Avanti unveils connectivity solutions for mining sector

Avanti Communications has unveiled a solution, designed to deliver constant, uninterrupted connectivity tailored to the mining industry’s specific needs.

The dubbed “Mine Always On”is an innovation satellite technology solution aims to enhance operational efficiencies and provide sustainable, reliable connectivity in remote mining areas. The solution supports the mining sector’s digital journey by focusing on cyber resilience and progress towards Net Zero goals. It provides a secure, stable, and high-performance primary connectivity network essential for creating private networks or utilizing cloud-based applications.

Digital modernization

Gamze Aydin, Senior Vice President Sales and South Africa Country Manager at Avanti, highlighted the strategic importance of this move towards digital modernization and automated mining. She stated, “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 emphasized that successfully navigating this complex terrain signals a new era of improved return on investment, operational efficiency, and sustainable practices in mining. The mining industry is a crucial driver of economic growth across Africa, and as it commits to digitization, there is a notable shift from traditional methods to modern technological advancements. Avanti Communications underscores the importance of satellite technology in this digital transformation, emphasizing its role in supporting the industry’s move towards the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). According to a 2023 PwC survey, all surveyed mining CEOs in South Africa are committed to adopting digital technologies, indicating significant opportunities for progress in the sector.