Connected anytime, anywhere 

Mobile coverage is guaranteed in most parts of the Netherlands and, with over 600 roaming partners, coverage is usually reliable worldwide. However, some blind spots remain. "That's when satellite connectivity comes into its own," says Bram van den Nouweland, Commercial Product Manager IoT Connectivity at KPN IoT. Additional satellite coverage can be useful in multiple situations, e.g. for offshore environments, remote construction sites or extensive agricultural areas. With satellite coverage, you’re still able to continuously transmit data from these locations. For the purpose of asset tracking, emergency communications or geological monitoring, for example. "Skylo sends data from an IoT device directly to a satellite, which then forwards it to the KPN network through a ground station." 

Seamless integration without complex hardware 

The technology behind the partnership between KPN and Skylo is based on 3GPP standards. This makes it possible to seamlessly integrate mobile networks with satellite networks. And, more importantly: using relatively simple hardware. Not via large satellite dishes but compact modules that fit in virtually any IoT device. "This makes it a practical and scalable solution for sectors like logistics, agriculture, energy and the emergency services," Bram says. 

Getting started with satellite connectivity 

Interested in satellite connectivity for your company? We're here to help and will always offer you the best subscription for your needs. However, your device must be able to connect to the satellite network. To do this, it must be compliant with 3GPP standards and be certified by Skylo. Of course, we are happy to help you with this too. 

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