Viasat and partners deliver first-of-its-kind direct-to-device demonstration in South America
Viasat (NASDAQ: VSAT) and partners GuardianSat, Quectel, and Acceleronix have successfully completed a groundbreaking direct-to-device (D2D) connectivity demonstration for the automotive sector in Brazil. The trial, conducted over four months between Blumenau and Curitiba, showcased vehicles connecting directly to Viasat's L-band satellites and Skylo's network.
The demonstration utilized 3GPP standards-based non-terrestrial-network (NTN) service infrastructure and Quectel's CC660D-LS NTN satellite communication modules, enabling seamless switching between satellite and cellular networks. This technology enables various automotive applications including:
- Positioning data tracking
- Predictive maintenance
- Emergency assistance
- Real-time supply chain monitoring
The successful trial marks a significant step toward mass-market adoption of satellite connectivity in the transport industry, particularly for areas outside cellular coverage. Viasat has recently joined the 5G Automotive Association and conducted similar demonstrations in India, Saudi Arabia, and UAE.
Viasat (NASDAQ: VSAT) e i partner GuardianSat, Quectel e Acceleronix hanno completato con successo una dimostrazione innovativa di connettività diretta ai dispositivi (D2D) per il settore automobilistico in Brasile. Il test, condotto nell'arco di quattro mesi tra Blumenau e Curitiba, ha mostrato veicoli che si collegano direttamente ai satelliti in banda L di Viasat e alla rete di Skylo.
La dimostrazione ha utilizzato un'infrastruttura di servizio basata su standard 3GPP per reti non terrestri (NTN) e i moduli di comunicazione satellitare NTN CC660D-LS di Quectel, consentendo un passaggio fluido tra reti satellitari e cellulari. Questa tecnologia abilita diverse applicazioni automobilistiche, tra cui:
- Tracciamento dei dati di posizionamento
- Manutenzione predittiva
- Assistenza in caso di emergenza
- Monitoraggio in tempo reale della catena di approvvigionamento
Il successo di questo test segna un passo significativo verso l'adozione di massa della connettività satellitare nell'industria dei trasporti, in particolare per le aree al di fuori della copertura cellulare. Viasat è recentemente entrata a far parte dell'Associazione Automobilistica 5G e ha condotto dimostrazioni simili in India, Arabia Saudita e UAE.
Viasat (NASDAQ: VSAT) y los socios GuardianSat, Quectel y Acceleronix han completado con éxito una demostración innovadora de conectividad directa a dispositivos (D2D) para el sector automotriz en Brasil. La prueba, realizada durante cuatro meses entre Blumenau y Curitiba, mostró vehículos conectándose directamente a los satélites en banda L de Viasat y a la red de Skylo.
La demostración utilizó una infraestructura de servicio basada en estándares 3GPP para redes no terrestres (NTN) y los módulos de comunicación satelital NTN CC660D-LS de Quectel, permitiendo un cambio fluido entre redes satelitales y celulares. Esta tecnología habilita diversas aplicaciones automotrices, incluyendo:
- Seguimiento de datos de posicionamiento
- Mantenimiento predictivo
- Asistencia en emergencias
- Monitoreo en tiempo real de la cadena de suministro
El éxito de esta prueba marca un paso significativo hacia la adopción masiva de la conectividad satelital en la industria del transporte, especialmente en áreas fuera de la cobertura celular. Viasat se ha unido recientemente a la Asociación Automotriz 5G y ha realizado demostraciones similares en India, Arabia Saudita y los EAU.
비아사트 (NASDAQ: VSAT)와 파트너인 가디안샛, 퀘텔, 아셀레로닉스가 브라질 자동차 부문을 위한 혁신적인 직접 장치 간 연결(D2D) 시연을 성공적으로 완료했습니다. 블루메나우와 쿠리치바 사이에서 4개월 동안 진행된 이 시험은 차량이 비아사트의 L-밴드 위성과 스카일로의 네트워크에 직접 연결되는 모습을 보여주었습니다.
