Vodafone IoT and Skylo Technologies have partnered to integrate satellite-based NB-IoT (NTN) connectivity into Vodafone’s global IoT platform, enabling devices to switch seamlessly between cellular and satellite networks using a single SIM. Built on 3GPP Release 17 standards, the solution works with standard IoT hardware and is managed through Vodafone’s existing IoT platform, closing coverage gaps in remote and underserved areas. Following global trials, the partnership aims to launch a commercial service that extends reliable IoT connectivity for industries such as logistics, agriculture, energy, and environmental monitoring worldwide.
Wednesday 27 May, 2026