Leveraging decades of expertise and collaboration with start-ups, an extensive ground presence, and partnerships with satellite operators across all orbits, Orange Wholesale continues to innovate to serve and keep businesses, operators, and consumers connected worldwide.
Orange becomes the first European operator to offer satellite SMS service using "Direct to Device" technology. This strategic innovation will transform mobile connectivity. This solution allows sending and receiving SMS via satellite in France and in 36 countries to date, when mobile or Wi-Fi coverage is unavailable.
This service consolidates Orange’s leadership position in networks by offering the most comprehensive and high-performance connectivity range (terrestrial, submarine, and space), serving all its customers through its capabilities in technological innovation and diversification.
Based on Direct-to-Device (D2D) technology, this solution enables your smartphone to communicate directly via satellite, independent of mobile or Wi‑Fi networks. Already available for sending and receiving SMS, it will eventually expand to include voice calls and internet access.
Ideal for covering "white zones" or areas with low coverage, Satellite Message enhances network resilience and ensures essential service continuity for critical activities. Easy to deploy, activation takes just a few minutes through an intuitive interface.
Orange combines the best available technologies to meet our clients' connectivity needs. Direct-to-Device technology aligns with this approach by providing always-available backup connectivity on smartphones, even in the absence of mobile or Wi‑Fi coverage. The launch of this technology in France, with SMS sending and receiving services, marks a major milestone for the Group, paving the way for an enriched range of services for Orange customers as technology evolves.
This project reflects Orange’s commitment to being at the forefront of innovation by offering complementary solutions tailored to field challenges. With Satellite Message, Orange is paving the way for safer, more reliable, and more innovative connectivity.
To learn more about Satellite Message, read the press release, click here
