The Boldyn Networks, a global leader in shared network infrastructure, has given the event-goers a boost after deploying a new neutral-host Distributed Antenna System (DAS) system at The O2 Belfast in Belfast, Northern Ireland (UK) thus providing the fans a stronger, more reliable and higher-capacity mobile experience during the live events.
Sharing Live Moments
‘boldyn NETWORKS’ stated that The O2 Belfast customers are the first to enjoy the new network to share the live moments, stream the content, use the digital tickets, and make the mobile payments instantly on their devices even when the arena is at full capacity.
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The 11,200-seat The O2 Belfast is an entertainment, education and leisure destination located within the Titanic Quarter in Belfast, Northern Ireland (UK).
Transforming the Fan Experience
‘boldyn NETWORKS’ further stated that the Boldyn Networks Distributed Antenna System (DAS) has the capacity to support all the mobile network operators in the United Kingdom. The new system transforms the fan experience, strengthens the security operations, supports the staff on the ground, and improves the overall event coordination.
Connectivity Built for Live Entertainment
Welcoming more than 800,000 visitors each year The O2 Belfast is the largest indoor arena in Northern Ireland and home to one of the most successful clubs in the United Kingdom ice hockey history – the Belfast Giants.
Entertainment Destination Par Excellence
The wider complex includes the award-winning W5 Science and Discovery Centre, the state-of-the-art W5 LIFE digital learning facility and a host of food and leisure tenants thus making it a world-class live entertainment destination which increasingly depends on strong connectivity the all year round.
Strong Coverage
Boldyn’s network was designed specifically for The O2 Belfast thus splitting the venue into zones so that the coverage stays strong everywhere. The seating Bowl and the rink, where the fans and demand are concentrated, get particular focus to keep performance consistent even at full capacity.
A Future-ready Network for an Ambitious Venue
The state-of-the-art neutral host solution combines the high-performance active DAS technology with the targeted additional coverage thus creating a flexible system that can be finely tuned across the venue and easily scaled as the needs grow. It supports every generation of mobile connectivity, from 2G through to 5G, across all networks in the United Kingdom.
Room to Grow
It’s also built with room to grow. The extra capacity is already in place to support the future upgrades so that the network can keep evolving alongside the changing visitor expectations, the new operator requirements and the next generation of mobile technology.
‘Digital Foundation’
Pointed out Paul Osborne, Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), Boldyn Networks, UK, “The live events are where the physical and the digital worlds collide. The fans come for the roar of the crowd but they also want to share it with everyone who isn’t there. At The O2 Belfast, a premier multipurpose venue, we’ve made those two sides work as one so that nothing gets between a fan and the moment. And we’ve built a digital foundation ready to adapt to whatever comes next, from the rising visitor expectations to the technologies just over the horizon.”
‘Digital-first Ways’
Commented Craig Barrington, Associate Director of Estates and Facilities, The Odyssey Trust, “As Northern Ireland’s premier live entertainment destination we’re always looking for innovative, digital-first ways to provide our guests with the best experience every time. The fast, reliable connectivity plays a key role in ensuring that everyone who walks through our doors enjoys unforgettable moments that last a lifetime. Boldyn’s state-of-the-art Distributed Antenna System will enhance how our guests experience The O2 Belfast and will be fundamental for us moving forward.”
The Odyssey Trust is the charitable organization that owns, operates and manages the entire Odyssey complex in Belfast which includes the 11,200-capacity entertainment venue rebranded as The O2 Belfast.
Smooth Venue Visit
Put in Professor Robert Joyce, Director of Mobile Access Engineering at The O2, “The best connectivity is the kind customers do not have to think about. At a busy venue like The O2 Belfast the people want to get through the doors, meet friends, pay quickly, and share the big moments without the network getting in the way. By bringing this enhanced mobile experience to the O2 customers first we’re helping make every visit smoother from the queue outside to the journey home.”
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