• London to bring 4G and 5G to all underground lines

    London has partnered with G.Network and Boldyn Networks to roll out improved fibre connectivity, boost mobile coverage th...

  • New 4G and 5G small poles rolled out across UK

    New small smart poles have been trialled in the UK that could remove the need for tall mobile masts and aid cities in their smart city initiatives. The V...

  • How microtrenches are enabling faster broadband deployment

    Cities that allow broadband operators to install fibre optic cables in a microtrench can attract more companies and competition and expand broadband access more quickly and equitably, says a pioneerin...

  • Manchester deploys small cells following new connectivity agreement

    More than 20 new small cells will be deployed across Manchester city centre to enhance mobile 4G and later 5G connectivity. Installed by the connectivity infrastructure-as-a-service provider Freshw...

  • First IoT device certified by new security standard

    GE’s industrial wireless router platform has become the first device to be certified by CTIA, the wireless communications trade association, by meeting new standa...

  • City Telecoms Association announces industry partnership to drive urban connectivity

    Thirty-six cities will work with the telco sector to build new models of cooperation to realise the potential of 5G and next generation connectivity, in an agreement announced during Mobile World Cong...

Delivering inclusive development in
our communities

The City Telecoms Association is a city network dedicated to the large-scale deployment of telecoms and digital Infrastructure through cooperation and partnerships. Better connectivity provides more equitable access to education and jobs and delivers social and economic benefits through improved healthcare, transport and productivity.
To achieve this, cities require denser networks and better infrastructure. The mission of the City Telecoms Association is to help cities tackle the challenges to infrastructure deployment and build more liveable and sustainable communities.

The city network for
better connectivity

Launched by the Cities Today Institute, the City Telecoms Association brings together senior city officials in virtual sessions, two-day in-person events and through an online community. Our members include deputy mayors, smart city directors and city IT Managers.

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