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5 Public Safety Trends for 2026

Improved connectivity is essential. Agencies need to focus on future-ready hardware and wireless edge technologies that bridge the gap between security, connectivity and reliability. This transition includes modernizing equipment — such as routers, switches, access points and firewalls — to support newer applications and workloads.

5G and AI: Driving Emergency Services Innovation

Emergency services organisations are facing a crucial developmental step as AI technologies are adapted and applied to improve operational efficiencies and meet elevated objectives. To make this possible,networking to and within fleet vehicles must be reliable, scalable and secure. Ericsson offers innovative connectivity solutions specifically designed to make AI possible for supporting emergency responders.

5G and AI: Driving Public Safety Innovation

Public safety organizations are facing a crucial developmental step as AI technologies are adapted and applied to improve operational efficiencies and meet elevated objectives. To make this possible, networking to and within fleet vehicles must be reliable, scalable, and secure. Ericsson offers innovative connectivity solutions specifically designed to make AI possible for supporting safety responders.

5G on the front lines: Emergency medical services

Emergency medical services (EMS) are operating in an increasingly complex environment, with factors such as recruitment challenges, limited resources, and growing demand for services adding additional pressures.

5G on the front lines: Fire and rescue agencies

Fire and rescue services have always operated under enormous pressure, but factors such as increased social and budgetary pressures – and even climate change – are adding additional complexity.

5G on the front lines: Police and law enforcement agencies

Police agencies around the world face enormous pressures. As they strive to maintain law and order in often-volatile circumstances, wireless technologies are offering innovative solutions to their pain points.

A simpler approach to municipal public safety

This town in New York uses an Ericsson solution to keep its surveillance cameras connected, reduce IT overhead, and ultimately keep the community safe.

Avon Fire & Rescue bolsters connectivity at stations

Learn how Avon Fire and Rescue Service gains network visibility and improves communications and response times using Ericsson Enterprise Wireless solutions.

Axis + Ericsson: Transforming urban infrastructure with 5G-connected intelligent surveillance

Together, Ericsson Cradlepoint and AXIS Communications deliver a powerful, flexible platform for public safety agencies and smart city programs — combining always-on cellular connectivity with intelligent video to keep communities safer and operations sharper.

Baton Rouge Police keeps safety tech always connected with 5G routers in cars

Branddirektion stattet Einsatzleitwagen mit flexiblem Breitband über Mobilfunk aus

Für Zugriff auf einsatzkritische Daten in Echtzeit – Feuerwehr Recklinghausen wendet sich für zuverlässige LTE-Konnektivität an Cradlepoint

Bridging Earth and sky: Satellite power meets 5G for public safety fleets

A hybrid WAN is the key to always-on connectivity for any terrain, mission, or emergency

Cellular Story: Building Network Resiliency in Fire Stations

When Avon Fire and Rescue Service learned that the secondary connection link in its fire stations was being removed, the clock started ticking. Under pressure to find a fast, ultra-resilient replacement, Avon landed on cellular solutions. We chatted with John Craig from Avon and Graham Everington from Ericsson to learn how well cellular has met the agency's needs in these fire stations.

Checklist: Deploying 5G and security for public safety agencies

Explore best practices for public safety agencies to assess risk, increase security, and ensure ROI with mobile edge solutions.

Checklist: Deploying 5G and security for public safety agencies

Explore best practices for public safety agencies to assess risk, increase security, and ensure ROI with mobile edge solutions.

Checkliste: Einsatz von 5G und Netzwerksicherheit bei Sicherheitsbehörden

Für Behörden ist der offene Dialog mit allen Beteiligten, einschließlich des IT-Personals auf operativer Ebene, entscheidend – um die betriebliche Effizienz zu steigern, die digitale Transformation zu beschleunigen und so den Return on Investment (ROI) zu gewährleisten.

Connectivity in real life: Emergency services

Fire and Rescue services depend on in-vehicle and in-station connectivity for life-saving assistance and to bring order to chaotic situations, learn more about Ericsson and always available connectivity.

County of LA Fire Department counts on cellular failover to keep emergency vehicles online in critical moments

The County of Los Angeles Fire Department revitalized its aging in-vehicle infrastructure by deploying Ericsson NetCloud Manager and dual-modem routers in more than 1,000 fire apparatuses and 400 support vehicles.

Ensuring Network Resiliency and Reliability for Emergency First Responders

Ensuring Network Resiliency and Reliability for Emergency First Responders Emergency services rely on resilient, high-speed connectivity to support real-time communication, data sharing, and situational awareness. Modern networks enable faster response, improved safety, and operational agility during crises, overcoming legacy system limitations and rising bandwidth demands.

Ericsson's solutions | Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policies

Meeting Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policies with Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions

Ericsson's Wireless WAN solutions | Building a reliable and secure in-vehicle networks for police cruisers

Police vehicles serve as a mobile office, outfitted with critical technologies like digital evidence systems, cameras, LMR Radios, Computer Aided Dispatch, Mobile Data Terminals and license plate readers. First responders now rely on cellular connectivity for all this technology, they require a secure, reliable, and scalable in-vehicle networking solution.

