September 2026 | Espoo, Finland.
The trial demonstrates how millimeter-wave spectrum can deliver substantially greater capacity than the 3.5 GHz bands commonly used for 5G deployments, while also reducing network latency. The solution combines zero-shot AI algorithms for tracking and pose estimation with 5G-TSN deterministic networking to achieve sub-10 ms latency.
Validated at TRL 6 through two Michelin industrial pilots focused on parts transportation and coextrusion monitoring 5G-MHAR resolves single-robot occlusion challenges, improves energy efficiency, and delivers public datasets for ongoing research. These enhanced capabilities will unlock new industrial use cases, particularly in manufacturing environments, where high-definition cameras, automation systems, and real-time analytics are increasingly used to monitor, optimize and control production processes.
Jose Costa-Requena, CEO of Cumucore, said “This milestone highlights Cumucore’s commitment to delivering innovative solutions through strong partnerships and technology leadership. Together, we are unlocking the full potential of advanced industrial automation, enabling companies to improve productivity, safety, efficiently at scale”.
“We are proud to collaborate with the University of Burgos and Cumucore on initiatives that advance the future of connectivity and automation in Spain. Partnerships like these help bridge the gap between academic innovation and the industrial applications that can create real-world impact,” said Ignacio Gallego, Country Manager Nokia Spain.
J. Enrique Sierra-García, Head of Robotic Lab at University of Burgos, said “This milestone demonstrates the value of collaboration between research institutions and technology providers in shaping the future of Industry 5.0. Together we are investigating how 5G/6G-enabled human-robot interaction can improve productivity, safety, efficiency, and adaptability in increasingly complex operational environments”.
“To advance next-generation Human-Robot Interaction (HRI) technologies, FORTIS provides external innovators with funding, technical expertise, and industry collaboration opportunities through its Open Call initiatives. Among the projects funded under FORTIS OC#1 is 5G-MHAR (5G-TSN-Driven Multi-Robot Human Activity Recognition), developed by the University of Burgos, Cumucore and Nokia,” concluded Daniela Fonseca, FORTIS Open Call Manager.
About Cumucore
Cumucore is a Finnish leader in cloud-native private mobile network software, providing secure 4G and 5G solutions for industrial, enterprise, research, and mission-critical applications. The company is at the forefront of Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) and deterministic industrial communications, enabling seamless integration between private 5G networks and industrial automation systems. With more than 100 deployments worldwide across manufacturing, mining, logistics, public safety, and broadcasting, Cumucore’s mission is to make private mobile networks easy to deploy and operate, helping organizations unlock the full potential of industrial automation, AI, and robotics.
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About Nokia
Nokia is the world’s leading provider of network technology and enables a new era of artificial intelligence. We are developing the networks of the future that connect people, devices and intelligence. Our network solutions span fixed and mobile networks, as well as IP, optical, core, and data center networks. Our secure, AI-native network infrastructure enables the application and utilization of AI on a global scale.
About the University of Burgos
The University of Burgos (UBU) is a leading public university in northern Spain, recognized for excellence in research, innovation, and knowledge transfer. Through multidisciplinary research and strong industry collaboration, UBU advances developments in engineering, robotics, digitalization, biotechnology, health sciences, and sustainable technologies. As a member of the RUN-EU alliance, the university promotes international cooperation and applied research, driving digital and sustainable transformation through education, scientific excellence, and innovation. UBU’s mission is to generate impactful knowledge, promote talent, and support the digital and sustainable transformation of industry and society through excellence in education, research, and innovation.
About FORTIS project
FORTIS is a Horizon Europe project focused on advancing trustworthy human-robot interaction through AI, robotics, and multimodal communication technologies. By developing human-centric solutions that enable robots to understand, collaborate, and communicate more naturally with people, FORTIS aims to enhance safety, productivity, and operational efficiency across sectors such as construction, infrastructure services, and manufacturing. The project demonstrates how next-generation robotic systems can support the transition toward more intelligent, adaptive, and human-centered workplaces.
