Jan 2013
TITLE	TYPE	DATES	LOCATION	CTRY
3GPPRAN5–TTCN email 2013	AH	1 Jan — 28 Dec 2013	Electronic meeting
3GPPGERAN3new-TTCN email 2013	AH	1 Jan — 30 Dec 2013	Electronic meeting
3GPPSA5#87	OR	14 — 18 Jan 2013	Malta	MT
3GPPCT6#67	OR	15 — 18 Jan 2013	Innsbruck	AT
3GPPSA3#70	OR	21 — 25 Jan 2013	Sophia Antipolis	FR
3GPPSA1-GCSE_LTE and ProSe	AH	23 — 25 Jan 2013	Prague	CZ
3GPPSA1#61	OR	28 Jan — 1 Feb 2013	Prague	CZ
3GPPRAN4#66	OR	28 Jan — 1 Feb 2013	Malta	MT
3GPPRAN5#58	OR	28 Jan — 1 Feb 2013	Malta	MT
3GPPSA2#95	OR	28 Jan — 1 Feb 2013	Prague	CZ
3GPPSA4#72	OR	28 Jan — 1 Feb 2013	Valencia	ES
3GPPCT1#82	OR	28 Jan — 1 Feb 2013	San Jose Del Cabo	MX
3GPPCT3#72	OR	28 Jan — 1 Feb 2013	San Jose Del Cabo	MX
3GPPCT4#60	OR	28 Jan — 1 Feb 2013	San Jose Del Cabo	MX
3GPPRAN1#72	OR	28 Jan — 1 Feb 2013	Malta	MT
3GPPRAN2#81	OR	28 Jan — 1 Feb 2013	Malta	MT
3GPPRAN3#79	OR	28 Jan — 1 Feb 2013	Malta	MT
Feb 2013
TITLE	TYPE	DATES	LOCATION	CTRY
3GPPSA3#48-LI	OR	5 — 7 Feb 2013	Dublin	IE
3GPPGERAN#57	OR	25 Feb — 1 Mar 2013	Vienna	AT
3GPPRAN#59	OR	26 Feb — 1 Mar 2013	Vienna	AT
3GPPGERAN1#57	OR	26 — 28 Feb 2013	Vienna	AT
3GPPGERAN2#57	OR	26 — 28 Feb 2013	Vienna	AT
3GPPGERAN3new#57	OR	26 — 28 Feb 2013	Vienna	AT
3GPPCT#59	OR	27 Feb — 1 Mar 2013	Vienna	AT
Mar 2013
TITLE	TYPE	DATES	LOCATION	CTRY
3GPPSA#59	OR	4 — 6 Mar 2013	Vienna	AT
3GPP-FFG#33	OR	5 Mar 2013	Vienna	AT
3GPPSA4#72-BIS	OR	11 — 15 Mar 2013	San Diego	US
3GPPRAN4#66-AH-MIMO-OTA	AH	12 — 13 Mar 2013	Munich	DE
Apr 2013
TITLE	TYPE	DATES	LOCATION	CTRY
3GPPPCG#30	OR	3 Apr 2013	Kista	SE
3GPPOP#29	OR	4 Apr 2013	Kista	SE
3GPPCT3#72-BIS CANCELLED	OR	8 — 12 Apr 2013
3GPPCT1#82-bis	OR	8 — 12 Apr 2013	San Diego	US
3GPPCT4#60-BIS CANCELLED	OR	8 — 12 Apr 2013
3GPPSA2#96	OR	8 — 12 Apr 2013	San Diego	US
3GPPSA3#71	OR	8 — 12 Apr 2013	Valencia	ES
3GPPGERAN3new#58-Electronic Mt	OR	8 Apr — 8 May 2013	Electronic meeting
3GPPSA5#88	OR	15 — 19 Apr 2013	Qingdao	CN
3GPPRAN4#66-BIS	OR	15 — 19 Apr 2013	Chicago	US
3GPPSA4#73	OR	15 — 19 Apr 2013	Qingdao	CN
3GPPRAN3#79-BIS	OR	15 — 19 Apr 2013	Chicago	US
3GPPRAN2#81-BIS	OR	15 — 19 Apr 2013	Chicago	US
3GPPRAN1#72-BIS	OR	15 — 19 Apr 2013	Chicago	US
3GPPSA3#49-LI	OR	16 — 18 Apr 2013	Chicago	US
May 2013
TITLE	TYPE	DATES	LOCATION	CTRY
3GPPSA1#62	OR	6 — 10 May 2013	New Delhi	IN
3GPPGERAN#58	OR	13 — 17 May 2013	Xiamen	CN
3GPPGERAN1#58	OR	14 — 16 May 2013	Xiamen	CN
3GPPGERAN2#58	OR	14 — 16 May 2013	Xiamen	CN
