said. If found guilty of failing to establish and apply appropriate procedures and controls to comply with RRT requirements, Bescoat may be fined up to $10,000. Ms Tan may be fined up to $10,000, jailed for up to 12 months, or both. MOM said, over the past seven months, it issued composition fines and stern warnings to 10 companies for failing to ensure their workers comply with RRT requirements. These breaches occurred despite regular reminders from the ministry. Calling on employers to cooperate, MOM emphasised that the measures were established to "mitigate the risk of Covid-19 transmitting among workers and into the community, and are necessary to safeguard public health". More on this topic   Related Story Courts & Crime: Read more stories

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20-year-old charged with abetting breach of stay-home notice, trespassing into SHN facility

SINGAPORE - A 20-year-old Singaporean man was charged in court on Friday (June 18) for abetting the breach of stay-home notice (SHN) requirements by a person on SHN and trespassing into the premises of an SHN dedicated facility. The court heard that he intends to admit to the charges. He will be back in court on July 29. On Nov 28 last year at about 3pm, Sow Kaiser visited his friend who was serving the notice at a hotel and spent about an hour in the room before leaving. Sow allegedly took a lift and entered the hotel's restricted area, where he then used a service lift to get to the room. He was subsequently spotted by the hotel's security guard but left the hotel before he could be apprehended. The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority said on Friday that those who fail to comply with SHN requirements will be liable to prosecution under the Infectious Diseases (Covid-19 - Stay Orders) Regulations 2020. The penalty may be a fine of up to $10,000, or a jail term of up to six months, or both. In addition, those found guilty of trespassing will receive a jail term of up to three months, or a fine of up to $1,500, or both. Members of the public can provide information about anyone who fails to comply with SHN requirements to ICA at this link or call 6812 5555. More information on the prevailing SHN and swab requirements for travellers can be found on the SafeTravel website. More on this topic   Related Story Man breached SHN and left home because he wanted to travel to China to get married   Related Story Woman who allegedly breached SHN to buy bubble tea among 2 S'poreans charged

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Man allegedly made false declarations to opt out of serving SHN at dedicated facilities

SINGAPORE - A 58-year-old Singaporean will be charged in court on Friday (March 19) with making false declarations in his application to opt out of serving a stay-home notice (SHN) at dedicated facilities, said the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA). Vijeyakumar Z Joseph allegedly declared in a physical declaration form at Changi Airport on Nov 22 last year that he had not travelled, in the 14 consecutive days prior to entering Singapore, to any other country or region apart from those listed, ICA said. But it emerged that he had purportedly returned from Jakarta, Indonesia, which is not part of the list. Since Nov 2 last year, travellers from selected countries - which do not include Indonesia - may apply to opt out of serving their SHN at dedicated facilities and serve it at a place of residence subject to criteria. The updated list of countries is available on the ICA website. "Vijeyakumar also allegedly declared in the form that he would be occupying his place of residence alone or with household members with the same travel history as him and serving their SHN during the same duration," ICA added. He was then served with an SHN at his place of residence from Nov 22 to Dec 6. During checks on Nov 25 last year, enforcement officers found him allegedly residing with two other household members who did not share his travel history. Those found guilty of knowingly providing false or misleading information when required to under the Infectious Diseases Act can be fined up to $10,000 and jailed for not more than six months. Since Aug 11 last year, all travellers serving SHN outside of dedicated facilities are required to wear an electronic monitoring device throughout their SHN period. This enhanced surveillance regime allows the government to adopt a more risk-based approach. Travellers from selected countries and regions could also serve their 14-day SHN at a place of residence, said ICA. It also warned people "to submit truthful and accurate information for all health, travel and SHN-related declarations" or face "firm enforcement action". "Strict compliance with SHN requirements is key to safeguarding the health and safety of our population," ICA added. "All travellers who opt to serve their SHN at their place of residence must remain there at all times. Their movements will be monitored through electronic monitoring and random physical checks." Those who fail to comply with SHN requirements, including people who tamper with and remove the electronic monitoring device during the SHN period can be prosecuted under the Infectious Disease (Covid-19 - Stay Orders) Regulations. More on this topic   Related Story 8 travellers being investigated for making false stay-home notice declarations   Related Story askST: What is a stay-home notice and how is it enforced? If convicted of an offence, they can be imprisoned for up to six months and fined not more than $10,000. Members of the public can report anyone who fails to comply with SHN requirements to ICA at this website or 6812 5555.

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Man allegedly left hotel room to meet wife twice while under stay-home notice

SINGAPORE - A 38-year-old permanent resident was charged in court on Friday (March 5) for allegedly leaving his hotel room twice to meet his wife while he was under a stay-home notice (SHN). Bai Fan, who is American, is said to have done this on Sept 19 and 20 last year. The Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) said he had arrived in Singapore on Sept 19 from China after transiting Hong Kong. His SHN was from that day to Oct 3. Instead of remaining in Fairmont Singapore after checking in there, the man met his wife, who picked him up at the hotel. On Sept 19, the couple spent about an hour and forty minutes together in a car in the vicinity of the hotel. The next day, they spent five hours together in the same car and drove to a carpark nearby as well. His case has been adjourned to March 26. Reminding members of the public to comply with SHN requirements to safeguard the community's health and safety, the ICA reiterated on Friday: "All travellers are to comply with the prevailing public health regulations and requirements in Singapore." Those who fail to comply, including individuals who tamper with or remove the electronic monitoring device, or both, during the SHN period, will be liable to prosecution. Violators can be fined up to $10,000, jailed for six months, or both. Foreigners who breach the requirements may face further administrative action by the ICA or the Ministry of Manpower, and may have their permits and work passes cut short or revoked. Members of the public can report information about those who fail to comply with stay-home notice requirements to the ICA at this website or call the ICA hotline on 6812-5555. More on this topic   Related Story Jail for Briton, S'porean wife who met in hotel where he was serving quarantine   Related Story Four members of unlawful Lazarus Island gathering banned from working in Singapore: MOM

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