Plan-S successfully launched four additional satellites aboard SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket as part of the Transporter-14 mission. This launch expands the commercially active Connecta IoT Network satellite constellation to 12, significantly boosting the network’s capacity and service quality.
With every launch, Plan-S continues to enhance its space-based IoT communication
capabilities. The latest generation of satellites facilitates more frequent data collection and even greater service reliability.
“The Connecta IoT Network is already actively serving the field,” said Özdemir Gümüşay, CEO, Plan-S. “These new satellites allow us to collect data more often and expand our reach to a broader range of industries. Each step forward brings us closer to our vision of seamless global connectivity.”
Engineered to deliver reliable, low-power, and cost-effective IoT connectivity in areas where terrestrial networks aren’t sufficient, the Connecta IoT Network is reportedly the first and only next-generation satellite IoT network that is both operational and widely field-tested. It currently supports diverse applications, from smart meters in the energy sector to agricultural sensors and water resource monitoring systems. With this latest launch, users can expect even faster data refresh rates and improved service continuity.
The Connecta IoT-9, Connecta IoT-10, Connecta IoT-11, and Connecta IoT-12
satellites were developed using insights gained from earlier missions. A key advancement in this batch is the increased use of components and subsystems
designed and built in-house by Plan-S.
“These four satellites mark a major milestone in our journey toward technological self-sufficiency,” added Gümüşay. “Nearly all critical subsystems were developed by our engineers and manufactured by our technicians. It’s a significant step toward both technological autonomy and sustainable growth.”
“With every satellite we launch, we’re not only boosting performance but also
enhancing the scalability and resilience of our system,” said Gökmen Cengiz, CTO of
Plan-S. “Today, we operate 17 satellites in orbit, including our very first test satellite
launched three years ago. Our ground stations in Ankara, Erzurum, and Sweden allow us to manage data from IoT devices across the globe. We are building a satellite communications infrastructure that is globally competitive. Together, we’re helping shape a more connected and digitally resilient future.”
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