Neutral Wireless and Haivison have revealed details of a collaboration with broadcaster ITN.
Combining Haivision’s live video contribution technology, Neutral Wireless private 5G platform and ITN’s live production expertise, the companies delivered the UK’s first live broadcast using newly short-notice, short-duration n40 band spectrum at 2320 to 2340 MHz for ITN’s coverage of the 2025/6 New Year’s Eve London Fireworks display.
Wireless infrastructure was deployed across the environment to support live content delivery at a national scale, demonstrating how emerging spectrum options are able to ensure connectivity at events where public networks can become congested.
A portable Neutral Wireless Pop-up 5G pro system deployed a single cell to enable riverbank coverage for wireless camera positions. Two full HD camera feeds were delivered to a Haivision StreamHub in the gallery via Falkon X2 and Haivision Pro mobile video transmitters across the n40 private network. The deployment minimised reliance on traditional infrastructure and cabling.
In December, Ofcom announced the introduction of short notice, short duration licenses of in the 2.3GHz band spectrum, simplifying the licensing process and shortening deployment timelines for users.
Tony Dotchin, field support manager at ITN, commented, “This deployment showed how quickly we can establish reliable connectivity in one of the year’s busiest broadcast environments. By combining private 5G with modern IP workflows, we worked with greater agility while maintaining the high production standards expected of ITN.”
Malcolm Brew, chief engineer at Neutral Wireless, added, “Collaborating closely with ITN and Haivision allowed us to demonstrate how new spectrum like n40 can unlock faster, more flexible production environments. It’s not about replacing existing broadcast workflows but enhancing them with wireless capabilities that make live production more engaging, scalable and efficient.”