Ericsson's Wireless WAN solutions | Building reliable and secure in-vehicle networks for fire departments

Modern fire trucks are equipped with technologies critical for ensuring safety, enabling seamless communication, and providing better efficiency in emergency situations. These technologies include digital radios, thermal imaging applications, GPS systems, connectivity for MDTs, vehicle sensors, wearables and even drones for aerial visibility equipment for better situational awareness. First responders now rely on cellular connectivity for all this technology, they require a secure, reliable, and scalable in-vehicle networking solution.

Fire department extinguishes connectivity issues with cellular solutions

Anne Arundel County leverages cellular routers to improve network connectivity and visibility for first responder fleet

FirstNet guide for public safety agencies

Learn how FirstNet and 5G deliver the connectivity, reliability, priority, and preemption first responders need for critical communications during emergencies.

Five tech trends shaping public safety in 2026

ForwardThinking + Ericsson: Why Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions and Forward Thinking Systems for First Responders

First responders depend on seamless communication, real-time situational awareness, and secure access to critical data to make life-saving decisions. The collaboration between Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions and Forward Thinking Systems (FTS) delivers a powerful fleet management solution that keeps first responders connected and operational.

From patchy coverage to real time command Cumbria Police's connectivity shift

Vehicle-mounted Ericsson Cradlepoint routers transform how Cumbria polices the Appleby Horse Fair and everyday crime

HAAS Alert + Ericsson: Irondale Fire Department Uses Safety Cloud to Protect Crew

Irondale, AL Fire Department uses NetCloud Manager integrated with HAAS Alert's Safety Cloud to protect its crews and communities.

Highly reliable cellular in fire vehicles drives mission-critical communications

Explore how in-vehicle 5G and LTE routers enable firefighters to leverage connected devices including MDTs, location-based applications, sensors, and more.

Highly reliable cellular in police vehicles drives mission-critical communications

Explore how law enforcement deploys rugged 5G and LTE solutions to provide secure, centrally managed connectivity.

How 5G and FirstNet Transform First Responder Operations

As emergencies become increasingly complex, first responders need communication solutions that can keep pace with their critical mission. The adoption of 5G technology is transforming emergency response, delivering faster, more reliable, and secure communication tools. In this webinar, you’ll discover how Ericsson’s 5G cellular routers combined with AT&T FirstNet can dramatically enhance operational efficiency, empower rapid decision-making, and significantly improve public safety outcomes.

How Avon Fire and Rescue put 5G into practice for public safety

Join us for an insightful webinar featuring Avon Fire and Rescue's journey to enhanced connectivity with Ericsson's 5G solutions. This session will delve into the impact of cellular networking on emergency services in the UK, providing key takeaways for industry professionals.

How cellular networks improve emergency response

Learn how agencies across the globe are using 5G and LTE for reliable connectivity in first responder vehicles, buildings, and IoT.

How cellular networks improve emergency response

Learn how agencies across the globe are using 5G and LTE for reliable connectivity in first responder vehicles, buildings, and IoT.

How fire departments use 5G and LTE solutions

Explore how agile cellular solutions enable modern fire departments to make decisions quickly and save lives.

How fire departments use 5G and LTE solutions

Modern fire departments have more data at their disposal than ever before, with large rollouts of connected devices enabling them to make decisions quickly and save lives. From fire apparatuses to stations, these agencies need reliable, secure, and agile 5G and LTE solutions.

How law enforcement agencies use 5G and LTE solutions

Explore how law enforcement agencies use 5G and LTE solutions to power new technologies that enable officers to protect their communities.

How law enforcement agencies use 5G and LTE solutions

Explore how law enforcement agencies use 5G and LTE solutions to power new technologies that enable officers to protect their communities.

How real-time crime centers use 5G solutions

Cities implementing real-time crime centers (RTCCs) have reported double-digit crime reductions in monitored areas, but achieving those outcomes remains a challenge. Explore how Ericsson 5G solutions provide reliable, scalable, secure connectivity for RTCCs.

Innovating Roadside Connectivity: A case study with the AA and Ericsson Cradlepoint

Join us for an insightful webinar that dives deep into the connectivity solution implemented by The AA, UK's leading roadside assistance provider. We'll explore the challenges faced by AA’s roadside technicians, the bespoke solutions developed, and the impressive outcomes achieved. Whether you're in fleet management, technology deployment, or operational strategy, this case study will provide actionable takeaways to elevate your own operations.

Live stream from the scene: How cellular supports rescue teams

Fotokite Sigma installed ruggedized Ericsson Cradlepoint routers in its ground stations to facilitate live videotransmission from the tethered “kites” and ensure a fast, secure, and reliable data connection even in remote areas.

