Cellnex has launched a multi-operator mobile coverage solution along Barcelona‘s seafront to enhance 5G connectivity across a 3.5-kilometer stretch. This coverage spans from Sant Sebastià beach to Mar Bella beach, including popular areas such as Sant Miquel, Barceloneta, Somorrostro, Nova Icària, and Bogatell.
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The deployment coincides with the 37th America’s Cup, which began on August 22 and will conclude on October 27. Recognized as the third-largest global sporting event in terms of audience and economic impact, it follows the Olympic Games and the FIFA World Cup.
Under an agreement with Barcelona City Council, Cellnex has set up a distributed antenna system (DAS) on various city fixtures and street elements along the beaches. This installation aims to serve the tens of thousands of visitors who frequent these areas year-round. Notably, the infrastructure is designed to remain in place even after the conclusion of the upcoming sporting event.
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Marta Rubí, Commercial Director Public Administration at Cellnex Spain, emphasized that “DAS systems serve to reinforce the connectivity of any mobile operator in areas with a high influx and concentration of people, such as the Barcelona coastline.” Rubí added that they are also implementing similar solutions in urban centers, stadiums, shopping malls, large buildings, networks, and metro stations, which will help expand and densify network capacity to ensure reliable connectivity for the public at all times.
