Other 5G Broadcasting projects

Rai Way’s path in 5G Broadcast

Rai Way continues its experimental work in 5G Broadcasting, developing targeted initiatives that involve territories, services and new modes of consumption.

Ongoing projects

Study in the Aosta Valley

In collaboration with RAI/CRITS, a 5G Broadcast trial is under way to verify service coverage on fixed and mobile devices, with particular focus on in-vehicle reception. The activity operates in SFN mode from the Rai Way transmission sites of Aosta Gerdaz and Saint Vincent–Salirod.

Pre-commercial service in 5 cities

Following the success of the “5G Audiovisual Broadcast Broadband Network” project, RAI and Rai Way launched the first large-scale trial of the new 5G Broadcast platform. Since 4 November 2024, the service has been active in the metropolitan areas of Rome and Turin, broadcasting free-to-air signals with high quality and low latency to next-generation mobile terminals, without requiring mobile operator data connectivity. In 2025 the trial will be extended to other cities.

Live video contribution services over private 5G networks

Rai Way is developing live video contribution solutions based on private 5G networks, designed for portable “backpack” systems and for news, events and TV productions. Compared with public 4G/5G networks and traditional links, 5G NPNs deliver superior performance: high bandwidth, minimal latency and jitter, and high operational flexibility.

Live VR 180° capture and distribution of artistic content

Building on trials conducted in Palermo and Turin, Rai Way is developing a VR 180° capture system with binaural audio for live and on-demand distribution of cultural and artistic content. The “virtual spectator” mode enables immersive experiences from privileged viewpoints, bringing new technologies to serve culture and entertainment.