A £1.55 million investment from the Digital Infrastructure Programme’s 5G Innovation Fund has enabled the rollout of advanced 5G infrastructure across Swansea University’s campuses and local hospital sites.
This digital foundation underpins the National Institute for Sport and Health (NISH), a world-first research and innovation environment focused on improving population health, wellbeing, and performance.
While the 5G network supports cutting-edge research and clinical innovation, it’s also delivering tangible benefits to communities across the region.
As part of the project’s commitment to social value, Vodafone has donated 3,000 SIM cards to help tackle data poverty. These are being distributed by Swansea University to individuals and families most in need, enabling access to essential online services, education, and healthcare.
Through Vodafone’s charity partnership with the Good Things Foundation, people can access smartphones, tablets, and laptops via the national device bank, which provides refurbished devices to individuals who may not otherwise have access. With more than 30 locations across the Swansea Bay Region participating in this growing network, this support is already making a difference, helping people stay connected, build digital confidence, and access new opportunities. Professor Keith Lloyd, Head of Swansea Medical School, Swansea University said:
This investment in 5G infrastructure is not just about enabling innovation—it’s about unlocking opportunity. By improving digital access, we’re helping people lead healthier, more connected lives.Professor Keith Lloyd, Head of Swansea Medical School, Swansea University
