Summary:
- Seattle-Tacoma International Airport partners with Boldyn Networks to deploy a next-generation 5G distributed antenna system (DAS) across terminals, concourses, tarmac, parking, and rental car facilities.
- The high-capacity 5G network is designed to deliver seamless connectivity for passengers and operational users, supporting streaming, video calls, digital wayfinding, and real-time flight updates.
- The project positions SEA Airport as a smart, connected travel hub, enhancing passenger experience and enabling future digital innovations across the airport ecosystem.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) – a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub – has selected Boldyn Networks to design, build and manage a next-generation 5G distributed antenna system (DAS) that will deliver reliable connectivity across more than one million square feet of the terminal, concourses, tarmac, parking garage, and rental car facility.
“We chose Boldyn through a competitive solicitation process to build a Neutral Host Distributed Antenna System (DAS) and to manage ongoing maintenance, improvements, and reporting for the system,” said SEA Airport Director Aviation Business and Properties Rick Duncan. “Our primary consideration in selecting Boldyn is their ability to provide a high-quality customer experience for both passengers and operational users throughout the contract period over the life of the DAS.”
The cutting-edge 5G DAS network will go beyond basic coverage. It’s engineered to deliver a seamless, high-capacity experience for the modern traveller – from streaming movies and hosting video calls to enabling real-time flight updates and digital wayfinding. The deployment will reach every corner of the airport ecosystem – from ticketing and check-in to baggage claim, inside the terminal, and lounges; the International Arrival facility; across the parking garage and tarmac; and to the rental car facility. The aim is to drive the future of smart, connected travel.
“We’re proud to collaborate with SEA Airport on this transformative project,” said Boldyn Networks US Chief Commercial Officer Jason Caliento. “Together with our wireless carrier partners, we understand the critical importance of delivering seamless connectivity for the entire airport community. SEA Airport operates like a city of its own, where a modern economy depends on a fully connected experience. Our advanced network will provide state-of-the-art connectivity with the coverage and capacity to power the airport’s next era of innovation.”
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