Services

Purple Lantern supports events and temporary operations with practical, well planned communications and connectivity. Services can be delivered individually or combined into an integrated solution.

Event radio hire and communications systems

Reliable voice communications for teams, staff, and volunteers.

What this includes
  • Licensed radio hire with appropriate configuration
  • Repeaters to extend coverage across larger sites
  • Temporary masts and antenna solutions where required
  • Channel planning and basic radio discipline guidance
  • On site setup, testing, and support if needed
Typical use cases
  • Outdoor camps and large activity sites
  • Sporting events and races
  • Community and charity events
  • Sites with limited mobile coverage

Temporary Wi-Fi and Internet for events

Temporary connectivity where fixed infrastructure does not exist.

What this includes
  • Temporary internet backhaul (satellite or cellular as appropriate)
  • Local Wi-Fi for staff, control, and event operations
  • Network design appropriate to scale and use case
  • Segmentation for operational and staff access where required
  • Monitoring and support during live operations if agreed
Typical use cases
  • Event control and coordination such as ticketing and security
  • Camps and festivals requiring guest or staff Wi-Fi access
  • Temporary offices and command points at events
  • Rural sites needing reliable connectivity

Event control and operational support

Experienced support at the heart of an event, bridging communications and operations.

What this includes
  • Event control or coordination roles
  • Dispatch and communications support
  • Liaison between teams, organisers, and stewards
  • Support with planning, setup, and live operations
  • Practical on the ground presence during events
Typical use cases
  • Events needing structure without a large control team
  • Sites where communication is critical to safety
  • Organisers who want calm, experienced support

How we work

Most Purple Lantern engagements begin with a short conversation to understand your event, site, team structure and risks. From there we recommend a simple plan, confirm availability, and agree the scope and costs. Delivery can be equipment only, hands-on support, or a combined solution.

If you are not sure what you need yet, contact us with the basics and we can recommend a simple plan.