RAN Innovation: Infrastructure & UE
Evolution
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When
May 18-20, 2026
Introduction
Exploring RAN Antenna evolution and
innovation. Considering lessons learned from 5G deployment, 5G
monetization trends/use-cases. AI initiatives/use-cases to enhance
network performance, operation efficiency and customer experience.
Considering infrastructure and User Equipment advances. Direct to
Cell satellite (D2C): State of the Art NTN opportunities and
evolution. RedCap/eRedCap for IoT applications. Assessing Cloud
RAN/ORAN: State of the Art/Roadmaps, Massive MIMO Radios for new
FR2 spectrum targeting 6G. AI development for RAN to Improve KPIs,
Energy Savings and Automation. ISAC: Integrated Sensing and
Communication. Exploring antenna solutions for high-capacity use
cases, Radiated power efficiency, Innovative solutions for new FR2
bands. Empowering planning tools for modeling mMIMO with AI to
enhance prediction accuracy and data driven planning &
optimization. A view on-in-building enhanced capability. OTA lab
testing for devices, mMIMO products, multi-RAN vendors, testing
D2C satellite connectivity. Perspectives on 3GPP roadmap toward 6G
standards (SA, AI Native, MRSS, OTFS, ISAC. Spectrum outlook In
Canada, EMF/SC6, NTN Regulation and Policies, Future of Band 7 FDD
toward Band38/41 TDD.
Workshop Goals
- Consider lessons learned from 5G deployment, 5G monetization trends/use-cases
- Explore RAN antenna evolution and innovation
- Understand AI initiatives/use-cases which enhance network performance, operation efficiency and customer experience
- Identify Terrestrial and Non-Terrestrial Network opportunities and evolution
- Assess perspectives on 3GPP roadmap toward 6G standards
Agenda
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Day 1 May 18 07:00 PM |
Welcome Reception |
Montréal Marriott Château
Champlain 1050 Rue De la Gauchetière O,
Montréal, QC H3B 4C9 |
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Day 2 |
Arrival & Registration
at Rogers Office |
Rogers 800 Rue De La Gauchetiere Quest Montreal, Canada 4000 |
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09:00 AM |
Welcome, Opening Remarks & Introductions
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09:20 AM |
Keynote
Rogers Attendees:
Director, TX and RF Engineering; Senior Director, RAN Engineering & Innovation; Senior Manager Spectrum and EMF Technology; Senior Manager- RF Engineering West; Senior Manager- Planning and RF Engineering ATL; Senior Manager- RD Engineering East; Senior Manager- Planning East, Wireless Engineering; Network Partnership Manager, Strategic Projects; Radio System Designers; Senior Wireless Access Planners; Senior Radio System Designers-Wireless Engineering Optimization; Optimization Specialist- Wireless Engineering; Senior RF System Designer- IBS Wireless Engineering; RF System Designer- IBS Wireless Engineering
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Senior Director Wireless Access Network Planning & Engineering
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| 10:00 AM | Networking Break | |
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10:40 AM |
Voice Over GEO: From Proof of Concept to Commercial Reality
5G Enabling Airspace Transformation Towards a Connected Sky |
Director Technology- Access Networks and Standards,
Global Head Digital Airspace,
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12:00 PM |
Networking Lunch |
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| 1:00 PM |
Designing Base Station
Antennas for Network Performance Quantum Calibrated Optical True Time Delay (OTTD) for RF Beamforming Latest Chipset Solutions for the Radio Module |
Engineering Fellow and CTO North America Outdoor
Wireless Networks,
Research Scientist- Quantum Computing,
Wireless System Architect,
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3:00 PM |
Networking Break |
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3:40 PM |
CPU-First GenAI for
Optimizing Network and AI Workloads at the Edge RAN Optimization Using A Modern Data Platform. RAN Energy Opptimization and OPEX/CAPEX Savings |
CEO, Global Telecom CEO and Sales Representative,   |
| 5:00 PM | Adjourn | |
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7:00 PM |
Networking Dinner |
Le Bateau Mouche |
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DAY 3 May 20 08:45 AM |
Arrival & Registration at Rogers
* Security Check-In (Please be on time) |
Rogers 800 Rue De La Gaughetiere Quest Montreal, Canada 4000
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09:00 AM |
