Singtel has launched a new IoT service designed to help enterprises manage connected devices. Its updated Multi-Domestic Connectivity solution, built with cloud-native partner floLIVE, gives companies a single point of access to networks in over 190 markets. This removes the need to manoeuvre between separate mobile operator agreements, SIM platforms, billing systems, or network switching tools.
The system supports regulatory compliance and offers a consistent service in regions including China, Europe, the Middle East, and the Americas. To extend its reach, Singtel has also signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Lenovo Connect, focusing on helping hardware makers – particularly in the automotive sector – expand overseas through a unified platform.
For automakers developing connected vehicles or preparing for autonomous driving, reliable and flexible IoT connectivity is critical. The vehicles depend on built-in access for navigation, over-the-air updates, safety alerts, diagnostics, and entertainment services. The new offering combines Singtel’s network with Lenovo Connect’s device expertise and floLIVE’s multi-IMSI SIM technology to simplify deployment and support consistent delivery. The goal is to reduce time to market and make it easier to build and run new features for in-vehicle systems.
Ng Tian Chong, CEO of Singtel Singapore, said the rollout supports broader efforts to enable intelligent mobility and build momentum in IoT adoption in sectors like healthcare, logistics, retail, and smart cities. The company is also laying technical groundwork in areas like edge computing and device orchestration to support new business demands.
A major challenge in international IoT expansion is the fragmented state of mobile network platforms. Singtel’s Connectivity Management Platform (CMP) addresses this by offering a centralised way to manage SIMs, devices, and diagnostics in real time. Enterprises can now switch between mobile networks more easily using the latest eSIM standards, like eUICC (SGP.32), and handle SIM and device lifecycles remotely, without needing to replace physical hardware.
Connected vehicles are expected to play a major role in furthering global IoT demand. The market for connected cars is forecast to surpass US$250 billion in value by 2030, with Asia-Pacific leading that growth.
China remains a key market for electric vehicles, according to the IEA’s latest global outlook. Singtel has already worked with automakers from the US, Europe, and Asia to support their connected car programmes. Its new collaboration with Lenovo Connect aims to streamline in-car payments, data collection, smart navigation, and software updates.
The new offering builds on infrastructure investments Singtel has made since 2022. Over the past few years, the company has developed IoT services, including a partnership with Verizon that lets US customers activate IoT devices through Singtel’s networks in the country.
It has also supported 5G RedCap technology to expand connectivity for devices like smartwatches and industrial sensors, and created tools like the Paragon orchestration platform to manage how data and traffic move from device to application.
With these types of technology in place, enterprises may find it easier to scale and manage IoT deployments globally using Singtel’s infrastructure.
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