OQ Technology, a global satellite narrowband IoT connectivity operator, has signed a contract with the European Space Agency for a feasibility study of Direct-to-Cell connectivity. The contract (named as MACSAT 2.0) is funded by the Luxembourg government under LuxImpulse program that aims to foster Luxembourg and European space initiatives through the national space program.

• Expanded Reach: OQ Technology's NB-IoT services extend o2 Telefónica's global reach to over 130 counties
• Boosting Connectivity: Aiming to connect in the range of seven (7) digits worth of SIMs to the OQ network by 2030, showcasing potential for massive scale deployment
• Cutting-Edge Infrastructure: Leveraging OQ's 3GPP LEO constellation, O2 Telefónica enables 5G IoT connectivity for NB-IoT standards-compliant devices

• OQ Technology's groundbreaking IoT applications enhance efficiencies and deliver invaluable data and insights across pivotal industries
• OQ Technology's 5G NB-IoT solutions are propelling the digital transformation of essential applications, including the tracking and monitoring of assets in remote locations

• MACSAT will amplify OQ Technology's commercial activities further, raising its tally to six (6) LEO satellites. This sets the stage for a total of 10 satellites by 2023.
• MACSAT's cutting-edge capabilities will elevate OQ Technology's standing in the cellular Direct-to-Device (D2D) domain, benefiting diverse sectors, such as Energy (Oil & Gas, Utilities, Renewables), Government, Transportation & Logistics, Agriculture, and Maritime.

• MACSAT is helmed by OQ Technology under a European Space Agency (ESA) contract as part of Luxembourg’s National Space Program (LuxIMPULSE), funded by the Luxembourg Government

• This launch will enhance OQ Technology's satellite network, rising its count to six (6) LEO satellites, setting the stage for their envisioned 72-satellite fleet by 2025

• MACSAT's state-of-the-art capabilities will magnify OQ Technology's prominence in the cellular Direct-to-Device (D2D) realm, indicating its readiness to serve diverse sectors

• OQ Technology to expand Satellite IoT services and solutions for connecting Aramco’s Intelligent Integrated Node (IIN) technology

• The new MoU will create investment opportunities by converging automation and connectivity technologies, driving value creation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

• The additional 5G NB-IoT satellite will increase speed, capacity, and coverage while acting as an enabler for enterprise and government customers

• This will benefit a range of sectors, including Energy (Oil & Gas, Utilities, Renewable), Government, Transportation & Logistics, Agriculture, and Maritime

• The satellite IoT market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 20% between 2023 and 2032 and is forecasted to generate US$ 5 billion in 2032

New partnership aims to improve traffic, energy, safety and quality of life

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, 15 May 2023 – iot squared, an Internet of things (IoT) technology company and a joint venture between Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) and stc Group (stc), has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with OQ Technology, the world's first global satellite telecom operator for IoT connectivity using 5G protocol. The MoU was signed by Shabbab Al Ghamdi -Public IoT Solutions VP, and Omar Qaise, Founder and CEO of OQ Technology.

OQ Technology, the pioneer of 5G IoT (Internet of Things) satellite services, has announced the first commercial contract for using the world’s first constellation of LEO satellites to provide 5G coverage for IoT devices. The contract, close to 1 million EUR, is with an unnamed customer described as one of the world’s largest oil and gas companies. The initial customer service package covers the year 2023 with the option for future extension plans.

OQ Technology also launches the world’s first secure private network service based on a 5G IoT satellite constellation in LEO

The operator of the world’s first narrowband-IoT constellation for 5G connectivity among the first to receive the new license.

The Government of Luxembourg has granted OQ Technology a Space Activity License for future satellite launches and operations as part of its growing satellite constellation in Low Earth Orbit (LEO).

OQ Technology to become the world’s largest 5G NB-IoT LEO-satellite operator

Company plans to grow its constellation from three to ten this year, enhancing its 5G narrowband Internet of Things (NB-IoT) connectivity service based on 3GPP for non-terrestrial networks

We will be located in hall 7 at 7D70 booth, where we will be showcasing our latest innovations and products.