Machine Learning for Integrated Sensing and Communication
Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) Testbed Results and Performance
FR1 Massive MIMO OTA Testing Results
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Professor, Electrical & Computer Engineering,
Senior Expert, Multi Antenna Systems & Architectures AI & Technology Foresight,
VP Product Development,
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11:00 AM |
Networking Break |
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11:40 AM |
Convergence of 6G, AI, & Digital Twins: Shaping the Next Generation Wireless Networks
Network Planning Automation Through Agentic AI
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VP, Strategic Product Management & Ecosystem Partners
Cloud Product Manager- RAN Engineering,  |
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1:00 PM |
Networking Lunch |
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| 2:00 PM |
Main and Offset Site Design: Benefits and
Challenges RAN Antenna Solutions to Improve the Cell-Edge Experience |
Senior Manager RF Engineering- QC Access Network Quebec,
President and CTO,
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| 3:20 PM | Closing Panel | |
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3:40 PM |
Closing Remarks |
Host & Attendees |
| 4:00 PM | Adjourn |
FAQs
- What is the deadline for presentation/handout materials?
- Who are the attendees?
- What are the costs/registrations fees?
- Hotel information?
- What are the travel options from the airport to the hotel?
- Are there any audiovisual requirements?
- What is the dress code??
- How will handout materials be provided??
- What is the deadline for
presentation/handout materials?
Deadline for electronic version of presentation/handout materials: Sunday, May 17, 2026
- Who are the attendees?
- We do not permit the Press.
- We do not permit Analysts.
- We do not permit Consultants.
- We do not permit 3rd party sales reps.
- We only permit "first hand
knowledge experts" in business and technology issues,
prepared to contribute to the discussion.
- What are the costs/registrations fees?
Hosts, Speakers, Panel Members and Attendees will be asked to cover out-of-pocket workshop costs such as conference room costs, food (Social Reception plus/lunch/dinner and breaks, audio/visual costs, etc.)
This cost per person is $1199.
Hosts, Speakers, Panel Members and Attendees will be asked to pay this fee in advance with either Visa, MasterCard, American Express, cash, personal check or business check. Make checks payable to IWPC.
- Hotel information?
What are the travel options from the airport to the hotel?Montréal Marriott Château Champlain
1050 Rue De la Gauchetière O
Montreal, QC H3B 4C9
833-312-6166
- Are there any audiovisual requirements?
A Computer Projector will be available for the speakers.
In addition, we audiotape all presentations and the interactive discussions. Post workshop, presentations are made available to IWPC Members on the IWPC WEB site, along with “recordings” of all presentations and panel sessions.
- What is the dress code?
Business casual suggested. No ties, please!
- How will handout materials be provided?
For ALL IWPC members:
All IWPC members are invited to submit materials to be included in the online workshop folder in the IWPC Research Library. This should NOT BE SALES MATERIALS. Rather, we suggest it contain technical information about your technology as it relates to the workshop topics.
For all companies who will be making a presentation at the Workshop:
You are invited to submit an advance copy of your presentation, complete with graphics and illustrations. Please use PowerPoint 16:9 format and embed .mp4 videos if you have them. Please do not use .wmv, .avi or other video format, .mp4 only. No proprietary markings please. Do not include any pages or images that require going online or have security requirements. Everything needs to be embedded in the file and unprotected. The laptop that will display the presentations during the workshop is not connected to the internet so external links to YouTube or anywhere else will not work. All content must run locally in PowerPoint.
These materials will be included on the IWPC website Research Library for member access in PDF format.
- Go to www.iwpc.org
- Click on IWPC Activities Tab
- Under Workshop: RAN Innovation and UE Evolution
- Click on Submit Presentation Proposal. Complete the form and attach your presentation.
- Once we receive your presentation we will send an email confirmation.
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