VNPT launches mobile satellite services
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Vietnamese military-run operator VNPT has launched mobile satellite services via subsidiary VinaPhone.
The operator has signed an agreement with Thuraya to expand its coverage to 100% of Vietnam’s territory – as well as two thirds of the world – by utilizing the Thuraya network.
Thuraya will provide its land and maritime handsets for the services, which will allow postpaid customers to make voice calls send SMS and use GPS.
Services will be offered for consumers and government agencies as well as enterprise customers, particularly those in the mining, fishey, transport, construction and tourism industries.
In the initial launch phase VNPT will introduce Thuraya’s XT-Lite satellite handsets and the SF2500 maritime communication system. The latter product supports voice capabilities, crew calling, GPS tracking, geo-fencing and SMS services..
“The launch of mobile satellite services confirms our dedication to the primary mission of VNPT, consolidating technology to serve the needs of society,” a VNPT representative commented.
“The mobile satellite service marks a significant step for the VNPT VinaPhone mobile network, allowing it to cover all of Vietnam, thereby eliminating communication black spots.”
VNPT’s Vinaphone was the first mobile network to cover all provinces and cities across Vietnam in 1999, and to cover all districts in 2006.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is the primary objective VNPT aims to achieve by launching these mobile satellite services?
What is the primary objective VNPT aims to achieve by launching these mobile satellite services?
VNPT stated that the launch confirms its dedication to its primary mission of consolidating technology to serve societal needs. The services are intended to cover all of Vietnam, eliminating communication black spots within the country.
Q.Which specific industries are expected to benefit most from these new mobile satellite services?
Which specific industries are expected to benefit most from these new mobile satellite services?
The services will be offered to customers in various industries, including mining, fishing, transport, construction, and tourism. Government agencies and general consumers are also targeted beneficiaries of the new offerings.
Q.What types of handsets and communication systems will VNPT introduce initially for these services?
What types of handsets and communication systems will VNPT introduce initially for these services?
In the initial phase, VNPT will introduce Thuraya’s XT-Lite satellite handsets. They will also offer the SF2500 maritime communication system, which provides voice, crew calling, GPS tracking, geo-fencing, and SMS services.
Q.What specific communication functions will postpaid customers be able to use with the new services?
What specific communication functions will postpaid customers be able to use with the new services?
Postpaid customers using the new mobile satellite services will be able to make voice calls and send SMS messages. They will also have access to GPS functionality through the provided Thuraya land and maritime handsets.
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