Paterna Enhances Security with Satellite Communication Systems for Local Police

Paterna's Local Police incorporate Starlink and Iridium satellite technology to ensure communication in emergencies, even without conventional mobile networks.

Image of a satellite dish on a municipal building rooftop, with a clear blue sky, symbolizing communication and security.
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Image of a satellite dish on a municipal building rooftop, with a clear blue sky, symbolizing communication and security.

The Paterna City Council has equipped its Local Police with two satellite communication systems, including Starlink and Iridium, to ensure service continuity in emergency situations and in the event of conventional mobile network failures.

This innovative management model aims to consolidate the security of Paterna residents. The incorporation of these technologies allows emergency services to remain operational and ensures communication anywhere in the municipality, even in the event of a total failure of mobile networks.

"Today, Paterna has two alternative, independent, and redundant communication channels that ensure that, even in the event of a total failure of conventional networks, our security forces and bodies will remain connected, coordinated, and acting with efficiency and operability."

the mayor of Paterna
The first system consists of a fixed antenna installed at the central headquarters of the Local Police, connected to the Starlink satellite network. This infrastructure ensures communication continuity in emergency situations and strengthens the operational coordination of security forces in the face of widespread mobile phone failures. Starlink offers high-speed internet connection and improved GPS functionalities, designed to operate in complex environments and disaster areas.
The second system comprises two Iridium 9555 satellite phone devices. These terminals do not rely on terrestrial networks, as they have their own antenna and allow direct communication between devices, provided they are used outdoors. Additionally, a portable Starlink antenna with an integrated battery is added, designed for deployment in police vehicles or intervention points, reinforcing response capability in any scenario.

"The constant investment in cutting-edge resources and technical means over the last decade has allowed our Local Police to be at the forefront of public service, offering faster responses and reinforcing the peace of mind and security of all residents."

the deputy mayor for Interior, Mobility, and Sustainability
With this investment, Paterna reaffirms its commitment to modernizing essential services through the incorporation of state-of-the-art technology, ensuring that its security forces remain always connected, prepared, and fully operational to respond effectively to any emergency.