Semtech Corp. and Skylo are collaborating on what they claim is the first complete device-to-cloud terrestrial and satellite internet of things (IoT) solution that automatically switches between terrestrial and satellite networks for continuous connectivity.
The integrated device combines Skylo’s HL7810 and HL7812 low power wide area (LPWA) modules with Semtech’s smart connectivity premium SIM with integrated non-terrestrial network (NTN) access and unified management via the AirVantage platform.
The goal of the integrated offering is to address the accelerating IoT-NTN market, which is growing at more than 25% annually through 2030, according to ABI Research.
“Semtech is our first partner to deliver Skylo-certified modules with integrated network access,” said Tarun Gupta, chief product officer and co-founder at Skylo. “By integrating Skylo’s satellite network directly into Semtech’s Smart Connectivity platform, we’re making NTN IoT as simple as ordering a traditional cellular solution. This partnership represents the future of seamless global connectivity, ensuring that enterprises have access to connectivity and insights wherever their devices are located.”
The module supports:
- LTE-M
- NB-IoT
- NTN
- 2G fallback
When coupled with the Smart Connectivity Premium SIM, the solution offers access to 600+ 4G LTE and 5G networks across more than 190 countries and territories. It also enables Skylo’s satellite NTN, which spans 36 countries and across 60 million square kilometers.
