Case Study: Southern Linc builds the first highly reliable dedicated LTE network with Ericsson

Keeping the lights on with dedicated LTE

Southern Linc, a regional wireless carrier for a major electric and gas utility, faced the challenge of replacing its aging and limited Motorola iDEN network. The old system could not meet modern security requirements or support the growing number of SCADA devices controlling the electric grid. Southern Linc partnered with Ericsson to build a new, highly reliable dedicated LTE network that could ensure secure, mission-critical communications.

Ericsson implemented a complete LTE solution, including a Radio Access Network and Evolved Packet Core, tailored to Southern Linc's specific needs and narrow spectrum. The new network proved its resilience during Hurricane Irma, providing assurance of its mission-critical design. The solution provided Southern Linc with a secure, reliable platform that supports a wide variety of utility applications and enables future growth, with Ericsson playing an integral role in this groundbreaking achievement.

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