Celona

Celona is a wireless networking company that provides an end-to-end private 5G/LTE solution designed to bridge the gap between cellular technologies and enterprise IT infrastructure. Its unique solution leverages shared private wireless spectrum options such as the Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) in the US for deploying LTE and 5G cellular networks within enterprises.

Celona's solution comprises self-organizing network (SON) software for small cell access points, a programmable service edge with evolved packet core functionality, and an AI-enabled service orchestrator for network operation and subscriber management. This allows enterprises to automate functions typically handled by hundreds of engineers at mobile network operators, enabling seamless integration with existing IT infrastructure.

The company's private cellular networks offer several advantages over traditional Wi-Fi, including higher reliability, better performance in challenging environments, and enhanced security through device-level authorization and data encryption. Celona's technology has been successfully deployed in various industries, such as steel manufacturing, logistics, retail, and education.

In August 2022, a Pennsylvania-based steel manufacturer adopted Celona's 5G local area network (LAN) solution to address connectivity issues in its metal-intensive plant. The private cellular network reduced unplanned downtime by approximately 70% in the scrap yard and provided a more reliable user experience for workers relying on wireless devices for critical operations.

In September 2023, Celona announced the commercial availability of its cloud-based neutral host service, which extends public cellular coverage to indoor environments with poor reception. The service, initially supporting T-Mobile subscribers, leverages Celona's Multi-Operator Exchange Network (MOXN) technology to securely tunnel mobile traffic to the operator's core network while guaranteeing service level agreements.