The agreement will allow EWT to benefit from global connectivity at no additional cost, enabling large-scale deployment of IoT devices and improving current operations.
Sateriot has signed an agreement with Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT), a South African NGO celebrating its 50th anniversary, to equip vultures with 5G IoT sensors. This partnership represents an important step forward in protecting endangered species and combating poaching in Africa.
The partnership will extend 5G satellite coverage to NGOs such as EWT, seamlessly facilitated through standard roaming with existing mobile network operators (MNOs). This eliminates the need for additional satellite user equipment and allows NGOs to leverage the same terrestrial standards used by mobile operators to extend their operational reach.
IoT connectivity in remote locations has long been a challenge, especially in areas where much of the planet’s biodiversity resides. This agreement will enable EWT to benefit from true global connectivity at no additional cost, enabling large-scale deployment of IoT devices and enhancing current operations.
Illegal trade has poisoned thousands of vultures across Africa, putting their populations at risk and rapidly moving them toward extinction. To address this threat, EWT has developed a pioneering rapid poisoning detection system called ‘Eye in the Sky’ that utilizes vultures’ natural behavior and GPS tracking technology.
Alison Janicke, EWT’s Director of Business Development, thanked Satelliot for its support and emphasized the significant impact Satelliot has had on the organization’s conservation efforts. Mr. Janicke emphasized that the financial relief provided by Satelliot will allow for free time to allocate funds to important conservation efforts and fundraise.
Gianluca Redolfi, CCO of Satelliot, envisions a future where satellite connectivity will revolutionize NGO involvement in conservation efforts. By leveraging Sateliot’s advanced capacity allocation technology, NGOs can access free satellite capacity in specific time frames and locations, ensure efficient data transmission, and maximize ground impact. Masu.
