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BroadForward expands footprint across Middle East & Africa with strategic STP, DRA, SEPP and Firewall deployments
BroadForward Unified Signaling Core powers seamless STP and DRA replacement as well as 5G roaming and security enablement across multi-operator deployments
Amersfoort, The Netherlands - 12 November 2025 - BroadForward today announces a major expansion across the Middle East and Africa (MEA), marked by successful deployments of its mobile core network products with leading operator groups across multiple countries. These wins reinforce BroadForward’s leadership in signaling technology and serve as validation that its mission-critical solutions are increasingly the preferred option for modernizing legacy telecom infrastructure and enabling next-generation connectivity.
The expansion comes as the MEA region experiences significant digital transformation, driven by an accelerating shift to advanced mobile technologies. GSMA Intelligence reports that 5G is projected to account for 50% of all mobile subscribers in the region by 2030, underscoring the vital need for robust, modern core network infrastructure to support this demand.
In Africa, BroadForward has replaced legacy STP and DRA functionality in multiple networks, supporting operators to transition from aging systems to a fully supported, modern software architecture. In the Middle East, BroadForward has deployed its 5G SEPP solution across several operators, enabling secure and seamless interconnection for 5G roaming. These deployments highlight the strategic importance of continued development in STP and DRA as well as the introduction of SEPP for safeguarding signaling traffic and ensuring interoperability in the 5G era.
Taco Schoute, CEO of BroadForward, commented on the achievement: "These wins represent a major milestone for BroadForward and a strong validation of our Unified Signaling Core technology. The Middle East and Africa are regions of immense importance for the global telecom industry, presenting both the challenge of modernizing vast legacy infrastructure and the opportunity of rapid 5G rollouts. Our success here is achieved in collaboration with our local resellers and system integrator partners, and demonstrates our ability to deliver highly flexible, future-proof solutions that meet the diverse needs of the continent's most ambitious operators."
BroadForward’s Unified Signaling Core (USC) offers a common signaling architecture and is tailored to enable integration in multi-vendor network environments, making it well suited to support replacement of fragmented legacy systems. As an example, BroadForward’s GSMA award-winning virtualized Signaling Transfer Point (vSTP), which can be deployed on bare metal, virtual machines, or cloud environments, is one of the few modern products capable of replacing aging legacy systems. The USC design provides operators with a flexible, feature-rich signaling environment which allows for uniform operations and provisioning across all BroadForward 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G products. With its Unified Signaling Core, BroadForward continues to set the standard for flexible, future-proof signaling solutions across legacy and next-generation networks. Read more
Türk Telekom International Enhances Network Routing and Security with BroadForward and Odine
Odine deploys BroadForward STP, DRA and signaling Firewalls at TTI
Dubai, 8th April 2025. Türk Telekom International (TTI), a prominent provider of internet and IP interconnect services across multiple countries, has announced the successful integration of BroadForward's Signaling Transfer Point (STP) and Diameter Routing Agent (DRA), alongside advanced BroadForward signaling firewall security for 2G, 3G and 4G networks, facilitated by global technology partner Odine.
Key to TTI's decision to embrace the BroadForward solution is the unparalleled versatility offered by BroadForward’s 'single engine’ converged signaling solution. This innovative approach allows TTI to support multiple generations of core network functions, providing an array of deployment models as well as unmatched flexibility, efficiency, and convergence advantages. With support for SS7, Diameter, HTTP/2, and more, this software architecture perfectly aligns with TTI's forward-looking vision towards 5G and beyond.
Ayhan Yenici, Voice&SMS&IPX Manager of TTI Technology, expressed "The option to uniformly manage and provision systems while achieving virtualization across generations of network functions is pivotal for the efficiency of our operations.”
Kemal Kestane, Network Management Director of TTI Technology, added “The inherent flexibility of the BroadForward converged signaling solution perfectly suits our dynamic needs as a fast-moving service provider, especially on the road to providing full 5G roaming support."
By adopting the common signaling engine and intuitive GUI management interface of the BroadForward solution, TTI stands to gain significant operational efficiencies and streamlined network management processes. Moreover, this centralized approach also enables TTI to adapt swiftly to evolving industry standards and customer demands.
