AALTO

AALTO, a subsidiary of Airbus, specializes in stratospheric connectivity and earth observation services.

Based in Farnborough, UK, the company designs, manufactures, and operates the solar-powered Zephyr High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS). The Zephyr operates above 60,000 feet, achieving remarkable flight durations, including a record of over 64 days. The Zephyr platform is versatile and can support various applications without needing hardware changes. AALTO offers two main service categories: connectivity services, which include low-latency 5G Direct-to-Device solutions and network infrastructure for mobile network operators, and earth observation services for environmental monitoring, border security, and disaster management. AALTO serves both commercial and government partners, focusing on markets such as mobile network operators, defense, precision agriculture, and regional connectivity solutions.