Vietnam Air Traffic Management (VATM) will use Nokia’s networking solution to replace the legacy Synchronous Digital Hierarchy (SDH) transport system with IP/MPLS technology to improve security and reliability in the south region of Vietnam.
The new advanced transport network will support new-age applications required for operating highly reliable services to serve rapidly growing air traffic in Vietnam.
The initiative will provide an advanced transmission system to Ho Chi Minh City’s Air Traffic Control Center (ATCC), which will deliver mission critical applications to enhance air traffic control (ATC).
The newly upgraded transport network, compliant with the International Civil Aviation Organisation’s standard will be operational in the second quarter of 2025.
Nokia’s solution will provide VATM with advanced network capabilities such as advanced analytics, simplifying operations and improving network performance.
The IP/MPLS network also offers increased flexibility and programmability, supporting critical applications that enhance overall air traffic management efficiency and safety. The network will equip VATM with robust security features and the ability to evolve to defend against quantum threats.
“Air traffic networks need to be exceptionally secure and reliable at all times to ensure the highest standards of safety are met,” said Ho Sy Tung, deputy general director at VATM. “Nokia comes with extensive experience in air navigation with 20 air traffic control networks deployed worldwide.”
Jonathan Goh, head of enterprise business, network infrastructure at Nokia’s Southeast Asia North region, said that with embedded QSN capabilities, Nokia’s IP/MPLS technology will enhance the safety and operational efficiency of Vietnam’s air traffic network.
