From Grid to Edge

Wireless Connectivity for Critical Energy Operations

Keep every connection that keeps the grid safe, online, and visible.

Energy operators need resilience, visibility, and control across every site. Globalgig delivers carrier-agnostic connectivity and a management platform built for reliability, security, and orchestration. From rural substations to wind farms to dense urban EV networks and field assets, operations stay continuously connected with unified oversight and regulatory confidence — without the complexity of managing multiple carriers or contracts.

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The Smart Grid Isn’t Smart Without Reliable Connectivity

Electrification and digitalization have turned every charger, meter, and substation into a live node the grid depends on, yet most networks weren’t built for millions of connected assets.

Charge points must deliver instant sessions. Smart meters stream live data. Substations need to provide real-time visibility that helps prevent outages and safety incidents.

As 3G and 4G networks phase out and 5G expands unevenly, coverage gaps and inconsistent reliability remain common. When connectivity drops, visibility disappears.

Teams waste hours tracing faults across carriers and sending crews into the field.

The gap isn’t just technology; it’s connectivity architecture. Many operators still patch redundancy across single-carrier networks, juggling portals never designed for grid-scale operations.

Energy operators need resilient, compliant connectivity designed for scale, one global solution that unifies visibility, management, and control with built-in smart grid communications and 5G energy network resilience.

Connectivity Engineered for Smart Grid and Energy Infrastructure

Consolidate carriers, SIMs, and management in one platform built for critical energy operations, delivering visibility, resilience, and control across every site.

Simplify, Secure, and Scale Energy Operations

Connectivity built for the realities of the grid — unified, intelligent, and always resilient.

Keep Operations Continuously Online

Eliminate downtime and data loss with built-in network resilience. Multi-network SIMs and automatic failover deliver 99.9% uptime, keeping every charger, meter, and substation online even in remote or high-risk locations.

Simplify Grid Modernization and Migration

Transition from legacy 3G/4G to 5G securely with integrated eSIM capability. Every migration is validated, compliant, and deployed in phases to avoid service disruption or costly rework.

Unify Control and Response Across the Grid

Manage every connection, carrier, and device from one platform. Real-time diagnostics, analytics, and orchestration give IT and operations teams full transparency across assets, regions, and vendors.

Strengthen Security and Compliance

Protect operational data with private APNs, encrypted tunnels, and SIM-to-device binding. Ensure connectivity aligns with ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and NERC CIP to support continuous compliance and audit readiness.

Simplify Operations and Reduce Cost

Replace multiple vendors, contracts, and portals with one managed environment. Unified billing, centralized data, and managed services reduce operational overhead and total cost of ownership.

Deploy Confidently Without Added Risk

We handle design, validation, and rollout for every site. Every site is engineered, validated, and delivered with the right mix of carrier and satellite connectivity to ensure predictable, compliant go-lives without delays or rework.

Get Expert Insight on Your Energy Connectivity Strategy

Managing connectivity across hundreds of devices and sites is complex. With 3G and 4G being phased out and 5G shaping future operations, upgrading without risking uptime or compliance is a growing challenge.

A short consultation with our team helps you:

  • Assess your current wireless setup and 5G readiness.
  • Pinpoint resilience gaps and high-risk dependencies across assets.
  • Benchmark performance and fault-recovery practices against other energy operators.
  • Identify opportunities to improve uptime, visibility, and control.

No obligation — just practical advice you can take back to your team.

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Make IoT Connectivity a Critical Part of Grid Reliability

EV Charging Infrastructure

Keep charging stations connected for payments, usage tracking, and grid balancing. Multi-network SIMs and private routing protect transactions and uptime, so every charger stays online, visible, and compliant.

Smart Metering and IoT Devices

Keep meters and IoT devices securely connected, even in hard-to-reach locations. Multi-network redundancy ensures readings always reach your systems for accurate billing and compliance without manual visits.

Renewable Energy Sites

Enable continuous connectivity for inverters, charge controllers, and monitoring units across solar, wind, and battery storage sites. Multi-network and satellite options keep remote assets visible regardless of terrain or weather, supporting early fault detection, optimized generation, and secure over-the-air firmware upgrades for safe, compliant operation.

Smart Grid and Critical Infrastructure

Keep grid automation and control systems connected at all times. Private LTE delivers continuous telemetry from RTUs, reclosers, and voltage regulators at substations and along distribution lines, supporting real-time SCADA operations, automated fault response, and load balancing across your smart grid infrastructure.

Field Operations and Workforce Connectivity

Reliable wireless links for vehicles, handheld tools, cameras, and SOS systems keep field crews connected to control centers wherever they are. Continuous connectivity ensures data, diagnostics, and safety alerts reach teams in real time, enabling faster repairs and safer operations — especially for lone workers in remote or hazardous areas. 

