Advanced, future-proof technology and rapid deployment builds on Phase One's success, further expanding connectivity across Indonesia's remote regions HERNDON, Va. , Oct. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ST Engineering iDirect, a global leader in satellite communications, has been selected for the Phase Two expansion of Indonesia's Satria-1 satellite network, following the successful completion of Phase One which involved the deployment of ST Engineering iDirect's next-generation hub infrastructure to enable connectivity across the Indonesian Archipelago.
ST Engineering iDirect's advanced technology, combined with its seamless collaboration with local partner PT Bis Data Indonesia (Bignet) and rapid deployment, were critical factors in securing its continued role in Indonesia's national initiative to provide high-speed internet to underserved regions. The Phase Two expansion will deploy an additional 26Gbps of capacity via new gateways in Timika, Manokwari, and Jayapura . The enhanced satellite network will enable greater access to critical services such as education and healthcare, impacting up to approximately 150,000 public service points, including 93,900 schools and 3,700 healthcare centers.
This builds on Phase One where ST Engineering iDirect's Dialog platform, with advanced next-generation DCR/DBR infrastructure, was deployed to deliver robust and scalable connectivity for approximately 45 million Indonesians who previously lacked internet access. In addition to addressing cu.
