EE Boosts Mobile Capacity in Edinburgh Ahead of Festival Season

EE has taken a proactive approach to enhance mobile coverage in the bustling Scottish capital in preparation for the anticipated surge of tourists during the renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe. The British mobile operator has installed mobile ‘mini-masts,’ also known as small cells, on street furniture like lamp-posts and phone boxes strategically positioned in the city’s busiest areas, according to the telco.

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Enhanced Mobile Coverage for Edinburgh Festival Fringe

As the second most popular tourist destination in the UK after London, Edinburgh sees its population nearly double during August, attracting over half a million visitors to the celebrated festivals, the telco said.

EE has collaborated with Edinburgh Council and Nokia to deploy small cells in high-demand locations such as the Royal Mile, the University of Edinburgh, Princes Street, Chambers Street, the National Museum, and the West End to accommodate the substantial influx of people and ensure seamless mobile connectivity.

Enhancing Consumer Experience

EE stated that the significance of mobile technology during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe cannot be understated, as visitors increasingly rely on smartphones for electronic ticketing, program listings, ticket booking on the go, and navigation to various venues. Moreover, the desire to share experiences with friends and family on social media platforms throughout the festival further emphasizes the importance of reliable mobile networks.

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Small cells

Small cells offer a unique advantage by utilizing existing street assets, such as the iconic red telephone boxes and lamp-posts, to deliver enhanced 4G capacity where building larger masts may not be feasible, particularly in city centres and transport hubs, said the teleco in its release.

In addition to the phone boxes and lamp-posts, EE has identified BT’s innovative new digital Street Hubs as potential sites for small cell installations, as reported by TelecomTalk. By working closely with the council, the company hopes to expand the network’s coverage further following the successful deployment of similar Street Hubs in cities like Glasgow and Birmingham.