Odine, a trusted partner of BroadForward, has delivered the GSMA GLOMO award-winning signaling solution to TTI, marking a significant milestone in the transformation of TTI's network architecture in preparation for the 5G era. Odine's deep expertise in end-to-end SaaS/PaaS solutions and systems integration played a pivotal role in the successful implementation of the project.
Türk Telekom International remains committed to delivering best-in-class services to its customers and partners, with a relentless focus on innovation and technological advancement. The collaboration with BroadForward and Odine underscores TTI's dedication to staying at the forefront of the telecommunications landscape.
About Türk Telekom International (TTI)
Türk Telekom International is a leading telecommunication operator in the CEE region, Türkiye, Caucasus, Middle-East and Asia. Türk Telekom International provides a full range of Internet/data services, infrastructure and wholesale voice services to incumbents, alternative carriers, mobile operators, cable TV companies, Internet service providers and corporate customers.
Türk Telekom International is 100% owned by Türk Telekom and act as its international business unit handling all international data and wholesale voice business functions. Türk Telekom International provides single account management and unified network operations over the entire Türk Telekom International network which includes 19 countries in Central and Eastern Europe, Türkiye, Middle East and the Caucasus.
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About Odine
Odine is a BroadForward partner and reseller. Odine is a global partner empowering sustainable network transformation, building resilient and software-defined networks of the future. We are a leading technology company that enables global companies to evolve with a sustainable approach. With market-leading technology, holistic solutions, and collaborative partnerships, we will support you in reinventing your value creation formula fully dedicated to your success. Our resources are available for organizations to tap into whenever they need them. We work collaboratively to equip you with the power to evolve your business models, build new propositions, differentiate yourselves, and accelerate into new territories.
Odine is publicly listed on the Borsa Istanbul (BIST: ODINE), demonstrating our commitment to transparency, accountability, and delivering long-term value to our shareholders.
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Mobile Operator 2degrees adopts BroadForward’s Signaling Transfer Point (STP), Firewall and Mobile Number Portability solution
Following the successful deployment of the BroadForward DRA, New Zealand operator 2degrees has gone live with the BroadForward STP. Deployment of the BroadForward Diameter Firewall, SS7 Firewall and Mobile Number Portability (MNP) solution is ongoing. Auckland, 14th March 2023
Leading New Zealand mobile operator 2degrees announced it has gone live with the BroadForward Signaling Transfer Point (STP), replacing Huawei for 3G Core network routing.
BroadForward, signaling experts from the Netherlands, provides mobile core network functions for 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G routing, interworking, security and number portability. Underlying all software products is a common, converged signaling architecture with on-board support for protocols such as Diameter, SS7, SIP, ENUM, RADIUS and HTTP/2. BroadForward’s software products are undergoing constant innovation and feature development, enabling operators to invest in the future while significantly reduce network complexity and costs. The design enables BroadForward products to be configured and managed through a common, powerful graphical user interface.
The BroadForward STP, often in combination with the BroadForward DRA, is widely adopted by leading global Mobile Network Operators, MVNOs and IPX providers. Often these are replacements of legacy products that are End Of Life (EOL) Also cost rationalization and network consolidation are key reasons for replacement.
Garry Joyce, Head of Core Network at 2degrees commented “We are pleased with the new STP and the relative ease with which BroadForward managed the replacement of the legacy systems. Deploying the BroadForward STP alongside the BroadForward DRA not only ensures continued development and support of the current solution, but also provides an easy and logical path to new network technologies and capabilities, including 5G”.
Taco Schoute, CEO of BroadForward added “2degrees is a great customer to have, as they push the boundaries of technology to achieve the best possible customer experience. The fact that, after the BroadForward DRA, they have also chosen our STP, Firewalls and Number Portability, is a testament to the benefits that our converged platform brings, with an integrated approach for all core network signalling, including a clear growth path towards future 5G network functions”.
About 2degrees
In 2022 New Zealand’s leading challenger telecommunications companies – 2degrees and Vocus – came together under the 2degrees brand to form New Zealand’s third largest, full-service telecommunications provider. 2degrees offers broadband and mobile services covering 98.5% of places Kiwis live and work, a nationwide fibre network and modern technology platforms, as well as energy services – all supported by an award-winning customer care team and a network of retail stores. It operates the 2degrees, Slingshot and Orcon brands.
