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SITA launches improved Mobile Data Access , MDA 2.0 for Africa ’ s transport industry
SITA , a technology company in the air transport industry , is launching a new and improved version of its wireless solution , SITA Mobile Data Access , MDA 2.0 . This enhanced solution provides secure , reliable , and business-grade cellular eSIM and SIM connectivity across all 2G , 3G , 4G , and 5G technologies , extending global reach to over 200 countries .
Designed to meet the connectivity needs of airlines , airports , ground handlers , cruise , ship operators , and other users with frequent roaming requirements , MDA 2.0 also serves those operating within a single country . The new solution selects the most suitable mobile operator for each device per country , and manages consumption by filtering URLs , IPs , and countries while bolstering security .
Martin Smillie , Senior Vice President for Communications and Data Exchange , CDE said : “ Our customers demand reliable , high-quality service , and cost control both on and off-site to maintain operational efficiency . SITA MDA 2.0 offers a seamless , secure , and one-stop solution for global cost-efficient connectivity .”
SITA MDA 2.0 connects to over 700 roaming partners globally , a dedicated online portal that consolidates multi-source information , traffic filtering to control costs and dedicated 24x7 support . Customers can opt for a per-country or regional model or a global model . The solution integrates with SITA for Aircraft and SITA Airport solutions , supporting multiple pricing models and use cases .
Some of the use cases include pilot and crew tablet access , HHT baggage scanner access to BRS , aircraft maintenance data , SDWAN backup , quick access for new airline routes , and passenger processing assets access in and off-airport , pay-per-use , bundles , zones , and embeds an applet that switches between 5G private and public networks .
Tobie Van Schalkwyk , Business Unit Manager , Duxbury Networking
Duxbury Networking launches Nextivity CEL-FI ROAM R41 cellular coverage solution
Duxbury Networking , a distributor of Nextivity intelligent cellular coverage solutions , says the Nextivity CEL-FI ROAM R41 plug-andplay cellular coverage solution ensures people have access to a reliable cellular signal no matter where in Africa they are travelling to .
As the name suggests , the ROAM R41 provides cellular coverage for nomadic applications while users are on the road , on a boat , or a game drive without incurring additional charges . It solves poor cellular coverage while enabling dependable calling , texting , and data while away from the home or office . The system can be easily installed under seats or in discrete locations inside any vehicle or boat .
“ The CEL-FI ROAM R41 takes the enterprise-grade connectivity technology from Nextivity and applies it to the on-the-move market . This makes it the ideal roaming cellular coverage solution for the South African market with its diverse geographic reach ,” says Tobie Van Schalkwyk , Business Unit Manager at Duxbury Networking .
It features the latest proprietary 4th generation IntelliBoost chip to deliver channelised coverage for mobile network operator signals . The ROAM R41 can be set up , powered on , and improve cellular signal within minutes . It also supports seamless operator switching through the intuitive Nextivity WAVE mobile app .
Martin Smillie , Senior Vice President for Communications and Data Exchange , CDE
Since its formation in 1984 by CEO , Graham Duxbury , Duxbury Networking has embraced ongoing technological changes within the ICT sector to provide its customers with access to the latest trends and solutions . p
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