Innovation Resources
Are you a researcher, company, or defence organisation? The 6G Test Centre helps you accelerate your 6G innovations and dual-use applications.
Innovation Resources
Facilities
Discover the state-of-the-art testing and development infrastructure designed to drive your innovations forward. Our facilities offer a comprehensive range of environments to support the full lifecycle of technology development—from concept validation to real-world deployment.
Key infrastructure includes:
- Advanced 5G/6G test networks supporting hybrid architectures, RF testing, and IoT sensor platforms.
- Real-world testing environments like OuluZone, Callio mining network, Sodankylä Geophysical Observatory and Arctic Space Centre, ideal for Arctic resilience testing and automation in extreme conditions.
- Specialised labs, including AI-RAN, O-RAN, and space technology facilities, equipped with cutting-edge tools for AI integration, network virtualisation, and satellite communication research.
These facilities empower innovators to accelerate breakthroughs in communication, autonomy, and security.
Security
Develop and test solutions to protect critical communication networks and infrastructures in collaboration with experts in cybersecurity and secure communication. Our 6G Test Centre specialises in enhancing resilience for both civilian and defence applications.
Highlights include:
- Cybersecurity testing for ultra-reliable low-latency communication (URLLC) and other critical operations.
- Secure environments designed to meet defence-grade security requirements, including collaborations with government and defence stakeholders.
- Advanced threat modeling to validate the security of emerging technologies at all levels—hardware, software, and network.
Whether your goal is protecting infrastructure or ensuring data integrity, we provide the resources and expertise to help safeguard your innovations.
Ecosystem
Accelerate your adoption of new technologies and applications with the support of a vibrant innovation network. The 6G Test Centre is at the heart of a global ecosystem, connecting researchers, companies, and defence organisations.
Key benefits include:
- Access to hundreds of academic and industry partners collaborating on cutting-edge projects.
- Opportunities to pilot and scale your solutions with real-world applications and networked support.
- Easier access to NATO DIANA programme to help you develop dual-use solutions for both civilian and military sectors.
Our ecosystem enables you to innovate faster by offering access to resources, partnerships, and real-world opportunities.
Collaboration
Partner with global experts to advance and implement your technologies. The 6G Test Centre offers a collaborative platform where innovators can co-develop and test groundbreaking ideas in next-generation communications and defence.
What we offer:
- Joint research and development projects with world-class institutions like VTT and companies like Nokia, Bittium.
- Workshops and training sessions that connect you with industry leaders, tech innovators, and defence specialists.
- Co-innovation projects focused on developing resilient, scalable communication solutions.
Our partnerships are designed to help accelerate your innovation pipeline and position your solutions for long-term success.
Training
Enhance your expertise with specialised training programmes tailored for professionals and researchers working in cutting-edge technology fields. Our training services are designed to give you practical skills and deep insights into next-generation communication systems.
Our training programmes cover:
- Emerging technologies, including 5G/6G networks, AI integration, and secure communications.
- Hands-on workshops with access to world-class testing environments.
- Expert-led courses from industry and academic leaders, tailored to meet the needs of both civilian and defence sectors.
Equip yourself and your team with the knowledge to stay ahead in an ever-evolving technological landscape.
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