Mobile operators in Russia start testing IoT Sims ⋆

Mobile operators in Russia start testing IoT Sims

Russian mobile operators have started testing Sims for IoT services, reports Kommersant. Mobile operator Megafon has already launched IoT tariffs. Users won’t need to change SIMs in order to access the deals; they will only need an NB-IoT-supporting device. At the moment there are almost thirteen million such devices in Russia. russia iot

Standard NB-IoT is widely applied in various transducers, sensors and automatic counters, most of which is used in smart homes. Such devices consume a minimal amount of energy. As well as minimizes the level of traffic on the Internet.

Maps of the new standard have already been released. Mobile operators are asked to test them in sixteen pilot areas. The manufacturer will submit for testing three kinds of SIM cards: normal, thermal cards to operate in extreme climatic conditions and SIM chips for small gadgets.

In case of successful testing, the new generation SIM cards will be developed with a new tariff.

According to analysts ‘ estimates, AC&M, in Russia, the volume of SIM cards for the Internet of things does not exceed 5% of the total number of activated cards. For the further development of this format will require the creation of a separate support network. russia iot

The IoT (Internet of Things) market in Russia is growing rapidly and has significant potential. According to a report by Research and Markets, the Russian IoT market is expected to grow at a CAGR (compound annual growth rate) of 24.8% between 2021 and 2026.

The growth of the IoT market in Russia is being driven by factors such as increasing investments in smart city projects, growing demand for automation and digitalization in industries such as manufacturing and logistics, and increasing adoption of connected devices by consumers.

In terms of market segments, the report identifies the following as the key areas of growth for the IoT market in Russia:

Industrial IoT (IIoT): IIoT is expected to be the largest segment of the Russian IoT market, driven by the adoption of Industry 4.0 practices in manufacturing and logistics.
Smart cities: The demand for IoT solutions in smart cities is also expected to grow, as more cities in Russia invest in projects such as intelligent transportation systems, smart street lighting, and environmental monitoring.
Consumer IoT: The adoption of connected devices in the consumer market is also expected to increase, particularly in areas such as home automation, healthcare, and wearable devices.

Overall, the IoT market in Russia is expected to continue to grow in the coming years, driven by a combination of government initiatives, increasing investment, and growing demand for connected devices and solutions.