BLUETOWN
BLUETOWN
About

Connecting the unconnected

The Bluetown technology and business model is a unique solution for developing rural areas of the world. Not only will it improve the means of communication but more importantly, it will significantly improve quality of life in these areas.

Bluetwon connects the next billion people to the Internet with a unique end-to-end communication platform enabling growth and higher standards of living in rural areas of the world.

They have developed an affordable and sustainable way of connecting the unconnected

The core of the Bluetown solution is a base station operated 100% by solar energy. The base station establishes a Wi-Fi hotspot with a range of up to one kilometer. The hotspot is connected to the Internet by existing infrastructure or by satellite, bringing connectivity to even the most secluded areas of the world. And since the solution is based on Wi-Fi, people can browse the Web, stay in touch, or participate in educational programs using any smartphone, tablet, or laptop.

The Bluetown Base Station:

The Bluetown base station is designed to operate under harsh environmental conditions. It delivers a high quality Wi-Fi signal with a range of up to one kilometer in diameter and minimal maintenance. The entire system is 100% solar-powered and comes with rechargeable batteries to ensure 24/7 performance. Users can charge their mobile devices at a specially designed charging station. And extra features such as a streetlight and webcam can easily be added.

 

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Type of organization

2 offices
101-250
2006
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Experience

Company Offices

  • Denmark (headquarters)
  • Copenhagen
  • P.H. Lings Alle 4
  • Ghana
  • Accra
  • 5th Avenue Corporate Offices Building, 5th Avenue Extension, Plot No. 32 Switchback Road, West Cantonments, Accra – Ghana