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SATSOL Expands High-Speed Coverage with Mimosa’s 6 Series A6 + C6x Solution
SATSOL, the second-largest telecom operator in the Solomon Islands, is expanding reliable broadband connectivity across the islands with Mimosa’s 6 Series A6 Access Points and C6x Client Radios. Designed for speed, scalability, and resilience, this powerful Point-to-Multipoint network delivers fiber-like performance—Connectivity, Simplified.
SATSOL, the second-largest telecom operator in the Solomon Islands, turned to Mimosa’s fixed wireless access solutions to deliver reliable, high-speed connectivity across its island nation. Facing growing competition from VSAT providers, SATSOL deployed Mimosa’s A6 and C6x radios in a Point-to-Multipoint network—achieving speeds up to 200 Mbps for more than 1,000 subscribers. The result: a resilient, cost-efficient broadband network that performs even in the islands’ tropical climate, helping SATSOL keep communities connected from coast to coast.
As competition in the Solomon Islands intensified, SATSOL faced growing pressure from new VSAT operators offering attractive service options and strong performance. To maintain its leadership position, SATSOL needed to modernize its fixed wireless network with a Point-to-Multipoint (PTMP) solution that could match or exceed VSAT performance—while remaining locally managed, scalable, and cost-effective.
In addition to competitive pressure, the Solomon Islands’ geography and climate introduced unique challenges. Delivering reliable connectivity across multiple islands required a solution that could:
- Withstand tropical conditions, including heavy rainfall and dense cloud cover
- Deliver consistent throughput and uptime across long distances
- Support both business and residential customers with flexible speed plans
- Simplify network operations with intuitive management tools and dependable technical support
Mimosa’s fixed wireless portfolio offered the right combination of performance, resilience, and manageability to meet SATSOL’s needs and set a new standard for broadband reliability across the island nation.
SATSOL deployed a Point-to-Multipoint (PTMP) configuration using Mimosa A6 Access Points paired with C6x Clients to expand service coverage and capacity.
The deployment serves approximately 1,000 subscribers — a number that continues to grow as SATSOL migrates its entire fixed customer base to the new Mimosa platform.
- Subscriber Mix: 70% business / 30% residential
- Geographic Distribution: 80% urban / 20% rural
- Service Plans: Up to 200 Mbps, with options starting at 100 Mbps
Even in extreme tropical conditions, Mimosa links have remained stable, maintaining strong connectivity through cloudy skies and heavy rain — a key differentiator for the Solomon Islands’ challenging environment.
SATSOL’s transition to Mimosa has yielded measurable improvements in performance, reliability, and operational efficiency:
- Enhanced Network Stability: Consistent uptime even during inclement weather.
- Superior Customer Experience: Faster speeds and lower latency across both business and residential subscribers.
- Operational Confidence: Simplified monitoring and maintenance through Mimosa’s NMS.
- Strong Partnership: Ongoing technical collaboration and responsive support from the Mimosa team.
“We’ve experienced excellent support from Mimosa — responsive account managers, valuable technical suggestions, access to sample equipment, and a great NMS system. Overall, it’s been a smooth and positive partnership.”
— Evan Delapena, CTO, SATSOL
The partnership between SATSOL and Mimosa represents a major step forward in connecting the Solomon Islands. By leveraging Mimosa’s A6 Access Points and C6x Client Radios, SATSOL has been able to deliver fiber-like speeds over wireless, expanding broadband access to businesses, schools, and homes that were previously underserved or dependent on slower satellite connections. The scalable, cloud-managed platform gives SATSOL full visibility and control of its network, ensuring optimal performance and easy subscriber management as demand continues to grow.
In just a short time, SATSOL has seen measurable improvements in customer satisfaction and service reliability. The Mimosa-powered network continues to perform exceptionally well despite the region’s challenging weather conditions, with throughput plans ranging from 100 to 200 Mbps. As SATSOL continues to migrate its fixed customer base to the new PTMP platform, it’s redefining what’s possible for connectivity across one of the Pacific’s most remote island nations—proving that with the right technology and local expertise, geography is no longer a barrier to broadband access.
Looking Ahead
With its Mimosa-based PTMP network in place, SATSOL is poised to continue expanding coverage and capacity across the Solomon Islands. By combining local expertise with Mimosa’s high-performance fixed wireless technology, the company is connecting more communities than ever before — bridging the digital divide across one of the most remote regions in the Pacific.