CloudRAN.AI × BAI Communications: Polaris 10 Trial at the University of Canberra Delivers Field-Validated Performance

Independent lab testing confirms Polaris 10 meets enterprise-grade private 5G requirements

CloudRAN.AI today announced a trial milestone with BAI Communications, confirming successful validation of the Polaris 10 outdoor 5G gNB in a trial environment at the University of Canberra.

Across enterprise and campus deployments, private networks must perform reliably beyond theoretical specifications. This trial, focused on deployment readiness and ease of use, validated that Polaris 10 can meet BAI Communications’ required technical specifications through practical testing.

The equipment also proved easy to install, configure, and operate, an important criterion for enterprise solutions. Polaris 10 is also ACMA-certified in Australia, supporting deployment confidence in the local market.

In this engagement, BAI Communications tested Polaris 10 as part of an on-site proof of concept conducted in the lab setting of Innovation Central Canberra, part of the National Industry Innovation Network at the University of Canberra, with whom BAI Communications collaborates. The evaluation assessed deployment behavior and performance against a defined set of functional and performance criteria established by BAI Communications for private network deployments.

For organizations evaluating private networks, the critical question is not only capability on paper, it’s also whether the infrastructure can deliver consistent performance under realistic deployment conditions and constraints. This validation milestone supports broader private network adoption by demonstrating performance aligned with enterprise and campus expectations.

What’s next

CloudRAN.AI and BAI Communications will continue to build on this work as part of ongoing private network engagement in Australia, including additional validation scope, deployment readiness and customer-facing demonstration opportunities.

About Polaris 10

Polaris 10 is part of CloudRAN.AI’s private network portfolio, designed to accelerate deployment and support real enterprise use cases—bringing reliable private 5G connectivity into production environments.

About BAI Communications

BAI Communications delivers connectivity solutions to broadcasters, governments, mobile network operators, enterprises, transport operators, and venues across Australia. The company operates one of the world's most extensive broadcast networks, delivering managed television and radio services to 99% of the Australian population, and brings deep expertise in 5G connectivity across challenging environments including buildings, tunnels, stadiums, mines, remote locations and high-density areas. BAI Communications is part of a global network alongside sister organization Boldyn Networks.

About the University of Canberra

The University of Canberra is a leading applied research institution and an active partner in industry-focused technology trials and innovation in the Australian Capital Territory.