이번 시연은 3GPP 표준 기반 비지상 네트워크 (NTN) 서비스 인프라와 퀘텔의 CC660D-LS NTN 위성 통신 모듈을 활용하여 위성 및 셀룰러 네트워크 간의 원활한 전환을 가능하게 했습니다. 이 기술은 다음과 같은 다양한 자동차 응용 프로그램을 지원합니다:
- 위치 데이터 추적
- 예측 유지보수
- 긴급 지원
- 실시간 공급망 모니터링
이번 성공적인 시험은 교통 산업에서 위성 연결의 대량 시장 채택을 향한 중요한 발걸음을 의미하며, 특히 셀룰러 커버리지 밖의 지역에서 그렇습니다. 비아사트는 최근 5G 자동차 협회에 가입했으며, 인도, 사우디아라비아, 아랍에미리트에서도 유사한 시연을 진행했습니다.
Viasat (NASDAQ: VSAT) et ses partenaires GuardianSat, Quectel et Acceleronix ont réussi à réaliser une démonstration révolutionnaire de connectivité directe aux appareils (D2D) pour le secteur automobile au Brésil. L'essai, mené sur quatre mois entre Blumenau et Curitiba, a montré des véhicules se connectant directement aux satellites en bande L de Viasat et au réseau de Skylo.
La démonstration a utilisé une infrastructure de service basée sur des normes 3GPP pour les réseaux non terrestres (NTN) et les modules de communication par satellite NTN CC660D-LS de Quectel, permettant un passage fluide entre les réseaux satellitaires et cellulaires. Cette technologie permet diverses applications automobiles, notamment :
- Suivi des données de positionnement
- Maintenance prédictive
- Assistance d'urgence
- Surveillance en temps réel de la chaîne d'approvisionnement
Le succès de cet essai marque une étape significative vers l'adoption massive de la connectivité par satellite dans l'industrie des transports, en particulier dans les zones hors couverture cellulaire. Viasat a récemment rejoint l'Association automobile 5G et a réalisé des démonstrations similaires en Inde, en Arabie Saoudite et aux Émirats Arabes Unis.
Viasat (NASDAQ: VSAT) und die Partner GuardianSat, Quectel und Acceleronix haben erfolgreich eine bahnbrechende Demonstration der direkten Gerät-zu-Gerät (D2D) Konnektivität für den Automobilsektor in Brasilien abgeschlossen. Der Test, der über einen Zeitraum von vier Monaten zwischen Blumenau und Curitiba durchgeführt wurde, zeigte Fahrzeuge, die sich direkt mit den L-Band-Satelliten von Viasat und dem Netzwerk von Skylo verbinden.
Die Demonstration nutzte eine auf 3GPP-Standards basierende Infrastruktur für nicht-terrestrische Netzwerke (NTN) und die NTN-Satellitenkommunikationsmodule CC660D-LS von Quectel, die einen nahtlosen Wechsel zwischen Satelliten- und Mobilfunknetzen ermöglichen. Diese Technologie ermöglicht verschiedene Automobilanwendungen, darunter:
- Positionsdatenverfolgung
- Vorausschauende Wartung
- Notfallhilfe
- Echtzeitüberwachung der Lieferkette
Der erfolgreiche Test markiert einen bedeutenden Schritt in Richtung der massenhaften Akzeptanz von Satellitenkonnektivität in der Transportbranche, insbesondere in Gebieten außerhalb der Mobilfunkabdeckung. Viasat ist kürzlich der 5G Automotive Association beigetreten und hat ähnliche Demonstrationen in Indien, Saudi-Arabien und den VAE durchgeführt.
- First successful automotive D2D connectivity demonstration in Brazil
- Technology enables new revenue streams through automotive services
- Strategic expansion into automotive sector through 5G Automotive Association membership
- Successfully demonstrated technology in multiple key markets (India, Saudi Arabia, UAE)
- Technology still in demonstration phase, not yet commercialized
- to narrowband applications only
Viasat and its ecosystem partners GuardianSat, Quectel, and Acceleronix, successfully complete trial in Brazil to showcase direct-to-device connectivity for the automotive industry
CARLSBAD, Calif., March 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications, today announced the first-of-its-kind demonstration of direct-to-device (D2D) connectivity for the automotive sector — opening the door for widescale adoption of satellite connectivity for automotive use cases.
In a country-first, the tests saw different vehicles connect directly to Viasat’s highly reliable L-band satellites and Skylo’s network, to provide narrowband tracking, monitoring and messaging capabilities. The trials took place over the last four months between Blumenau and Curitiba in Southern Brazil.