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Unitel adopts BroadForward’s Intelligent Diameter Router and Firewall
Angola’s largest mobile operator has gone live with BroadForward’s intelligent Diameter Signaling Controller and Diameter Firewall Luanda, July 27th 2021
Leading Angola telecommunications provider Unitel announced it has gone live with the BroadForward Diameter Signaling Controller (BroadForward DSC) and the BroadForward Diameter Firewall (BroadForward DFW).
Based in Luanda, Angola, Unitel provides a broad spectrum of mobile and fixed telecommunication services in Angola, which includes mobile calling, high speed data and other services over its 2G/3G/4G and fiber networks. Unitel is currently deploying 5G.
Unitel has deployed the BroadForward Diameter Signaling Controller (BroadForward DSC) to ensure a robust and secure signaling architecture on its growing 4G network. The DSC provides intelligent routing to, and multi-protocol interworking with 3G, 4G/LTE and later 5G networks and systems. Compliant with the relevant GSMA FS.19 security recommendations, the BroadForward Diameter Firewall (BroadForward DFW) protects the Unitel 4G network against potential attacks, unauthorized senders, malformed messages, overload situations and much more.
Both BroadForward network functions are widely adopted by leading Mobile Network Operators, MVNOs and IPX providers and run on BroadForward’s converged signaling solution, a multi-technology software platform ready for 5G, supporting intelligent routing and interworking across 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, Fixed/Wi-Fi and IT systems.
Júlio Gonçalves, Core and Services Director of Unitel “With the BroadForward DSC and Firewall we have acquired future proof software technology which not only enables us to provide a higher quality of service and security for our customers, but also helps us reducing network complexity and costs, while ensuring we are ready to deal with the challenges of convergence and transition to 5G.”
Taco Schoute, CEO of BroadForward, added “BroadForward’s intelligent signaling software is the perfect fit for Unitel’s multi-technology network. The BroadForward DSC and Firewall empower Unitel engineers creating and managing secure signaling scenarios for 4G as well as other network technologies, including 5G”.
About Unitel
Unitel is the largest mobile operator in Angola. It operates a network based on GSM and UMTS standards, and provides voice communications, text (SMS) and multimedia (MMS) messages, fixed and mobile internet access. As a quintessential Angolan company it is an example of success and enjoys high levels of national pride. Unitel has revolutionized telecommunications in Angola with the quality and innovation of the services it has introduced to the market. https://www.unitel.ao/ Read more
GSMA nominates BroadForward for enabling 4G-5G Hybrid Core with the world’s first converged signaling solution
Dutch signaling experts BroadForward land their sixth GLOMO nomination for product innovation and achievement Amersfoort, The Netherlands, May 24, 2021
The GSMA announced today that the BroadForward converged signaling solution, enabling 4G-5G Hybrid Core, is nominated for the Global Mobile Awards (GLOMO) in the category Best Mobile & Network Software Breakthrough. This is the 6th time BroadForward has been shortlisted by the GSMA. Over its 26 years existence, the GLOMOs have been established as the telecom industry’s most influential awards.
The winner in this category will be announced on Wednesday June 30th, in a virtual award ceremony during the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, the world’s largest annual exhibition for the mobile industry.
The nomination is for BroadForward’s converged signaling solution, a single engine software platform designed to run core network functionality and provide support for all key signaling technologies such as SS7 (2G/3G), Diameter (4G), HTTP/2 (5G) and various other protocols. Operators use the BroadForward solution to deploy any combination of its on-board routing, interworking, security or storage functions, for integration and co-existence of 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G, Fixed and Wi-Fi systems, and beyond. The platform is in use at over 70 service providers (MNOs, MVNEs, MVNOs, IPX, IoT) around the world, running combinations of core signaling functions for all mobile access technologies including 5G.
With the current 5G non-standalone (NSA) and 5G standalone (SA) options, separate silos are created for the 4G and 5G Core. BroadForward however enables building a “4G-5G Hybrid Core” which facilitates a gradual transition from 4G to 5G Core, rather than having to take this big step all at once. BroadForward’s converged signaling solution supports operators to have multiple generations of core network functions co-existing and working together. Existing 4G network components (and even legacy 2G/3G systems) can be retained and combined with new 5G core network functions. This offers an economically much more favorable solution.
