Recent collaboration between Soracom and Skylo brings new capabilities to organizations deploying connected devices across challenging landscapes. This integrated solution allows Internet of Things (IoT) devices to maintain connectivity through cellular and satellite networks, reducing communication interruptions for critical operations. As industries increasingly rely on remote monitoring and real-time data, the option to unify device management and connectivity through Soracom’s platform addresses a growing need for reliability. Businesses and public sector users can expect easier access to advanced platform tools and AI-powered services through a single interface. Responding to industry demand, organizations now gain wider coverage without the need for major hardware changes.
Soracom and Skylo previously announced their partnership in 2023, initially offering the solution in a limited preview. Past reports highlighted the partnership’s potential to eliminate dead zones for IoT devices, but wide-scale commercial availability had been limited to restricted user groups. This new launch expands support to users in North America, Latin America, Europe, and Oceania, positioning the integration as one of the most comprehensive in the market to date. Compared to earlier efforts, recent developments promise a more streamlined billing process, broad compatibility with cellular devices, and seamless integration of satellite and AI-optimized tools that were absent in prior releases.
How Does the Integrated Satellite-Cellular Solution Work?
With the launch of general availability, Soracom customers can deploy devices equipped for both cellular and satellite connectivity using existing hardware. Devices automatically switch to Skylo’s non-terrestrial network (NTN) connectivity as needed and are managed from Soracom’s cloud-native platform. Users do not require specialized antennas or modems, meaning the transition to global coverage is technically straightforward and user experience remains consistent for developers and enterprises.
What Services and Features Are Offered with This Rollout?
The integrated platform includes unified billing, self-service provisioning, satellite-optimized communication, and cloud connectivity. Management of both terrestrial and satellite connections occurs through Soracom’s management console, supported by advanced networking capabilities and new AI-powered automation. According to Soracom CTO Kenta Yasukawa,
“Our collaboration with Skylo continues to remove barriers to innovation and scale, progressing toward an IoT where anything can connect to any cloud, or any GenAI engine, from anywhere.”
What Are Industry Users Saying About the Impact?
Delphire, which develops wildfire detection systems for use by first responders and utilities, participated in the solution’s preview phase and reports positive operational results. The company’s Sentinels deploy in areas where standard connectivity often fails, benefitting from uninterrupted coverage for mission-critical applications. Dr. Gilberto DeSalvo, CEO of Delphire, describes the solution as delivering “the NTN pathways we need to keep our systems operational in these challenging environments.” Skylo Technologies emphasizes the significance of direct-to-device NTN service for clients globally. As Tarun Gupta, co-founder at Skylo, notes,
“Together, our customers can scale mission critical applications worldwide today, ensuring that they never lose coverage”.
The integration of Soracom and Skylo’s technologies points toward a shift in global IoT infrastructure, where device limitations due to coverage gaps could become rare. Instead of relying solely on terrestrial networks, users gain flexibility and resilience for data-driven applications in sectors like energy, agriculture, defense, and public safety. To successfully implement such solutions, organizations should assess device compatibility requirements, unified billing structures, and manage deployment through platforms supporting AI-optimized networking. As competing providers introduce similar hybrid solutions, organizations must carefully weigh service availability, regional coverage, and long-term integration support when selecting an IoT partner.
