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Equilibrium 2 is the first WiredScore Platinum certified building in Romania

Press release 1/31/2024 10:00 AM CET

Equilibrium 2 is the first WiredScore Platinum certified building in Romania and the first Skanska project in the CEE to obtain such a valuable certification.

WiredScore certification recognizes and promotes best-in-class digitally connected buildings globally and helps increase the value of the building for both potential tenants and future owners.

Equilibrium

The widely recognized WiredScore certification seal is a trusted symbol that identifies buildings that have been independently certified to provide the best-in-class connectivity infrastructure that businesses require to thrive.

"At a time when technology is more important than ever, connectivity isn’t nice to have, it’s a prerequisite. That is why we have been working with WiredScore to measure, improve, and certify our digital connectivity in Equilibrium 2. We know how important is for our tenants to be able to benefit from excellent connectivity and infrastructure when they move into our building, right from the first day. The speed of change of technology always outpaces the speed of change of the digital infrastructure in a building, which is confirmed by the fact that over  70% of internet outages are caused by problems with the physical infrastructure inside buildings.

We are very proud of yet another premiere we bring to Romania in our projects: the first WiredScore certification and on top of that, with the highest certification level. " says Bogdan Cristian Voicu, Project Manager Commercial Development Division, Skanska CEE.

WiredScore Platinum Certification confirms that Equilibrium 2 is a space fully equipped in terms of internet, mobile infrastructure, and communication network connectivity and includes but is not limited to, a number of indicators:

Building infrastructure

The space allocated for service provider equipment is secured with access control and dedicated to improving data security and reducing risks of accidental damage;

There is spare capacity at the building points of entry to enable faster installation times and minimum disruption for new internet service providers;

There is space available in the telecommunication room(s) to accommodate new internet service providers, enabling faster installation times;

There is capacity available throughout at least one riser to enable faster installations of new connectivity service;

Climate control in a telecommunication room is protecting tenant internet services from overheating and condensation;

There are defined horizontal pathways on tenant floors to enable new tenant services to be run with minimum disruption.

Mobile and Wireless

There is reliable mobile performance for at least two operators in the building for tenants to connect or use as a backup internet solution;

There is free Wi-Fi 6 or better in reception areas, lobbies, indoor/outdoor amenity spaces, and car parks allows guests to remain connected at all times in the building;

There is space on the rooftop to install fixed wireless access (FWA), satellite dishes, off-air repeaters for mobile service, and other technologies.

Access Readiness

Three or more high-speed providers have telecommunications infrastructure within the vicinity and can service tenants upon request;

There is a standardized access agreement on file to speed up the installation of new service providers.

“The certification of Equilibrium 2 positions Skanska in Romania as early adopters in a rapidly evolving market. They are also not only leading the way in Romania but also within Skanska across CEE. This forward-thinking approach means that every new development Skanska brings to the market is equipped to meet the needs of even the most advanced international tenant." - Laura Klair, Head of CEE and Nordics at WiredScore.

WiredScore Platinum, LEED Platinum, Access4You Silver certifications, and Net Zero Carbon Building pre-certification for the Equlibrium2 building are just another confirmation of the special attention paid during construction to the comfort, safety, health and connectivity of tenants.