3GPPCT4#61	OR	20 — 24 May 2013	Chengdu	CN
3GPPRAN5#59	OR	20 — 24 May 2013	Fukuoka	JP
3GPPRAN4#67	OR	20 — 24 May 2013	Fukuoka	JP
3GPPRAN1#73	OR	20 — 24 May 2013	Fukuoka	JP
3GPPRAN2#82	OR	20 — 24 May 2013	Fukuoka	JP
3GPPRAN3#80	OR	20 — 24 May 2013	Fukuoka	JP
3GPPCT1#83	OR	20 — 24 May 2013	Chengdu	CN
3GPPCT3#73	OR	20 — 24 May 2013	Chengdu	CN
3GPPCT6#68	OR	21 — 24 May 2013	Fukuoka	JP
3GPPSA5#89	OR	27 — 31 May 2013	Sophia Antipolis	FR
3GPPSA2#97	OR	27 — 31 May 2013	TBD	KR
Jun 2013
TITLE	TYPE	DATES	LOCATION	CTRY
3GPPRAN#60	OR	11 — 14 Jun 2013	Oranjestad, Aruba	AW
3GPPCT#60	OR	12 — 14 Jun 2013	Oranjestad, Aruba	AW
3GPPSA#60	OR	17 — 19 Jun 2013	Oranjestad, Aruba	AW
3GPPSA3#50-LI	OR	25 — 27 Jun 2013	Sophia Antipolis	FR
Jul 2013
TITLE	TYPE	DATES	LOCATION	CTRY
3GPPSA3#72	OR	8 — 12 Jul 2013	China	CN
3GPPSA4#74	OR	8 — 12 Jul 2013	Dublin	IE
3GPPSA2#98	OR	15 — 19 Jul 2013	Valencia	ES
Aug 2013
TITLE	TYPE	DATES	LOCATION	CTRY
3GPPCT4#62	OR	5 — 9 Aug 2013	Vienna	AT
3GPPCT3#74	OR	5 — 9 Aug 2013	Vienna	AT
3GPPCT1#84	OR	5 — 9 Aug 2013	Vienna	AT
3GPPRAN5#60	OR	5 — 9 Aug 2013	Porto	PT
3GPPCT6#69	OR	6 — 9 Aug 2013	Wroclaw	PL
3GPPRAN1#74	OR	19 — 23 Aug 2013	Barcelona	ES
3GPPRAN3#81	OR	19 — 23 Aug 2013	Barcelona	ES
3GPPRAN2#83	OR	19 — 23 Aug 2013	Barcelona	ES
3GPPSA1#63	OR	19 — 23 Aug 2013	Zagreb	HR
3GPPRAN4#68	OR	19 — 23 Aug 2013	Barcelona	ES
3GPPGERAN#59	OR	26 — 30 Aug 2013	Sofia	BG
3GPPSA5#90	OR	26 — 30 Aug 2013	Valencia	ES
3GPPGERAN1#59	OR	27 — 29 Aug 2013	Sofia	BG
3GPPGERAN2#59	OR	27 — 29 Aug 2013	Sofia	BG
3GPPGERAN3new#59	OR	27 — 29 Aug 2013	Sofia	BG
Sep 2013
TITLE	TYPE	DATES	LOCATION	CTRY
3GPPRAN#61	OR	3 — 6 Sep 2013	Porto	PT
3GPPCT#61	OR	4 — 6 Sep 2013	Porto	PT
3GPPSA#61	OR	9 — 11 Sep 2013	Porto	PT
3GPPSA2#99	OR	23 — 27 Sep 2013	TBD	CN
3GPPSA4#75	OR	23 — 27 Sep 2013	TBD
Oct 2013
TITLE	TYPE	DATES	LOCATION	CTRY
3GPPCT1#84-bis TO BE DECIDED	OR	7 — 11 Oct 2013		EU
3GPPCT3#74-BIS TO BE DECIDED	OR	7 — 11 Oct 2013		EU
3GPPRAN1#74-BIS	OR	7 — 11 Oct 2013	Guangzhou	CN
3GPPRAN2#83-BIS	OR	7 — 11 Oct 2013	Ljubljana	SI
3GPPRAN3#81-BIS	OR	7 — 11 Oct 2013	Venice	IT
3GPPRAN4#68-BIS	OR	7 — 11 Oct 2013	Riga	LV
3GPPCT4#62-BIS TO BE DECIDED	OR	7 — 11 Oct 2013		EU
3GPPSA5#91	OR	14 — 18 Oct 2013	TBD	CN
3GPPGERAN3new#60-Electronic Mt	OR	14 Oct — 13 Nov 2013	Electronic meeting
3GPPPCG#31	OR	30 Oct 2013	TBD	JP
3GPPOP#30	OR	31 Oct 2013	TBD	JP
Nov 2013
TITLE	TYPE	DATES	LOCATION	CTRY
3GPPSA4#76	OR	4 — 8 Nov 2013	Osaka	JP

