en.Wedoany.com Reported - Thales, Singtel Group, and Bridge Alliance have launched what they claim is the world's first multi-operator enterprise IoT eSIM connectivity platform, enabling enterprises to manage connected devices across multiple mobile operators and countries through a single orchestration platform. The platform has completed interoperability testing with Singtel, Optus, Thailand's Advanced Info Service (AIS), and Globe Telecom in the Philippines, and is now ready to support enterprise IoT deployments in the Asia Pacific region. Bridge Alliance plans to extend support to more member operators. Built on Thales' end-to-end IoT eSIM solution, the platform aims to simplify connectivity management for enterprises operating devices across multiple mobile networks. Enterprises can remotely deploy, configure, and manage connected devices through a centralized orchestration platform, eliminating the need to rely on operator-specific configuration systems.
The demand for cross-border IoT connectivity continues to grow. According to GlobalData, driven by increasing adoption in automotive, logistics, utilities, retail, and industrial sectors, cellular IoT connections in the Asia Pacific region are expected to reach 1.3 billion by 2030. Traditionally, managing large-scale IoT deployments across multiple countries requires enterprises to work with different mobile operators and connectivity management platforms, often resulting in fragmented configuration processes and requiring manual intervention when devices move between networks.
Based on the GSMA's IoT Remote SIM Provisioning SGP.32 specification, the platform enables connected devices to automatically connect to participating mobile networks when moving across borders, without the need to replace physical SIM cards or manually reconfigure. The platform also supports automatic network fallback and recovery to help maintain service continuity. This solution is suitable for enterprises operating connected assets across multiple markets. Potential applications include connected cars requiring uninterrupted cross-border connectivity, remotely managed smart meters, payment terminals, and enterprise network equipment such as routers, gateways, and fixed wireless access devices.
Jorge Fernandes, Chief Technology Officer of Singtel Group, stated that the collaboration with Thales combines the latest eSIM standards with intelligent automation, enabling enterprises to gain real-time visibility and control over their IoT devices across multiple geographic regions through a single eSIM orchestration platform. This innovative solution simplifies large-scale IoT deployments in the region, helping enterprises achieve higher operational efficiency and economies of scale in any operational location while maintaining secure and reliable connectivity.
Nicolas Bouverot, Vice President of Mobile Connectivity Solutions at Thales, added that for enterprises, connectivity should no longer be a barrier to deployment. As a global leader in secure connectivity and eSIM technology, Thales is helping to transform the way connected devices are sold and managed across borders. By integrating multiple mobile operators into a single trusted platform, enterprises can scale IoT services faster, simplify operations, and ensure seamless, resilient connectivity for every connected device throughout its lifecycle.
These companies stated that as enterprise demand for cross-border IoT connectivity continues to grow, they plan to expand the platform to more Bridge Alliance operators.
