Avanti Announces Mining Connectivity Solution for Africa

Ibadan, 26 July 2024. – Avanti Communications has introduced its “Mine Always On” solution for constant, undisrupted connectivity tailored to the unique demands of the mining industry. Underscoring the transformative potential of satellite technology, the solution brings about operational efficiencies and provides sustainable, reliable connectivity in remote mining locales.

The mining industry is one of the key drivers of economic growth across the African continent as the industry commits to digitization, moving from traditional technologies to modern advancements. As a result, Avanti Communications believes that the crucial role of satellite technology should not be underestimated when looking at digitization in the mining sector.

A notable shift towards the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) is also underway, as evidenced by a 2023 PwC survey. It revealed that 100% of surveyed mining CEOs in South Africa commit to digital technology adoption, highlighting considerable room for advancement despite progress made in the sector.

The “Mine Always On” solution exemplifies Avanti’s commitment to bolstering the mining sector’s digital transformation journey, focusing on cyber resilience and progress towards Net Zero goals. Furthermore, this solution offers a secure, stable, and high-performance primary connectivity network, crucial for engineering private networks or leveraging cloud-based applications.

Gamze Aydin, Senior Vice President Sales and South Africa Country Manager at Avanti, emphasizing the strategic significance of this move towards digital modernization and automated mining, said, “Satellite technology is an undisputed lifeline for mining. It will define new standards for improving efficiency, boosting safety, and addressing environmental compliance. It’s a transformative force, bringing vital technological advancements to legacy systems when it’s most necessary. ”

Aydin also added, “Successfully charting this complex terrain heralds a new era of enhanced return on investment, operational efficiency, and sustainable practices in mining.”