 

MEETING TYPES
	AH = Ad Hoc	CM = Chairmen’s meeting
	JM = Joint	OR = Ordinary
	PL = Plenary	PM = Preparatory Meeting
	RG = Rapporteurs Group	RM = Resolution Meeting
	SG = Steering Group	ST = Startup Meeting
	TG = Task Group	WG = Working Group
	WS = Work Shop	XO = Extraordinary

The mobile ecosystem is expanding at lightning speed, with endless innovation and new applications of mobile technology.  From contactless payments and augmented reality to embedded devices and connected cities ­– mobile technology is changing the landscape. The impact mobile will have on the world is limitless.

Join us in Barcelona for Mobile World Congress 2013 as together we explore the New Mobile Horizon.

Even the landscape of Mobile World Congress will look different in 2013.  While the Mobile World Capital Barcelonaremains our host, we’re moving to a state-of-the-art new facility, Fira Gran Via. Learn more about our exciting new venuehere.

Depending on the type of pass you select, attendees can take advantage of the many components that make up this industry-leading event:

• A world-class thought-leadership conference featuring visionary keynotes and panel discussions
• A cutting-edge product and technology exhibition featuring 1,500 exhibitors
• The world’s best venue for seeking industry opportunities, making deals, and networking
• App Planet, the Centre of the Mobile Apps Universe, where the mobile app community gathers to learn, network and engage with innovators
• mPowered Brands, where marketers, advertisers and global brands explore the possibilities in mobile marketing
• And the Global Mobile Awards programme, where we recognise advancements and achievements in the industry

The 2012 Mobile World Congress was our largest and most exciting event to date, yet we’re planning an even better event in 2013. Mark your calendars now for 25-28 February 2013 – you won’t want to miss it!

About the Show

CTIA 2013™ advances intelligence for those serious about wireless.

Presented by CTIA–The Wireless Association®, the proven authority leading the mobile movement since 1984, CTIA 2013 will continue to illuminate the future by showcasing the leaders, ideas and experiences transforming our dynamic industry. With mobile technology at the forefront of all areas of business, CTIA 2013 is the year’s must attend event. Prepare for tomorrow. Get smarter. Think big.

Quick Show Stats

• May 21 – 23, 2013 
• Sands Expo & Convention Center
• Las Vegas, Nevada USA
• 40,000 Qualified Professionals
• 1,000 Exhibitors / 300,000+ sq. ft.
• 1,100 Media & Analysts

• #CTIA13

2013 Agenda At A Glance

Monday 24^th June 2013

HANDLING THE SURGE IN SIGNALING TRAFFIC FOCUS DAY

• What is Diameter Signaling and how will it inevitably affect your network?
• When is the right time to deploy Diameter signaling solutions?
• Analysing the marriage between IMS and LTE
• Roaming in the LTE World – the role of Diameter signaling
• Effectively handling the increased data with load balancing
• Smart phone growth implications
• Tracking and preparing a network for the oncoming surge in signaling traffic

LTE OPERATOR MINDSHARE

A series of interactive roundtables encouraging open debate being led by leading Operator Executives. Four themes of discussion:

• Monetising LTE
• Small Cells & HetNets
• Optimising LTE networks
• Voice over LTE and Service Innovation

Tuesday 25^th June 2013

> Analyst Breakfast Briefing Session

> Morning Keynote Presentations

Track 1: Service Innovation

• Leveraging CEM
• Improving the customer experience with RCS
• Maximising the M2M Opportunity
• Identifying the Cloud Impact
• Accommodating Mobile Video
• Value Added Security

Track 2: LTE Roaming; Spectrum Management

• End User Expectations/Requirements from Roaming
• Testing LTE Roaming
• Monetising LTE Roaming Innovatively
• Impact of Spectrum Fragmentation on Roaming
• Economics of Spectrum Acquisition
• 450Mhz band for LTE?
• TV White Space: A disruptive technology?

