Pro-M Zrt. Targets 2025 for Next-Generation Public Safety Broadband Network in Hungary

Among the flagship offerings is MCX, the mission-critical voice/video communication application, designed to facilitate secure and highly available group voice and video communication.

Pro-M Zrt, a leading innovator in telecommunications technology and  a communications service provider for emergency services in Hungary, announces groundbreaking advancements in the realm of Public Protection and Disaster Relief (PPDR) networks. Since 2020, Pro-M Zrt has been at the forefront of planning future broadband systems tailored to meet the exigencies of emergency response scenarios. While the current TETRA-based EDR network has ensured unparalleled group voice communication reliability, Pro-M Zrt recognized the pressing need for broadband data and video communication capabilities.

Anticipating the demands of the future, Pro-M Zrt has set its sights on large-scale network development slated to commence in 2023. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, the company aims to achieve an unprecedented 99.99 percent availability from the infrastructure to be built.

"When can the actual production start?" is a question that reverberates within the industry. Pro-M Zrt has set ambitious targets, with full residential coverage expected to be achieved by the end of 2024, heralding the commencement of live services on the broadband network. While the realization of national territorial coverage presents a formidable challenge, Pro-M Zrt remains undeterred, with plans in place to achieve this milestone by 2026.

The infrastructure forms the foundation of Pro-M Zrt's vision, yet it is the applications and services that truly empower its mission. Developments are underway on multiple fronts, with standby organizations gearing up to leverage the increased bandwidth. Pro-M Zrt itself is spearheading the deployment of applications and services, ranging from location-related tools to deployment management services. Among the flagship offerings is MCX, the mission-critical voice/video communication application, designed to facilitate secure and highly available group voice/video communication.

Looking ahead, Pro-M Zrt envisions a vibrant ecosystem characterized by collaboration and innovation. Plans are underway to establish a "standby app store," serving as a centralized repository for all available applications. Moreover, Pro-M Zrt is poised to organize application development competitions, fostering creativity and ingenuity within the industry. The recent establishment of the Pro-M Zrt Association for Critical Communication, boasting nearly 50 members, underscores Pro-M Zrt's commitment to unifying the ecosystem and driving collective progress.

The transition from 4G-based PPDR to 5G stands as a watershed moment in Pro-M Zrt's journey. As part of an EU project, Pro-M Zrt has emerged as a trailblazer in Europe, embarking on the exploration of 5G-based standby networks. Collaborating with esteemed partners such as ORFK, Mentőszolgált, and the Hungarian Defense Forces in the SmartCom project, Pro-M Zrt is set to test the efficacy of 5G applications. An experimental, closed 5G network along the Ukrainian border serves as a testament to Pro-M Zrt's commitment to innovation, as the company evaluates the potential of 5G for emergency organizations.

The culmination of the project in 2025 will mark a pivotal juncture, enabling Pro-M Zrt to determine its integration into the live system.

In a strategic move, Pro-M Zrt eschews the pursuit of national 5G coverage in favor of localized networks in urban centers. Recognizing the heightened demands of densely populated areas, Pro-M Zrt prioritizes the establishment of robust infrastructure supplemented by mobile base stations to address occasional needs.

As Pro-M Zrt charts a course towards the future, its dedication to advancing public protection and disaster relief remains unwavering. By harnessing innovation and collaboration, Pro-M Zrt endeavors to redefine the landscape of emergency response, ensuring the safety and well-being of communities worldwide.