Telebras and SES Bridge Digital Divide in Brazil’s Northern Region with SES-17
Bridging the digital Divide: SES Satellite Technology Connects Thousands in Remote Brazil
Hortolandia, Brazil – A groundbreaking initiative is bringing high-speed internet access to thousands of Brazilians in remote and underserved communities. Telebras, Brazil’s state-owned telecommunications company, has partnered with SES, a leading global satellite operator, to implement the Electronic Government program — Citizen Assistance Service (GESAC).This collaboration leverages SES’s cutting-edge satellite technology, specifically the high-throughput SES-17 Ka-band satellite, to deliver reliable internet connectivity to over 1,500 sites across Brazil’s Northern Region. These sites include public institutions, schools, libraries, telecenters, health units, indigenous villages, and rural settlements.
“Telebras has a long history of championing digital inclusion, particularly for communities in vulnerable situations,” said Frederico Siqueira, President of Telebras. “This project is a testament to our commitment to bridging the digital divide and empowering Brazilians with access to details and opportunities.”
The GESAC program, coordinated by Brazil’s Ministry of Communications (MCom), aims to promote digital and social inclusion by facilitating e-government initiatives and expanding internet access to underserved populations. Since its inception in 2002, the program has established over 15,000 free internet points across the country.
SES’s Managed Enterprise solution, delivered via the SES-17 satellite, provides the necessary bandwidth and reliability to connect these remote locations. The solution includes satellite, gateways, and remote site management, ensuring seamless operation and maintenance.
“We are proud to partner with Telebras in this vital initiative,” said Omar Trujillo, Vice President of Enterprise Americas at SES. “Our satellite technology plays a crucial role in reaching even the most isolated communities, enabling them to participate fully in the digital economy and access essential services.”
The new gateway in Hortolandia, Brazil, further strengthens SES’s commitment to providing reliable connectivity solutions in the region.
The successful implementation of the GESAC program in Brazil’s Northern Region demonstrates the transformative power of satellite technology in bridging the digital divide and empowering communities with access to information, education, and economic opportunities.
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Bridging the Digital Divide: Q&A with SES’s Omar Trujillo
NewsDirectory3.com – Recently, thousands of Brazilians in remote and underserved communities gained access to high-speed internet through the Electronic Government program – Citizen Assistance Service (GESAC), a collaboration between Telebras and SES. We spoke with Omar Trujillo, Vice President of Enterprise Americas at SES, to learn more about this groundbreaking initiative and the role satellite technology plays in bridging the digital divide.
NewsDirectory3.com: Can you elaborate on SES’s involvement in the GESAC program and the specific solutions you’ve deployed?
Omar Trujillo: We are proud to partner with Telebras, providing our Managed Enterprise solution via the SES-17 satellite. This solution provides the necessary bandwidth and reliability to connect over 1,500 sites across Brazil’s Northern Region, including schools, telecenters, health units, and indigenous villages.
NewsDirectory3.com: What makes satellite technology uniquely suited for connecting remote communities that lack traditional terrestrial infrastructure?
Omar Trujillo: Satellite technology allows us to reach even the most isolated communities, providing connectivity where laying fiber optic cables is cost-prohibitive or geographically challenging.
NewsDirectory3.com: How does this project demonstrate the transformative power of satellite technology in driving social and economic development?
Omar Trujillo: By connecting these communities to the internet, we are opening doors to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities. Access to information and digital services empowers individuals and strengthens communities.
NewsDirectory3.com: What are the future implications of this project for bridging the digital divide in Brazil and other parts of the world?
Omar Trujillo: This project serves as a blueprint for how satellite technology can be harnessed to connect underserved populations globally. We are committed to working with governments and organizations to expand access to connectivity and empower communities worldwide.