Stephen Beynon of OneWeb
SoftBank Corporation and Network Access Associates Ltd. (“OneWeb”) announced that they have signed a partnership agreement to deliver satellite communication services across Japan. SoftBank and OneWeb will promote delivery and upgrade of satellite communication services.
OneWeb’s LEO (low earth orbit) satellite-based services will provide communication services with low latency, as LEO satellites are located close to the earth. By integrating with SoftBank’s closed domain connection services, OneWeb’s technology will make it possible to achieve even more secure communication in Japan.
Furthermore, the agreement provides for a bandwidth guarantee to ensure that customers get speed and stability they expect. SoftBank is developing services to realise potential of agreement, including customising its communication network based on various needs of enterprise customers and ensuring one-stop delivery of device terminals and customer support.
OneWeb’s satellite communication services will enable communication services in locations where conventional mobile networks are not available, including remote areas such as mountainous regions and disaster-affected areas. SoftBank aims to develop an environment where communications can be connected everywhere by integrating non-terrestrial network (NTN) solutions. This solutions provide communication networks utilising satellites in space, including OneWeb’s LEO satellites, and HAPS (high altitude platform stations) in stratosphere with terrestrial mobile networks to create a ubiquitous network.
“We are thrilled to continue our partnership with OneWeb, a pioneer in low Earth orbit satellite communications. This collaboration will offer customers high-speed, low-latency connectivity solutions in remote and in underserved areas in Japan. We look forward to working closely with OneWeb to provide exceptional service and expand the reach of our growing ubiquitous network throughout the region.” says Takenori Kobayashi, vice president and head of product technology division of SoftBank.
“We are excited to extend OneWeb’s low-latency, high-performance satellite connectivity to SoftBank in its quest to connect Japan through its Ubiquitous Network. We thank SoftBank for their continued support and partnership and look forward to adding new reach, resiliency and capabilities to Japan’s communications landscape.” says Stephen Beynon, OneWeb’s chief commercial officer.
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