Environmental and Site Monitoring

Reliable connectivity supports low-data sensors that track temperature, emissions, vibration, or humidity across energy sites. Continuous, secure links ensure accurate compliance data and early detection of environmental or equipment risks, keeping monitoring systems online wherever they’re deployed. 

Security and Access Control Systems

Reliable always-on connectivity keeps cameras and access controls at substations, charging sites, and remote facilities online at all times. Continuous, secure links ensure accurate compliance data and real-time visibility for early detection of environmental risks, equipment issues, or security threats, strengthening operational safety and faster incident response.

One SIM for every connected energy asset with security built in at the SIM level

Security Embedded Across Every Connection

Energy operations rely on uninterrupted data flow and secure access to field assets. Globalgig makes that possible from SIM to substation to control room.

  • Private by design: Operational data stay off the public internet with private APNs, private IPs, and secure backhaul.
  • Always-on resilience: Out-of-band wireless pathways and built-in failover keep critical systems online, even if the primary network goes down.
  • Smarter SIM controls: Device-to-SIM binding and policy enforcement and restricted roaming prevent misuse or unauthorized access across distributed assets.
  • Direct-to-cloud access: Connect securely to AWS, Azure, and other platforms without public exposure for better performance and control.
  • On-site protection: Partner solutions from Palo Alto, Peplink, and Cradlepoint to extend protection with firewalls, VPNs, and edge security solutions.

Every substation, every charger, every sensor operates within a secure, compliant network architecture that meets the highest standards for regulatory compliance.

FAQs on Wireless Connectivity for Energy and Utilities

Can you take over our existing SIMs and carrier plans without breaking anything?

Yes. We make modernization seamless. Globalgig can migrate your existing SIMs and carrier plans into one managed environment, so you maintain service continuity while consolidating billing, contracts, and visibility. Transition from 3G or 4G to 5G at your own pace, without disrupting field operations. 

Can one connectivity platform really serve all our grid assets — from smart meters to substations?

Absolutely. Whether devices connect via embedded SIM/eSIM, or router-based gateways, Globalgig provides one secure, carrier-agnostic backbone. Smart meters, substations, solar arrays, EV chargers, and sensors all run on a unified architecture with coverage across 600+ networks and centralized visibility through Orchestra.

What happens when coverage drops or a carrier network fails?

If a primary network fails, our multi-IMSI SIMs instantly failover to secondary networks. When both cellular paths drop, routers automatically engage in tertiary connectivity via satellite or integrate with your existing private infrastructure. Even in disasters or zero-coverage areas, critical systems stay connected.

What happens if regulations or carrier policies change?

Because we’re carrier-agnostic, your team can adapt quickly without physical intervention. SIM profiles, routing policies, and data pools can be updated remotely through the Orchestra platform, allowing you to meet new regional requirements or carrier changes without replacing hardware or re-architecting your network.

What if we need deployment support, not just SIMs in a box?

We deliver a complete wireless solution that includes design, installation, and integration with your existing systems for faster rollout, fewer dependencies, and reliable performance from day one. 

How is Globalgig different from traditional carriers?

Unlike regional or single-carrier providers, Globalgig combines global SIM architecture, secure multi-network resilience, intelligent management, and hands-on deployment within one platform. As a carrier-agnostic provider, we give you centralized visibility and flexibility across every connection without locking you into a single vendor or portal.

How does Globalgig help IoT and OEM providers manage connectivity complexity?

We don’t compete with equipment manufacturers or IoT specialists. We empower them. OEMs can embed Globalgig connectivity into their devices to deliver turnkey, enterprise-ready solutions with always-on performance and simple lifecycle management. 

Can you be my one-vendor global footprint?

Yes. We offer one contract, one platform, and centralized access to 600+ carrier networks, so you can choose and manage connectivity globally without sourcing individual MNOs. Consistent coverage, unified management, and one accountable partner worldwide. 

How does Globalgig prevent unmanaged endpoints from creeping into the network?

Every SIM, router, and gateway is registered, policy-bound, and visible in Orchestra platform. Authentication and lifecycle tracking significantly reduce the risk of unauthorized or unmanaged devices operating within your environment.

How does Globalgig protect our data and support compliance?

Globalgig and Orchestra is SOC 2 compliant. The platform supports multi-factor authentication (MFA), single sign-on (SSO), and role-based access control (RBAC) to support security frameworks used by energy and utility organizations, including ISO 27001 and NERC CIP.

Wireless Expertise to Strengthen Your Operations

Keep every site, system, and field team online and secure. Get expert guidance to strengthen resilience, improve network performance, and see how other energy operators are addressing similar challenges. Walk away with practical next steps and ideas to help your team modernize safely and efficiently.