Avanti Communications, a global provider of integrated connectivity services, conducted a successful satellite connectivity test with BankservAfrica and Capitec Bank, a major South African retail bank. This test highlights the potential of satellite communications to enhance digital banking systems and improve transactional security.
Key Findings from the Satellite Connectivity Test:
Stable Connectivity: The satellite connection maintained consistent stability, essential for uninterrupted financial transactions on Avanti’s GEO Ka HTS satellite.
Mission Critical Application: The satellite link successfully handled financial traffic, proving its capability during terrestrial link disruptions caused by fiber cuts or power issues.
Effective Production Testing: The satellite link managed high transaction volumes efficiently during intensive production testing.
Gamze Aydin, Senior Vice President of Sales and South Africa Country Manager at Avanti, stated that the test demonstrates the potential for satellite technology to reduce reliance on vulnerable local infrastructure and ensure operational resilience amidst power and cable issues.
Ben Janse van Rensburg, Chief Technology Officer at BankservAfrica, expressed satisfaction with the test results, indicating the feasibility of using satellite technology for added resilience in the financial industry. The initiative marks a significant advancement in reinforcing the resilience of financial services in Africa, confirming the reliability of satellite communication in maintaining stable transaction environments.
