SES Networks: enabling rural connectivity with cost effective solutions

With the development of data-centric applications and overall expansion of communication needs, improving connectivity across Africa has never been more important. But the vastness of the continent often means high-speed connectivity comes with high cost. Christian Olsson, Senior Manager, Segment Market EMEA and North America at SES Networks, talks about how satellite-based solutions, together with terrestrial infrastructure, can meet both challenges.

TowerXchange: Could you introduce what SES Networks does and what kind of space and ground infrastructure it operates, particularly in our region?

SES Networks is a global managed data services provider for variety of sectors, including telecommunications, maritime, aeronautical, energy, as well as governments and institutions across the world.