The communications network is made up of more than 500 mobile and fixed wireless devices that cover Garland's 57 square miles. It is the first and geographically largest deployment of mobile mesh-based technology for public safety applications. Garland Police Department's 290 officers are the first to use the system since the network went online in May 2004.
"We're delighted that law enforcement officials are using the NexLink system to increase public safety," said Ken Reightler, president of Lockheed Martin Space Operations.
LMSO will continue to work jointly with NexGen City to take its wireless broadband mobile network technology to other municipalities. By combining LMSO's systems integration expertise with NexGen City's NexLink technology, the team can offer a compelling solution for prospective customers' public safety and citywide communication needs.
NexGen City President Richard Dwelle said, "This team effort with LMSO has been a tremendously positive experience. We look forward to pursuing new opportunities together in the emerging public safety communications market."