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Avanti Communications Conducts Groundbreaking Satellite Connectivity Test for More Secure and Resilient Financial Operations

Johannesburg, South Africa – [17th July 2024] – Avanti Communications (“Avanti”), a leading global multi-orbit provider of fully integrated connectivity services and solutions, has undertaken a satellite connectivity test with BankservAfrica, Africa’s largest automated clearing house with Capitec Bank, one of South Africa’s top retail banks. The successful completion of this…
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Avanti Communications accredits StarWin’s Ka-Band LeopardWin and Leopard Terminals on its network

The accreditation will bring next-generation adaptable connectivity solutions to defence and security customers, enabling communications mobility in all domains LONDON, 20 MAY 2024 – Global multi-orbit satellite provider, Avanti Communications (“Avanti”), today announces the accreditation of StarWin’s new Ka-band LeopardWin and Leopard terminals on its network. The accreditations strengthen Avanti…
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Avanti Communications launches LEO services in South Africa

Avanti has partnered with Q-KON to provide LEO satellite connectivity to customers across the country LONDON, 13TH MAY 2024: Avanti Communications (“Avanti”), the global multi-orbit satellite technology provider, today announces the launch of Low-Earth-Orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity services in South Africa. Avanti has partnered with Q-KON, a leading satellite engineering…
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Avanti secures authorisation for HYLAS 4 satellite gateway in Senegal

London 4th March 2024: Avanti Communications (“Avanti”) has been granted the authorisation required for its HYLAS 4 satellite gateway station in Diamniadio, Senegal. The Infrastructure Operator Authorisation, which was granted on 29 February 2024 by the Minister of Communications, Telecommunications and Digital, Mr. Moussa Bocar Thiam, means the gateway’s state-of-the-art infrastructure…
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World class athletes Hannah Mills OBE and Marlie Packer sign partnership deals with Avanti Communications

London, 12th February 2024: Avanti Communications (“Avanti”) today announces it has partnered with two-time Olympic gold medallist and three-time World Champion in competitive sailing, Hannah Mills OBE, and Saracens and England women’s rugby captain, Marlie Packer. Hannah and Marlie will be working closely with Avanti over the next twelve months to strengthen and promote the satellite provider’s CSR and Sustainability initiatives.…
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Avanti Communications Repositions Business with Multi-Orbit Strategy

London, 10th November 2023: Avanti Communications (“Avanti”) today announces a significant strategic repositioning from an operator of satellites in geostationary orbit to a global multi-orbit provider of fully integrated connectivity services and solutions.  As a result of greater convergence between terrestrial and non-terrestrial connectivity, the satellite industry has grown rapidly…
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Avanti Communications and GISS launch first accredited Ka-band satcom terminal

London, 27th October 2023 – Avanti Communications (“Avanti”) has become the first Ka-band network to have been accredited on the Global Infrastructure & Security Solutions (“GISS”) ManPack Cobalt terminal. After successful testing on 23rd October 2023, Avanti is now able to offer more flexible and cost-effective communications-on-the-pause (COTP) solutions for government,…
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Avanti Communications, International Rescue Committee and Maxar Named Recipients of 2023 Better Satellite World Awards

New York City & London, 26th October 2023 – Space & Satellite Professionals International (SSPI) announced today the recipients of the industry’s ninth annual Better Satellite World Awards. The awards honour established companies along with disruptive innovators who make the world more prosperous, healthier, better-educated, sustainable and inclusive. An international…
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Meet Keziah, Our Safeguarding Officer for Education Projects

In rural communities where traditional internet infrastructure is limited or non-existent, satellite connectivity plays a pivotal role in bridging the digital divide in education. It facilitates remote learning and enhances teaching and learning outcomes by enabling access to online educational resources. Over the past decade, at Avanti, we have remained…
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Business Day Spotlight speaks to Kyle Whitehill

PODCAST | After 25 years of satellite in Africa, what’s next? Business Day Spotlight speaks to Kyle Whitehill, CEO of Avanti Communications, during his recent visit to South Africa. Join Kyle and host Mudiwa Gavaza to explore: 25 years of satellite growth Resilience strategies for African connectivity Avanti’s $800m investment…
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Avanti Communications seeks to provide ease-of-access in education to marginalised communities through satellites.

The rapidly growing African Space industry beckons. During a recent visit to South Africa, Debbie Mavis, Director for the satellite-focused Avanti Communications, shared the group’s strongly-founded intentions for the African continent’s educational and economic growth trajectory. Providing bespoke connectivity solutions across the globe, Avanti seeks to empower marginalised communities, improve…
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From extending EE’s 4G network to  connecting ships, explore some of our key success stories.

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Banking on Avanti Resilient Satellite Connectivity

A Leap Towards Uninterrupted Connectivity in South Africa Financial institutions across South Africa face several connectivity challenges, including unstable power grids, dependency on vulnerable terrestrial infrastructures, and increased risks from natural disasters. These challenges threaten the continuity of services, security of sensitive data, and the overall resilience of the financial…
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Connecting schools in Niger

With over 50% of the country’s population under 14 years old, education remains a major challenge in Niger. The need for quality education for both teachers and learners has never been more critical. However, the country’s limited resources cannot meet the growing demand for education within the large school-age population.…
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Delivering rural and ultra-rural connectivity in 700 rural sites across Nigeria

IHS Towers, a New York Stock Exchange listed company, is the fourth largest independent tower company by tower count globally. With operations in Africa, Latin America and the Middle East, they provide critical communications infrastructure across 11 countries. In Nigeria, their largest market, IHS operates almost 17,000 sites, mostly located…
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Successfully Navigating a Multi-Orbit World

Successfully Navigating a Multi-Orbit WorldIn a rapidly changing industry, multi-orbit satellite connectivity has taken centre stageIn 1962, NASA launched the world’s first communication satellite, Telstar, and the space communications industry was born. It took 50 years to reach the milestone of having 1,000 active satellites in orbit. Since then, the…
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