About 6G Future Network Services
The FNS consortium currently consists of 60 partners, including leading telecom and semiconductor manufacturers, mobile operators, ICT companies and research institutes. These partners will jointly research specific components of 6G: software antennas, AI-driven network software and leading-edge applications. In addition, a nationwide 6G testbed will be built in which components and applications will be tested.
Our vision
Mobile networks are driving the digitalisation of our society. They contribute to the growth of earning power in all sectors of the economy. Through innovation and cooperation between companies, knowledge institutions and the government, the Netherlands is acquiring a strong position in the global 6G value chain. The Future Network Services program will create an international top position for the Netherlands in 6G which will give a boost to the Dutch economy and sustainable earning capacity.
National Growth Fund invests in FNS Program
The FNS program has received a €61 million National Growth Fund grant to develop the next generation of mobile networks: 6G. In addition to the investment in phase 1, €142 million has been earmarked for phase 2 of this unique project.
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Peter Rake
Functie:Program DirectorSpecialisatie niet bekendPeter joined TNO with the start of the FNS program from September 2023. Before that, he was responsible for the 5Groningen program on behalf of Economic Board Groningen for over 7 years.
In this 5G living lab, he worked with telecom operators, international suppliers and research institutes on dozens of innovative pilot projects of mainly northern SMEs. Prior to this position, Peter worked for more than 20 years as ICT manager at KPN.
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E-mail:E-mail Peter
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LinkedIn:Peter on LinkedIn
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Paul Wijngaard
Functie:Allliance DirectorSpecialisatie niet bekendPaul Wijngaard is the Alliance Director at the 6G Future Network Services Program Board. In this public-private partnership in the Netherlands he plays a key role in overseeing the collaboration between government entities and private sector partners. His responsibility revolves around ensuring that the partnership operates effectively, meets its objectives, and serves the interests of all stakeholders.
Paul joined TNO 5 years ago after having worked for almost 30 years for Telco operators and network technology vendors. Paul is one of the founding fathers of the 6G Future Network Services program. He gained proficiency in Sales and General Management, Strategy, M&A, Cost Restructuring, IT system implementation and Interim Manager. He worked as a General Manager at Concepts ICT (independent ISP in Breda, daughter company of Easynet Netherlands) and has gained extensive line management experience as Director Sales at Technetix, Verizon (MCI WorldCom) and UPC Netherlands.
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E-mail:E-mail Paul
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LinkedIn:Paul on LinkedIn
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