Dhruva Space joins with France-based 'Kineis' to develop Space IoT solutions in India


Dhruva Space joins with France-based 'Kineis' to develop Space IoT solutions in India
Dhruva Space, the Hyderabad based full-stack engineering solutions provider has publicized a deliberated colloboration with France-headquartered operator & global IoT provider Kineis. 
This strategic partnership fosters to introduce Kineis IoT connectivity in India & unveil a Kineis IoT payload on the Dhruva Space P-30 satellite. 
As per the official statement from the company, this move of collaboration is concentrated on the endeavors of Dhruva Space providing Kineis IoT services in India whereas designing new and inventive applications backed by Kinéis’ 25-satellite constellation. 
The partnership also comprises a joint satellite mission to develop the capacity of space segment for India. This collaboration will permit the Kinéis and Dhruva Space to provide affordable, advanced and dependable IoT solutions and services. These solutions will stand-in growth, development and innovation of novel technology-based applications and services designed for the Indian market especially, in order to drive advancements in space technologies.
Speaking to this strategic partnership, Sanjay Nekkanti, Chief Executive Officer of Dhruva Space says, “Our existing partnership with Kinéis has been built on a foundation of mutual confidence and trust. By enhancing this collaboration, we are poised to deliver innovative IoT services that will drive digital transformation and open new opportunities for businesses and communities throughout the country”.
Further Nekkanti added, "Together, Kinéis and Dhruva Space are committed to passing on the benefits of Space-Tech advancements for novel use-case development across India”.
Similarly, Alexandre Tisserant, Chief Executive Officer of Kinéis comments, “This technological and commercial partnership with Dhruva Space is a concrete expression of the relationship of trust established with Kinéis and reflects the joint drive to provide high-performance spatial IoT services for the Indian market. The applications of Kinéis connectivity are infinite—spanning environment, agriculture, monitoring of energy networks, and commercial maritime activities. Our commercial services will bring considerable benefits to Indian public and private players.