2G and 3G networks shutdown will cost R$10 billion (US$ 1,6 billion) for Brazilian market
This impact should affect mainly tracking and payments companies. Links Field is partnering with Lyra M2M to facilitate the transition.
The Brazilian market is preparing for the shutdown of 2G and 3G mobile networks, already announced by Anatel (National Telecommunications Agency) and which, apparently, should be done gradually. The agency has also announced that, from April 2025, new equipment that uses only these connectivity technologies will no longer be allowed for sale. On the other hand, large operators have already started replanning their 2G and 3G antenna networks.
According to an unprecedented study for the local market prepared by Links Field, a virtual telecommunications operator (MVNO) focused on M2M, thousands of Brazilian companies will have their operations affected in the coming years, since, of the 20 million tracking and payment devices on the market today, 12 million still use 2G and 3G connectivity. On the other hand, according to the Brazilian Internet Association (Abranet), many Brazilian municipalities still only have 2G or 3G mobile connectivity, such as, for example, 40 of the 62 municipalities in Amazonas.
The impact of this shutdown on companies is predicted to be around R$10 billion (US$ 1,6 billion), which will have to be absorbed by businesses across the country, including many micro and small entrepreneurs. These costs refer to the acquisition of 4G devices (with greater data transmission capacity and better energy efficiency) and exchange services for obsolete equipment yet in use on the market. To mitigate the effects of this technological transition, Links Field joins Lyra M2M, a Lyra Group company dedicated to IoT and M2M devices and connectivity, offering to the market precise information and tools to manage lines and screen Brazilian networks.
For Paulo Nogueira, Commercial Director of Grupo Lyra, “This type of collaboration is a sign of the market’s maturity. A necessary step for companies in the IoT sector to rely on integrated and personalized, highly efficient solutions, with a focus on quality and technological innovation.”
The Founding Partner and General Director of Links Field Brasil, Thiago Rodrigues, adds:
“The market has been looking for more information and clarity about the technologies that have such an impact on their business, and the focus of this partnership is to bring innovation and information to the M2M segment. Lyra M2M’s expertise in connectivity management aligns with our strategy of supporting customers in decision-making at this crucial time of technology transition.”
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