The tests, conducted by Viasat’s ecosystem partner GuardianSat, used 3GPP standards-based non-terrestrial-network (NTN) service infrastructure through Viasat’s connectivity partner, Acceleronix. In addition, Quectel Wireless Solutions provided advanced CC660D-LS NTN satellite communication modules, paired with Quectel’s high-performance antennas, that enabled the vehicles to seamlessly switch between satellite and cellular networks, ensuring uninterrupted connectivity based on location.
By leveraging 3GPP-enabled D2D technology, car manufacturers and service providers are able to offer a variety of new services to consumers and businesses. Vehicles can stay connected even in rural locations, allowing passengers and cargo to stay safe wherever they are. Narrowband applications for D2D in the automotive space will include the provision of positioning data, predictive maintenance, emergency and breakdown assistance, and real-time supply chain tracking.
Satellite and cellular technologies have started on a pathway to convergence after 3GPP’s Release 17 standard, which outlines an approach for devices like mobile phones, vehicles and industrial machinery to connect to satellites without a dedicated satellite terminal. This technology, known as direct-to-device, is changing the way that satellite connectivity is delivered.
Viasat is currently developing a direct-to-device ecosystem of chipset manufacturers, MNOs, OEMs and solution providers to augment its existing MSS network capabilities, which are already utilized for safety services at sea and in the air. The company recently joined the 5G Automotive Association to support connected transport applications, following three high-profile mobile device demonstrations in India, Saudi Arabia, and United Arab Emirates last quarter.
Sandeep Moorthy, Chief Technical Officer - Viasat Commercial Services, said: “When people think of direct-to-device they usually think about keeping cell-phones connected via satellite. While that is a vital benefit, there is also a massive opportunity for the transport industry, with the economics of direct-to-device opening the door for mass-market adoption. D2D satellite connectivity has the potential to save lives when drivers are outside of cellular networks, while connected vehicles can also provide real-time data for a huge range of applications which ultimately add up to a more efficient and sustainable transport sector.”
“The integration of Quectel’s CC660D-LS satellite module with Viasat’s network in this demonstration highlights the transformative potential of this technology,” said Ricardo Simon, Sales Director for LatAm at Quectel Wireless Solutions. “Seamless roaming between satellite and cellular networks ensures uninterrupted connectivity regardless of location, unlocking a broad range of critical applications.”
About Viasat
Viasat is a global communications company that believes everyone and everything in the world can be connected. With offices in 24 countries around the world, our mission shapes how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the world communicate and connect. Viasat is developing the ultimate global communications network to power high-quality, reliable, secure, affordable, fast connections to positively impact people’s lives anywhere they are - on the ground, in the air or at sea, while building a sustainable future in space. In May 2023, Viasat completed its acquisition of Inmarsat, combining the teams, technologies and resources of the two companies to create a new global communications partner. Learn more at www.viasat.com, the Viasat News Room or follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, Facebook, Bluesky, Threads, and YouTube.
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Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to the safe harbors created under the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements include, among others, statements that refer to the features, benefits, uses and performance of direct-to-device technology, including the solution offered by Viasat, Guardian SAT, Quectel and Acceleronix; and the future development of a direct-to-device ecosystem by Viasat. Readers are cautioned that actual results could differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ include: risks associated with the construction, launch and operation of satellites, including the effect of any anomaly, operational failure or degradation in satellite performance; our ability to successfully develop, introduce and sell new technologies, products and services; future technological dependencies required to realize D2D platforms; technological enhancements required to provide direct-to-device solutions including technology provided by OEMs, MNOs, chipset manufacturers and other members of the ecosystem; the effect of adverse regulatory changes (including changes affecting spectrum availability or permitted uses) on our ability to sell or deploy our products and services; changes in the way others use spectrum; our inability to access additional spectrum, use spectrum for additional purposes, and/or operate satellites at additional orbital locations; competing uses of the same spectrum or orbital locations that we utilize or seek to utilize; and other factors affecting the connectivity sector, generally. In addition, please refer to the risk factors contained in our SEC filings available at www.sec.gov, including our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date on which they are made. We undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements for any reason.
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