Tidal Wave Technologies, a pioneer in advanced 5G infrastructure and Consort Digital, a global leader in mission-critical communication solutions have successfully completed the pilot project or Proof of Concept (PoC) of 5G-based mission-critical communcations for the first time at a mine in India.

The pilot was demonstrated with MCX ONE mission-critical communication platform, developed by Consort on the private 5G network provided by Tidal Wave Technologies at the Amlohri Coal Mine, operated by Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a subsidiary of state-run Coal India.

Mission-critical communications are essential communication systems for public safety, military, and utility organizations, requiring high reliability, and security. These systems are designed to function flawlessly under extreme conditions and provide seamless connectivity, even during disasters or network congestion.

Successful Pilot of MCX-over-5G at Amlohri Coal Mine

The demonstration, conducted over Tidal Wave’s private 5G network and powered by Consort Digital’s MCX ONE platform, marks a milestone as the first pilot project of its kind in India, tailored for the mining sector.

The pilot integrated Consort Digital’s MCX ONE platform with Tidal Wave’s private 5G network, connecting 5G drones, cameras, and environmental sensors from multiple OEMs. The pilot validated the solution’s interoperability, scalability, and readiness for real-world mission-critical deployments.

Shaping the Next Era of Industrial and Public Safety Communications

As critical industries move from narrowband to broadband, the demand for advanced, interoperable, and future-ready communication platforms has never been greater and this very partnership is accelerating this transformation in India and beyond.

They are addressing this need by delivering India’s first field-proven MCX-over-5G package, while also collaborating on the joint development of new, cutting-edge industry offerings for transport, utilities, mining, public safety, and enterprise sectors.

Executive Perspectives

“We are proud to partner with Consort Digital to bring advanced 5G-based solutions to critical industries such as mining. The PoC at Amlohri Coal Mine showcases how private 5G networks can deliver the resilience, security, and high performance needed for mission-critical operations," said Ankit Dixit, CEO, Tidal Wave Technologies.

Sarabjeet Bhasin, Technical Director, Consort Digital said, “The successful demonstration of MCX ONE on Tidalwave’s private 5G network at NCL’s Amlohri Coal Mine is a milestone for India’s mission-critical communication ecosystem. This PoC proves the readiness of our solution for real-world deployments while laying the foundation for the transition from narrowband to broadband and from TETRA to 5G.”

With this milestone, Consort Digital and Tidal Wave Technologies reaffirm their commitment to redefining the future of critical communications in India, ensuring industries are equipped with the tools they need to operate with the highest levels of safety, reliability, and efficiency in the 5G era.