Nokia deploys world’s first 1900 MHz 5G radio network on Deutsche Bahn test track supporting FRMCS

Nokia and Deutsche Bahn (DB), Germany’s national railway company, have deployed the world’s first commercial 1900 MHz (n101) 5G radio network solution with a 5G Standalone (SA) core, running on live outdoor test tracks.

This industry breakthrough positions DB to leverage a modern mobile network on a frequency band dedicated to 5G railway communications in Europe. It also serves as a basis for the Future Railway Mobile Communication System (FRMCS), supporting resilient, efficient and more sustainable rail operations through greater digitalization, capacity and service reliability.