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With the aim of bringing 4G to all Brazilian municipalities by 2023, the TIM is investing in a project that uses solar energy and satellite connection to bring mobile internet through off-grid antennas, especially to remote communities, where there is a lack of electrical grid infrastructure.
The initiative – called Sky Coverage by the operator – currently has more than 1,000 units with this configuration. Satellite connectivity is provided by the Israeli company Gilat, which also plans to use the solution to bring 4G to agribusiness.
One of the project's differentiators is its ability to offer 4G coverage in a sustainable, accessible and low-cost way. With self-sustainable towers, through the generation of solar energy, it is possible to have more autonomy and a longer useful life of the equipment.
This way, it will maintain 4G coverage with simplified infrastructure and low environmental impact. TIM relies on partners and suppliers to meet demand across the country and continue to provide the service to customers.
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The company explains that the solution extends the reach of networks faster than terrestrial alternatives. The project also expands connectivity for sectors, such as agribusiness itself, especially for equipment and investments in the Internet of Things (IoT).
“We want to support Brazil in digital inclusion with the Sky Coverage project and, for this, we count on important partners, such as Intelsat, with whom we work especially in the northern region”, highlights Marco Di Costanzo, director of Network Engineering at TIM Brasil.
In January 2022, TIM had 4G coverage in 443 municipalities in the North, being the leading operator in cities served in the region. The operator also ranks 1st in the national ranking, with 4,700 municipalities covered with the fourth generation.
