OQ Technology, a Luxembourg-based pioneer in satellite 5G Internet of Things (IoT) and Direct-to-Device (D2D) connectivity, announced that it has received an official government concession from Luxembourg, marking a historic step in Europe’s advancement of 5G Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTN).

The concession, issued by Elisabeth Margue, Minister Delegate to the Prime Minister for Media and Connectivity, authorizes OQ Technology to deploy and operate satellite-based 5G networks providing direct-to-device (D2D) and IoT connectivity.

These systems will allow regular 5G smartphones and narrowband (NB)-IoT devices to connect seamlessly via satellite, without the need for custom hardware or terrestrial infrastructure, extending reliable connectivity to remote and underserved regions worldwide.

“Receiving this concession is a major milestone for OQ Technology and for Luxembourg’s space-tech ecosystem,” said Omar Qaise, CEO of OQ Technology. “It empowers us to deliver reliable, secure, and ubiquitous connectivity directly to devices, helping industries and communities benefit from next generation 5G IoT services.”

The concession is not only a success for Luxembourg but also a European and global milestone since it symbolizes Europe’s sovereignty in space-based communications, Luxembourg’s leadership in 5G and satellite innovation, and OQ Technology’s pioneering role in making direct-to-device 5G connectivity a commercial reality.

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