Live-Stream vom Einsatzort: So helfen Fotokite Drohnen mit Mobilfunk

Die kabelgebundene Fotokite Drohne liefert dank des Ericsson Cradlepoint Routers hochauflösende Videodaten vom Einsatzort.

Miovision + Ericsson: Accelerating emergency response with cloud-based preemption

Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions and Miovision enable Emergency Vehicle Preemption (EVP) by using vehicle connectivity to clear intersections for first responders.

Omnilert+ Ericsson: Real-time AI gun detection

Peel Regional Police support mission critical technology with private cellular

The combination of private LTE, Ericsson Cradlepoint cellular routers, and NetCloud Manager provides Peel Regional Police with highly reliable, high performance connectivity for their entire fleet throughout their jurisdiction.

Real Stories of Mission-Critical Comms Using 5G

In the world of first responders, connectivity outages during emergencies disrupt communication and even put lives at risk. The use of dual-modem routers in vehicles is a proactive measure that helps ensure 24/7 connectivity. Join Cradlepoint as we discuss best practices for minimizing network disruptions.

Real-time radiation detection keeps communities in the clear

Radiation Solutions, Inc. keeps radiation data flowing in real time with reliable connectivity

Routers vs. MDTs: Mission-critical connectivity depends on the right choice

In public safety, real-time connectivity is non-negotiable. While mobile data terminals (MDTs) have served departments for years, they limit flexibility, bandwidth, and scalability. Modern policing and emergency response require more than a single-point MDT solution.

Seattle Police stream video from connected cruisers to headquarters at critical times

The Seattle Police Department uses Ericsson’s wireless edge routers and centralized management solution for connecting new video and evidence platforms.

Sector in focus: Connecting the UK's emergency services

Ericsson has conducted industry research among technology decision-makers in the UK emergency service organizations to gain a deeper understanding of their connectivity challenges. Our research examined how connectivity impacts their operations and how enhancing it is crucial for them to be able to protect communities and save lives.

Secure 5G/LTE fleet connectivity

Ericsson NetCloud Federal, Hosted by Axon, is a purpose-built for government offering with FedRAMP High authorization.This solution provides simplified deployment, management, monitoring and troubleshooting of Ericsson Cradlepoint 5G/LTE routers across public safety vehicle fleets. The platform helps agencies scale mission-critical wireless connectivity while reducing operational complexity and supporting government security requirements.

Secure in-vehicle cellular enables life-saving tech for EMS

Explore how in-vehicle routers enable EMS to use connected devices for real-time communication between technicians, onboard equipment, and ER physicians.

Secure, reliable connectivity protects communities and saves lives

Connecting police forces to critical data, real-time applications, and secure communication whether in the field, on the road, or at command centers

Secure, reliable connectivity when every second counts

Connecting fire and rescue services to critical data, real- time applications, and secure communication whether in the field, on the road, or at command centers

Sheriff's office finds rural connectivity and scalable security for fleet of patrol cars

Ericsson's enterprise wireless solutions improves network uptime, Vernon County Sheriff’s Office improves network uptime and implements zero trust security

Simple, scalable network security increases patrol car uptime

The Village of Oak Lawn uses Ericsson NetCloud Secure Connect to deliver advanced security in fewer clicks across its fleets

Surrey Search and Rescue enhances operations with advanced connectivity

Ericsson Cradlepoint vehicle routers connect 5G and satellite networks for seamless response efforts in challenging environments.

Telenotarztsystem im Rettungswagen: 5G für bessere Notfallversorgung

Das ausfallsichere Telenotarzt- system von Corpuls, Ericsson Enterprise Wireless Solutions und SELECTRIC unterstützt Einsatzkräfte vor Ort.

The Drancy Town Hall is installing 5G-connected cameras for city security

Ericsson Cradlepoint routers provide high-performance connectivity anywhere

The Top 5 Global Public Safety Trends for 2026

Public safety is facing a defining challenge: how to stay relevant when technology evolves faster than ever. From Japan to the U.K. to Australia, and beyond, agencies are adopting advanced technologies that transform response, resilience, and readiness. In this global briefing, discover how forward-thinking peers are preparing today for the challenges of tomorrow, and learn what it takes to stay ahead in 2026 and beyond.

What's next in public safety? Tech trends for 2025

Join Ericsson and Verizon to explore the connected technologies that are poised to transform public safety in 2025.

Why 'Mission Critical' Matters More in Public Safety

Mission critical" is a daily reality for public safety professionals. When their technologies for communication and safety lose connectivity, lives are at risk. We talk to Robert Butts of L3Harris Technologies and Graham Everington of Cradlepoint about best practices for maintaining mission-critical communication.

Why Ericsson Cradlepoint routers for public safety?

Wisconsin State Patrol supports in-vehicle tech with enterprise cellular routers

Reliable network solutions ensure troopers have access to mission-critical technology tools

Wyoming Highway Patrol uses cellular and satellite to keep people safe across rugged state

Ericsson Cradlepoint routers with cellular-optimized SD-WAN provide critical reliability for patrol vehicles and mobile command center