OQ Technology leads the world in Low Earth Orbit satellite services, offering 5G coverage for Internet-of-Things devices globally. Omar Qaise, CEO, shares insights on the company’s vision and innovations.
Can you briefly describe your company?
OQ Technology operates the world’s first constellation of Low Earth Orbit satellites providing 5G coverage for Internet-of-Things devices based on standardized 3GPP cellular technology for narrowband-IoT, especially in remote and rural areas where cellular connectivity is very limited. Its technology is available for mobile operators and customers in industries such as energy, mining, logistics, maritime, security, and agriculture. The company’s patented technology can be used to connect existing cellular chips and devices, allowing billions of users around the world to have IoT connectivity anywhere using both terrestrial and satellite networks. Started in Luxembourg in 2016, OQ Technology has expanded globally with offices in Greece, Saudi Arabia, Rwanda, and UAE, and has more than 9 granted patents in the US and Europe, and 20+ contributions to the global 3GPP mobile standard group. Its satellites have signed up important clients such as Aramco, Telefonica, Deutsche Telekom, and NTT Transatel. It is the leading global company in cellular direct-to-device connectivity in Low Earth Orbit.
“We continue the process of developing and upgrading our products and services to satisfy client needs.”
How are you adapting to the changing expectations of your customers?
I am expanding our fleet of satellites and increasing our service availability around the world so we can unlock more use cases and more applications and provide reliable and quality service to our clients, and I continue the process of developing and upgrading our products and services to satisfy client needs and invest a lot into R&D to implement the features to the new 3GPP Non-Terrestrial Network standard releases. Recently, I looked into upgrading our satellites to connect to smartphones, a service which is today a monopoly of US companies only, and this will place us and Luxembourg as the European leader in this field. The constant evolution of customer needs drives us to innovate continuously, ensuring that our technology remains at the forefront of industry standards and user expectations.
What is your company's vision for the next five years?
At OQ Technology, our vision is to become the leading direct-to-cell satellite company globally, revolutionizing mobile network expansion by enabling operators to extend coverage beyond traditional cell towers. We focus on pioneering satellite-based 5G, 6G, and beyond, ensuring advanced, future-ready connectivity solutions. By enhancing mobile operators’ reach into remote areas, we aim to close connectivity gaps and support a range of services from voice to high-speed data. Our commitment to technological innovation positions us to set new industry standards, making universal, reliable mobile access a reality worldwide.
