HIGHLIGHTS:
- Jio Platforms Limited and SES have announced a partnership
- The new joint venture will use SES satellites in both GEO & MEO to enhance network coverage
- It will also offer internet speeds of up to 100 Gbps
- Jio Platforms will own 51% while SES will own 49% in the JV firm
Jio Platforms Limited (JPL) and SES, a global satellite based content connectivity solutions provider, have announced a partnership. Jio has teamed with SES to launch satellite broadband in India, according to Reliance Industries Limited (RIL). In this partnership, Jio will own 51 percent and SES will own 49 percent. Both the companies will work together to provide broadband access in India at a low cost.
A high-speed internet connection of 100 Gigabits per second will be offered
International aeronautical and maritime customers, including India, would have access to Jio’s internet service. Jio Satellite Broadband Service would offer high-speed internet at a speed of 100 Gbps. Jio will use the Multi Orbit Space Network in cooperation with SES, which is a hybrid of Geo Stationary (GEO) and Medium Earth Orbit (MEO).
This combination will allow for multi-gigabyte connections. In this approach, Jio will become a telecom provider in India and the nearby region, providing rapid internet connectivity without the use of optical fibre.
Starlink may suffer a setback
The introduction of Jio’s satellite-based internet connectivity may surprise Elon Musk. Musk has also been attempting for a long time to get his satellite-based communication provider Starlink into India. However, due to legal issues, the Indian government has temporarily halted the launch of the Starlink service. In addition, the Starlink company has been directed to repay all of the clients’ money. In India, Starlink has begun accepting pre-bookings.
Statements from the corporations regarding Jio and SES’s relationship
“We will continue to invest in 5G with our fiber-based connectivity and FTTH business,” stated Akash Ambani, Jio’s Director. On the other hand, this new joint venture with SES will hasten the expansion of multigigabit broadband. Satellite communication services are used to provide this service. Jio will connect remote cities and villages, businesses, government institutions, and consumers to the emerging Digital India with its expanded coverage and capacity to go. We’re looking forward to combining SES’s satellite business knowledge.”
Steve Caller, CEO of SES, said, “This joint venture with Jio Platforms is a great example of how SES can complement the most comprehensive on-the-ground network to provide high-quality connectivity, and transform the lives of millions of people.” could impact positively. We are open to this joint venture.”
