GLOBE Telecom Inc. (Globe) said Sunday that it and business unit Asticom Technology Inc. (Asticom) had successfully pilot-tested the country's first laser communications system, developed by Singapore-based Transcelestial Technologies Pte Ltd. (Transcelestial Technologies).
Globe said the development offered a cost-efficient and rapidly deployable option to conventional fiber optics and an invaluable resource for expanding 4G/5G coverage.
"This project tested the reliability of Transcelestial's laser tech as a network backhaul, showcasing its potential for seamless, high-performance connectivity," Asticom general manager for engineering Marc Kerveillant said
Globe said the project rigorously assessed the use of Centauri devices as a network backhaul solution and that comprehensive network performance metrics and incident reports were also gathered.
Transcelestial said the proprietary Centauri device, described as a compact, shoebox-sized unit, was designed to deliver fiber-like connectivity without the need for physical cables.
It establishes a secure laser communications network between buildings and telecommunications solutions, the Singapore-based tech firm added.
Despite logistical challenges, Globe said the laser communications system maintained robust wireless performance, proving its effectiveness for quick, reliable solutions at high-demand events.
The tests also examined the integration between Transcelestial's laser communications and traditional optical backhaul systems, ensuring uninterrupted service.
"The Philippine Arena project [where the test was made] represents more than just a successful event connectivity solution, it's a blueprint for the future of agile telecommunications infrastructure deployment," Transcelestial co-founder and CTO Mohammad Danesh said.
"By combining our Centauri laser technology with Globe's network expertise and Asticom's implementation, we've demonstrated how next-generation technologies can seamlessly integrate with and enhance existing network architectures," he added.
Globe shares closed up P14, or 0.62 percent, at 2,274 each on Friday.