MWC23 is one of the world's largest and most prestigious events for the mobile industry, bringing together leading companies and experts from around the world. It provides a unique opportunity to network, share ideas, and explore the latest technologies and trends in the field.

Our CEO is invited for 2 speaking sessions in the LEAP 2023, the biggest tech event in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

EU Global Action on Space "How to build a successful business bridge between Europe & Saudi Arabia" 🗓️ Tuesday, Feb 6th, 13:05 (GMT+3) 📍 Event Stage: DeepFest

"We need more space" Panel discussion by WAED 🗓️ Monday, Feb 6, 4:00-4:45 PM · 45 min. (GMT+3) 📍 Event Stage: CODE

Excited to announce that our company will be participating in the LEAP23 event in Riyadh, the biggest tech conference in the Kingdom!

🗓️ Tuesday, 02/07/23 📍Aramco Booth

Exciting news from OQ Technology! We are thrilled to announce that we will be participating in the “aramco iktva” Forum & Exhibition in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. iktva is Aramco’s flagship suppliers event.

Find us in Booth DS07 (Next to the medical booth) in the Digital Pavilion

The new year has started and we look back at an amazing and successful 2022 for OQ Technology. We are looking forward to making 2023 even more exciting and successful than the last one with many launches and closings ahead!

• Funded by Luxembourg Government and managed by the European Space Agency (ESA) • Mission aims at to demonstrateing advanced 5G IoT (Internet of Things) services

• First step towards development of combined hybrid terrestrial and satellite 5G IoT putting the partners in a unique competitive position

• Series A funding will be used to expand OQ’s operations globally, in particular Luxembourg, Saudi Arabia and Greece • Together with its 5G IoT satellite constellation, OQ stands as the first satellite and network operator in Saudi Arabia and the MENA region to offer such service

Florida, 1 April 2022 - OQ Technology, a space-based 5G IoT communication company, is advised that their Tiger-3 satellite mission is targeted to launch on the 1st of April 2022 from Space Launch Complex 40 (SLC-40) at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida with a launch window opening at 12:24 p.m. ET, or 16:24 UTC onboard the SpaceX Falcon 9 Transporter-4 mission.

California, USA, and Luxembourg, Europe, March 03, 2022 – Alif Semiconductor, a global provider of microcontrollers and fusion processors, and IoT satellite operator OQ Technology have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to collaborate on a narrowband internet-of-things (NB-IoT) solution for hybrid terrestrial satellite networking. Alifs fingertip sized, highly integrated cellular enabled IoT devices, will allow users to roam freely between mobile networks on the ground and OQ’s IoT satellite constellation anywhere in the world.

Luxembourg - 07.07.2021

OQ Technology has been granted an experimental license for accessing critical satellite 5G frequencies in Luxembourg.

Cape Canaveral, 30.06.2021 - SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket lift off successfully at 03:31 PM EDT (19:31 GMT) carrying 88 satellite within a rideshare mission known as Transporter-2. Among those satellites is OQ Technology's Tiger-2 satellite.

WATCH LIVE THE LAUNCH OF OUR TIGER-2 MISSION ON SPACEX FALCON 9

Luxembourg - 03.06.2021 OQ Technology has contracted Leaf Space to procure a satellite ground station to be installed in Luxembourg and connect to OQ’s newly established satellite control center in Leudelange.

"Photo courtesy of Fleet Space Technologies"

Noordwijk - Netherlands 27.05.2021

OQ TECHNOLOGY wins its fourth contract with the European Space Agency (ESA) and the first one under the ARTES Advanced Studies program. The contract was settled to OQ TECHNOLOGY after a pan European tendering process that started in Q2 2020 last year under the topic “AGILE NETWORK CONFIGURATION FOR 5G INTERNET-OF-THINGS SERVICES OVER SATELLITE” (ARTES AT 3A.109).

São Paulo - 6/5/2021

OQ Technology, a multinational satellite 5G IoT company has partnered with Neo Things IoT, addressing the satellite IoT market in Brazil, especially in the agritech field.

OQ Technology has proudly landed a second contract with the European Space Agency (ESA) for an IoT Satellite Constellation Design.

OQ Technology is awarded a contract with the European Space Agency (ESA) for the development of AI based IoT Platform.