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Rapid restoration of communications in disasters - Nogata City recovered internet access in ~15 minutes using satellite access and PicoCELA wireless access point

Rapid restoration of communications in disasters -- Nogata City recovered internet access in ~15 minutes using satellite access and PicoCELA wireless access point
PicoCELA CEO Hiroshi Furukawa attended the signing of a digital transformation partnership with the City of Nogata (July 1, 2025).
Local Government Public Safety
Customer: Nogata City, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan
Industry: Local Government / Public Safety
Product: PCWL-0510
Highlights: ~15 minutes / 600 m × 400 m coverage / mobile battery operation / waterproof hardware

Background

About the customer: Nogata City launched a disaster-response project to strengthen local resilience through the use of advanced communication technologies. The project aims to build practical and scalable communication infrastructure that ensures stable connectivity for emergency operations, even under severe conditions such as power outages or damaged networks.

As part of this initiative, Nogata City sought to enhance its disaster-response capabilities by establishing an emergency Wi-Fi network that could be deployed quickly when conventional communication infrastructure was unavailable. The goal was to enable rapid information sharing and coordination among emergency teams in disaster scenarios.

Challenges (Before)

  • Need for wide-area coverage in disaster zones
  • Lack of communication infrastructure during emergencies
  • Harsh outdoor conditions (rain, dust, night operation)
  • Limited technical expertise among local staff for network setup
Rapid restoration of communications in disasters -- Nogata City recovered internet access in ~15 minutes using satellite access and PicoCELA wireless access point

Why PicoCELA / Key Factors for Implementation

  • Nogata City selected PicoCELA's PCWL-0510 and wireless multi-hop backhaul solution for the following reasons:
    • Quick setup (~15 minutes) using satellite connectivity
    • Wide-area Wi-Fi coverage (approx. 600 m × 400 m)
    • Operation with mobile batteries and waterproof hardware (IP-rated)
    • Centralized management and guided deployment enabling use by non-specialists
Rapid restoration of communications in disasters -- Nogata City recovered internet access in ~15 minutes using satellite access and PicoCELA wireless access point
Rapid restoration of communications in disasters -- Nogata City recovered internet access in ~15 minutes using satellite access and PicoCELA wireless access point

Results (After)

  • Emergency Wi-Fi network established in about 15 minutes
  • Reliable communication via satellite access and wireless backhaul
  • Real-time image and data sharing enabled faster damage assessment
  • Improved coordination among response teams during disaster drills
  • Demonstrated scalable model for municipal emergency communication