O3b, Presta Bist Demonstrate High Performance, Cost Effective 4G/LTE Solution for the Sahel

O3b Networks, in partnership with Presta Bist, has proven today via live demonstration that its satellite enabled services deliver crystal clear voice, live HD video and high speed downloads. The live Demo Day event held in the Republic of Chad tested link speed, video streaming, file download, interactive maps, file upload and web page loading. The outcome was that O3b services performed at 5X the speed and clarity of a traditional geostationary satellite service and comparable to a fiber connection.

O3b operates a global constellation of 12 satellites and a robust ground infrastructure to deliver high throughput in 23 locations in Africa. O3b Networks is the fastest growing satellite operator in history, enabling over 40 customers around the world to bring high performance connections to unconnected remote or offshore areas, accelerate the deployment of 3G/4G or enhance fiber reliability. O3b has recently completed funding for an additional eight satellites currently in production in Europe, half of which are expected to be launched at the end of 2017.

O3b satellites, which are optimized for providing high-throughput, low latency connectivity, offer tailored, cost-effective solutions and scalable bandwidth to grow with demand. By orbiting much closer to earth than conventional geostationary satellites, O3b technology reduces latency, increases internet speed and improves voice and video quality for the end user.

"It is always a pleasure to be the first to introduce a revolutionary technology to a region, especially one like O3b that provides fiber-like experience," said Moussa Radjab, CEO of Presta Bist. "Like any operator, it gives us pride to be able to say Presta Bist has enabled Chad to be the first country in the Sahel region to deploy and make concrete this revolutionary technology. This is a huge milestone for connectivity in the Sahel."

"In Chad, we are delighted to be co-operating with Presta Bist, a relationship that started 2 years ago and has brought us to this exciting point today, where we can jointly show you the benefits and capabilities of the O3b service," said Carole Kamaitha, VP Africa, O3b Networks. "Presta Bist has been fundamental to the success of O3b in the region and we are grateful for their continued support of our business."