DRIVING TELECOMS INNOVATION
30 years of powering operator growth
Our solutions have helped operators grow and transform their networks for decades – explore our history to discover more.
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Powering MNOs, MVNEs, MVNOs and NPNs -
Innovating in ultra-low latency applications
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5 continents, 70+ countries
WTL founded – switching for the next generation
Originally founded as World Telecom Labs, WTL began life supplying innovative, carrier-grade switching solutions with integrated SS7 and VoIP protocols to operators across Europe. Architectural flexibility enabled WTL to overcome complex signalling challenges.
Patented tech for long-distance backhaul
Novel Network Optimisation Protocol delivered significant cost savings for long-distance carriers – increasing capacity by up to 10 times on standard network links, disruption backhaul and carrier communications for international traffic.
Deployed full national fixed networks
WTL’s innovative SS7 over IP solution was deployed by two operators – in Austria and the Netherlands – to provide fixed-line services nationally. The installations provided enhanced performance and drew on WTL’s SS7 expertise and pioneering approach to switching.
Moving into space!
In a first, WTL’s patented Network Optimisation Protocol (NOP) was deployed to provide maritime coverage for vessels in Scandinavia, with VoIP connectivity enabled through satellite links. NOP significantly reduced bandwidth requirements – and costs.
Supporting carrier-neutral IP voice exchange
Thanks to WTL’s integrated VoIP and SS7 solution, Traff-X became the first and largest carrier-neutral voice exchange in Belgium. The highly scalable IPNX solution enabled Traff-X to grow rapidly, supporting around 100 million voice minutes each month.
Driving inter-exchange traffic in Nigeria
WTL played a pivotal role in supporting ICN Nigeria’s growth, as it became the largest inter-exchange carrier in Nigeria, with traffic exceeding 100 million minutes per month. WTL’s VoIP switches were augmented with STM1 connectivity, extending the range of available options.
Growing international recognition
WTL’s innovations and the surging volume of traffic handled by our systems saw numerous awards and growing industry attention. The portfolio expanded with successful deployment of Lawful Interception solutions in Latin America.
Expanded capacity and rural connectivity
We introduced high-capacity connectivity to extend our core session and routing solutions, while delivering innovative, turnkey systems to enhance rural coverage. Connecting the unconnected in Tanzania – and bringing new options to remote regions everywhere.
Rural voice and data services for the unconnected
WTL’s Vivada solution enters commercial service, delivering connectivity for remote regions, backed by innovative satellite backhaul. Virtual SBC, new traffic handling records and first LTE innovations – while Facebook-backed Telecom Infra Project recognises our innovations.
LTE innovation lab launched in Brazil
WTL’s growing status and contribution to rural connectivity recognised with invitation to address African telecoms regulators forum, while further awards secured. National Roaming solution deployed and new ground broken with LTE downlink performance.
Expansion to Asia and messaging growth
Vivada 4G and 2G deployed in Asia, expanding network reach and coverage. New SMS hub solutions brought efficient, scalable delivering for A2P and P2P messaging to Africa. Shortlisted for more awards, WTL continued to disrupt rural connectivity options.
Inter-exchange connectivity for Nigeria
WTL was chosen to provide Inter-exchange connectivity for Nigerian carriers, affirming the performance of our solutions for critical national infrastructure. Further rural connectivity projects were completed, extending coverage to close the digital divide.
Towards new horizons
Founder-led management buyout and company relaunch as Wireless Technology Labs, solidifying growing strength in mobile core network markets. Coverage projects for hundreds of villages and low-cost LTE solution for connectivity confirmed momentum.
Urban densification and coverage
WTL gained Ntel certification and approval for innovative 4G small cells, supporting urban densification and mobile broadband delivery. New IXC customers drove traffic throughput to new levels – and continued exposure to rural connectivity projects brought further success.
Winning operator approval
2G and 4G RAN solutions gained additional approvals in Nigeria for the provision of rural connectivity, while core signalling solutions continued to pass acceptance tests. WTL gained further ground as a disruptive provider – broadening choice for MNOs and MVNOs.
Heading towards 5G
WTL garnered more approvals for its innovative 4G RAN solutions – while preparing for 5G launches by developing its own 5G core network solutions, from the ground up. Delivering cloud-native performance, WTL’s 5G core delivers unprecedented ROI.
Unlocking MVNO business models
WTL’s core network technologies chosen by Nigeria’s leading MVNE provider – supporting new MVNO models and unlocking competitive mobile services for millions of customers. New PTToC solutions deliver low-cost options for robust and multi-device communications.
New partnerships and growth
More MVNOs, more connectivity and new members of the team. WTL’s investments and deployments continued to deliver for customers and their subscribers, with more MVNOs seeking to deliver differentiated services and reach new segments.
Ultra efficient 5G core
WTL unveils new, 3GPP-compliant 0MB container 5G SA core, eliminating overheads associated with traditional approaches to virtualisation. The result? A lean, distributed core that delivers maximum performance, resilience and scalability – without complexity.
Global operators depend on WTL
Next generation core network and access solutions – cloud-native, containerised and carrier-grade.
70+
countries
Truly global solution delivery
100+ networks
Solving connectivity challenges
30
years
Partnering mobile innovators
1600+ interconnects
Solving interop challenges, daily