Track 3: HetNets

• Maximising Capacity with a Comprehensive HetNet
• Scaling LTE with Small Cells & HetNets
• Different Deployment Options
• Small Cell Upgrades – from 3G to LTE
• Smart Cells
• WiFi Integration & Offloading
• Role of SON within Small Cells

Track 4: Handling the Mobile Data Explosion

• Monetising Policy Control and Charging
• Diameter Protocol
• Maximising Enterprise Offering with Policy Control
• Big data and analytics
• Cost and Traffic Considerations of Network Sharing
• EPC Developments

Mobile Backhaul Summit Day One

• Backhaul Evolution – what does the future hold?
• Leasing vs own builds
• Financial considerations for backhaul investment
• Role of backhaul in optimum QoS
• Evaluation of different backhaul technologies
• Implementing the right mix of technologies

 

Wednesday 26^th June 2013

> Analyst Breakfast Briefing Session

> Morning Keynote Presentations

Track 5: Monetising LTE

• Value Proposition of Network Sharing
• Wholesale Business Models
• Partnerships Opportunities between Operators and Content Providers
• LTE as a substitute to Fixed Broadband?
• Boosting LTE adoption with the right charging approach
• TD LTE in Emerging Markets

Track 6: Voice & Device Developments

• Evaluating the different voice options
• Enabling advanced features through VoLTE
• Raising VoLTE limitations
• Integrating VoLTE into the device
• Ensuring a Seamless Multi-Device Experience
• Low-end Device Availability

Track 7: LTE-Advanced; The Future of LTE

• 3GPP LTE-A Updates
• Carrier Aggregation
• What is achievable with a LTE-A network?
• Antenna Developments on the road to LTE-A
• Device and Chipset Requirements for LTE-A Speeds
• LTE-B / LTE-Hi and beyond:
• Combining a TD-LTE, FD-LTE Network

Track 8: Network Optimisation

• Overlay vs Single RAN Deployment
• SDN to increase Network Flexibility
• Comprehensive OSS strategies
• LTE Network Security
• T&M
• Energy Efficient LTE Networks
• SON in the Macro Network
• Precise Timing & Synchronisation

 

Mobile Backhaul Summit Day Two

• HetNet implications on Backhaul rollout
• Testing LTE Backhaul networks in multi-vendor environments
• Role of public agencies / city authorities
• Wifi offloading strategies and the impact on backhaul
• Securing the backhaul connection
• Environmental / situation specific backhaul considerations

 

Exhibition Forums – 25^th & 26^th June

> MOBILE APP HUB

> 5G

> PUBLIC SAFETY LTE FORUM

• Assessing the ‘must-haves’ of a Public Safety Network
• Critical LTE Standards Necessary for Public Safety Networks
• Regulatory Update on Public Safety and Utilities Spectrum
• Effectively Governing and Monitoring a LTE Public Safety Network
• First Responder and Service Provider Partnerships: Is Collaboration Critical?
• Device Developments in the Public Safety Space

San Francisco

September 24th — 27th

6 Day Event Series

1000+ Participating Companies

DataWeek 2013 Conference + Festival is the second-annual 6-day data-centric event in downtown San Francisco. Our team’s goal is to organize the largest data-centric event in the nation and exceed the 1,500 city-wide festival attendees who participated in DataWeek 2012!

Each day of DataWeek has a different business and technology focus ranging from the Saturday / Sunday hackathon activities, the Monday / Tuesday technical workshops, and the Wednesday / Thursday conference & expo. One pass gets you into all official events of the DataWeek Conference + Festival,register now!

We organize the entrepreneurs, companies, technologies, experts, media, investors, developers, and executives across Big Data, Social Data, Cloud Data, API Infrastructure, Hadoop, Twitter Data, NoSQL Technologies, Platform-asa-Service, Advertising and Targeting Data.

 

20-21 November 2013
Westin Galleria, Dallas, Texas, USA

 

1000+ Attendees Gathered in Dallas for North America’s Premier Networking Event for the 4G community!

LTE North America 2012 was a great success with 1000+ attendees coming together to discuss strategies, build partnerships and drive the industry forwards.  The attendees were drawn from 400+ unique companies, including 60+ different carrier companies.

• 150 speakers presented across the three days including CxOs from North America’s leading carriers
• The show floor was buzzing with excitement as our 50+ leading LTE exhibitorsshowcased their latest products and solutions and generated hundreds of new business prospects.
• Delegates enjoyed priceless, practical content and proven expertise during the 7 focused conference tracks covering the hottest topics
• VoLTE proved an extremely popular track among delegates and we are now delighted to announce a new launch event for next year to satisfy this demand – ‘LTE Voice Summit 2013′
• The keynote panel discussion on Day 2 was a particular highlight for many as Google, AT&T, MetroPCS, and Sony Mobile joined together to discuss and debate how to ensure effective collaboration to realise the benefits of LTE.

• Exhibitors used the event as an ideal platform to host back-to-back meetings with targeted, senior-level decision makers, making use of the meeting rooms and dedicated networking zones.

With North America being the world’s dominant LTE market and subscriptions forecast to boom six-fold from 26 million at end-2012 to 162 million by end-2017, according to Informa Telecoms & Media, next year’s event is set to be our biggest and best yet!

Moving on to its 6th year in 2013, the event is now firmly established as THE premium networking event for the North American 4G community – see you next year in Dallas – 20-21 November 2013!