Avanti eyes expanding HTS to 10,000 locations in Africa
…Recognised again as the leading capacity partner in sub-Sahara Africa
By Patience Ikpeme
After investigating more than $800 million in satellite communication Avanti Communications is targeting to expand its High-Throughput Satellite (HTS) capacity to 10,000 locations across Africa.
High-throughput Satellite or HTS is a communication satellite that provides more throughput than conventional communication satellites (Fixed Satellite Service).
Higher-throughput refers to a significant increase in capacity when using the same amount of orbital spectrum
Avanti has already connected more than 1,000 schools and villages across the continent, and plans to add another 10,000 sites over the next five years.
This commitment to connecting communities has earned Avanti Communications the recognition of the top High-Throughput Satellite (HTS) capacity partner in sub-Saharan Africa.
The 20th edition of the NSR Satellite Capacity Supply & Demand Analysis reports that Avanti now boasts more than double the market share of its closest competitor.
The Sub-Saharan market share of leased GEO-HTS capacity for 2022 shows Avanti Communications with (33.1%); Eutelsat (15.3%) ;; YahSat (13.0%); Intelsat (12.9%); ArabSat (9.2%); Inmarsat (8.4%); Spacecom (6.2%) and Others (2%).
NSR’s annual report is a respected and in-depth resource that offers insights into key market developments and dynamics in the satellite industry.
Avanti has committed to a significant investment in Africa, with an expansion strategy focused on local partnerships and connectivity solutions.
The company has invested more than $800million in Africa and already has a growing presence on the continent, impacting millions of lives and enabling communities to enjoy a connected life, with more than a fifth of its workforce based in Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, Angola, and Benin.
Kyle Whitehill, CEO at Avanti Communications, described Africa as a major focus for the company and said that “connectivity was an essential resource and enabler for businesses, individuals, and communities to prosper”.
