Since deployment, EutelSat
OneWeb connectivity has
strengthened communication
and coordination across the
remote route.
Overview
Le Tour de Spirit of the Great Heart is a six-day, 640 km cycling journey by the Revived Pulse Foundation, raising funds and awareness for South Africans requiring life-saving cardiac care.
For the third consecutive year, Paratus South Africa supported the tour with Eutelsat OneWeb LEO connectivity, two dedicated support staff and a backup vehicle.
The challenge
The route passes through remote areas of the Karoo where conventional connectivity is limited or unavailable.
Medical professionals taking part also need to remain connected to their practices, colleagues and, where necessary, patients.
Limited connectivity across remote terrain
Maintaining communication while travelling between locations
Keeping medical professionals connected
Supporting a mobile team across 640 km
The solution
Paratus deployed Eutelsat OneWeb LEO satellite connectivity to provide reliable internet access across remote sections of the route.
The mobile solution enables the team to stay connected where terrestrial networks cannot be relied upon.
The installation process was:
Configured for mobile deployment
Installed for use throughout the journey
Supported by Paratus personnel
Operated across remote sections of the route
The impact
Since deployment, EutelSat OneWeb connectivity has strengthened communication and coordination across the remote route.
1
Connected teams
Communication across remote areas
Medical professionals remain connected to their practices and colleagues
Support teams can coordinate while on the move
2
Improved operations
Faster communication when issues arise
Better coordination between cyclists, medical and support teams
Reduced reliance on conventional mobile coverage
3
Connected teams
Communication across remote areas
Medical professionals remain connected to their practices and colleagues
Support teams can coordinate while on the move
Performance & reliability
Connectivity across remote areas beyond conventional coverage
Supports a mobile operation covering 640 km
Provides an additional communication link for the tour team
Paratus support throughout the journey
Cost & operational efficiency
EutelSat OneWeb provides connectivity in remote locations without requiring permanent terrestrial infrastructure, making it suitable for temporary and mobile operations.
Looking ahead
Continued connectivity support for future Le Tour events
Supporting Revived Pulse across remote routes
Demonstrating how EutelSat OneWeb can support organisations beyond traditional network coverage
Conclusion
The partnership demonstrates how Eutelsat OneWeb LEO connectivity can help organisations stay connected when operating beyond the reach of conventional network infrastructure.
Connectivity is more than technology – it’s about breaking barriers. With Eutelsat’s OneWeb LEO constellation, we’re able to deliver reliable, high-speed internet even in the most remote and challenging environments.
Managing Director – Paratus South Africa – Kallie Carlsen
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