02nd July 2014

DB Systems get ready for take-off at Farnborough Airshow 2014

Farnborough International Airshow
DB Systems’ Event Networks division are in the final stages of installing site-wide connectivity at the 1000 acre Farnborough site in time for the International Airshow. The Airshow, which has been running for over 65 years, takes place from 14th – 20th July this year and will bring together the global aerospace industry for a week of business and networking which culminates in a public airshow over the weekend.

DB Systems’ Event Networks division are in the final stages of installing site-wide connectivity at the 1000 acre Farnborough site in time for the International Airshow.  The Airshow, which has been running for over 65 years, takes place from 14th – 20th July this year and will bring together the global aerospace industry for a week of business and networking which culminates in a public airshow over the weekend.

DB Event Networks are installing a site-wide internet and telecommunications infrastructure, which will enable exhibitors, press, security, ticketing and visitors to stay connected during the show. The completed network will deliver VoIP telephony and faxes in addition to general internet connectivity and WiFi hotspots for visitors. The network will also provide for large upload requirements in the press areas and live video streaming of the air shows.

With more than 130 miles of cable across the 1000 acre site, 300MB of internet connectivity, hundreds of VOIP telephones and thousands of internet connections, installing, managing and supporting the network for this event is one of Event Networks biggest contracts.

David Bulley, DB System's Managing Director, commented: “We’ve been working with the organisers of Farnborough International Airshow for many years, and have managed their internet and telecom infrastructure since 2010 which is testament to the level of service we provide. The Airshow achieved an order book exceeding US$72 billion in 2012 so connectivity at the Airshow is clearly business-critical and we’ve invested heavily in the infrastructure, continuing to upgrade and extend the network, to ensure we deliver a reliable and stable service.”

DB Systems Group, operates globally and offers a bespoke Audio Visual (AV) and IT rental service for the exhibition, event, conference and experiential industries. The company was recently awarded Best Supplier to Exhibitors at The Exhibition Awards 2014.

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