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Our story of ambition and innovation is setting a new precedent when it comes to digital transformation.

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Boldyn Networks and Virgin Media O2 power up 5G at Sunderland’s Stadium of Light for next-gen fan experiences

Virgin Media O2 customers are the first to benefit from the 5G neutral host network, delivered by the Sunderland Open Network EcosysTem (SONET) project. Boldyn’s...
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Sunderland’s Smart Playparks Top Global Leaderboard

Sunderland’s innovative approach to active play has hit the back of the net with their smart Yalp Sutu Football Wall and Sona Arch proving to...
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Building a Greener Future: Our Smart Approach to Sustainability

As featured in a Smart Cities World Special report, we mark World Environment Day today (5th June), by shining a light on how Sunderland is...
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£169K Investment to Expand Digital Health Hubs Across Sunderland

Sunderland City Council is expanding its successful Digital Health Hubs, increasing the number of Hubs across the city from 23 to 30, ensuring even more...
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Regional 5G Innovation Projects Secure nearly £2M extra funding

The North East’s pioneering 5G Innovation Region (5GIR) programme has been awarded an additional £1.9 million in funding and extended by 12 months to build...
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Pioneering North East Region Recognised at Future Networks Awards

The North East has been recognised as a leader in digital transformation after winning the Place-Based Impact Award at the Future Networks Awards 2025. This...
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Case Studies

Digitising Inspections for Safer Public Spaces in Sunderland

Sunderland City Council is leveraging Microsoft’s Power Apps to enhance its current water safety processes and park inspections, harnessing data securely and ethically.
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Keeping Sunderland Safer and Smarter with New Flood Risk Management Sensors

Sunderland is harnessing technology to enhance flood management and streamline maintenance of gullys and trash screens.
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Smart Mould and Damp Sensors Bring Data-Driven Approach to Safer Homes

Here’s how we are harnessing real-time data to improve housing quality and residents’ wellbeing.
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