BroadForward CEO Taco Schoute commented: “This GSMA nomination is a tribute to our long held vision that signaling solutions should work across traditional technology divides. Whereas the life cycle of products designed for specific technologies and use cases are by nature limited, our converged signaling solution is unique, open-ended and continuous. It enables operators to combine and integrate multiple generations of core network functions. This way they can simultaneously invest in future proof technology while retaining and incorporating legacy network functions as part of network transition strategy”. Read more
IoT Enterprise Network Operator Pod Group goes live with multi-technology routing solution from BroadForward
Pod Group has deployed BroadForward’s multi-technology signaling platform, enabling converged, central routing for all 2G, 3G, 4G and future 5G IoT signaling traffic San Francisco, March 2nd, 2021 Pod Group
, the world’s first IoT Enterprise Network Operator (ENO), today announced it has deployed the BroadForward Next Generation Signaling Transfer Point (STP) and Next Generation Diameter Signaling Controller (DSC) to enable advanced signaling control in its worldwide IoT services network. The converged signaling platform enables Pod Group to achieve fast deployment of customer specific IoT signaling scenarios across network technologies. The virtualized software solution enables operators to combine network functions on the same single engine platform with other BroadForward network products, such as the SS7 and Diameter Firewall, 5G SEPP and SCP.
Both routing functions (STP and DSC) run on BroadForward’s single engine solution enabling converged 2G/3G, 4G and 5G routing and interworking functions across an extensive range of network protocols. The unique design of the software solution enables Pod Group to unify and simplify routing configuration, management and provisioning across all SS7, Diameter and later HTTP/2 IoT traffic.
Pod Group specializes in IoT SIM cards and advanced connectivity solutions for IoT applications, with 20+ years of experience, research and innovation in mobile connectivity. Pod Group provides enterprises, manufacturers and systems integrators with a complete suite of IoT connectivity technologies to enable those enterprises that do not have the in-house capabilities to build, manage, and run their own network by offering a range of managed services (Network as a service - NaaS).
As an Enterprise Network Operator (ENO), Pod Group is a new class of connectivity service provider in the IoT market which combines the network control and visibility of an MNO with the global reach, flexibility, and rapid innovation of an MVNO. It is an enabler for the infrastructure and related services that enterprises need in order to own and control their IoT networks.
Alistair Elliott - CTO Networks Pod Group, commented “When the underlying signaling technology provides intelligent cross-technology control there are clear benefits for enterprises to run their own network. The flexibility of the BroadForward multi-technology signaling solution does exactly that: it allows us to enable advanced SS7 and Diameter signaling scenarios that we can tailor on demand. The new signaling platform gives us comprehensive control, full access and a single view on 2G, 3G, 4G and later 5G IoT signaling traffic. This allows us to achieve a much faster time to market for network configuration and security policies in different IoT networks”.
BroadForward CEO, Taco Schoute added: “IoT is one of the fastest growing market segments in telecommunications with over 125 billion connected IoT devices predicted by 2030. Being at the forefront of developments in the IoT market, Pod Group will benefit tremendously from the BroadForward Next generation STP and DRA. Our converged software design provides unrivalled flexibility to match specific enterprise requirements and demands for fast deployment across 2G, 3G and 4G while able to support 5G IoT services as well”.
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Voiceworks selects BroadForward Next Generation STP to replace its legacy systems
Voiceworks, one of the largest players in the Dutch Telco and IT industries, has chosen the BroadForward STP to replace its legacy systems and enable intelligent routing of all of its SS7 signaling traffic Almere, November 18th, 2020
Voiceworks announced today they have selected the BroadForward Signaling Transfer Point (BroadForward STP). The company, a European leading provider of mobile telephony, fixed telephony, UC and data solutions, has currently two legacy SS7 routing solutions deployed from two major incumbent vendors which both will be replaced by the BroadForward Next Generation STP.
The BroadForward STP is a highly versatile routing hub for all 2G/3G related signaling traffic and will be deployed in a high available mode supporting geographic redundancy across multiple sites. The software solution provides Voiceworks with the signaling intelligence required to unify and simplify SS7 based routing configuration and management of all their SS7 signaling traffic. Voiceworks already has the BroadForward Diameter Signaling Controller (BroadForward DSC) in operation for routing of 4G signaling traffic. All BroadForward products support easy-to-use GUI based configuration and integration of advanced signaling scenarios across protocols and technologies, without the need for scripting or coding.
Voiceworks, which is based in the Netherlands, is one of the largest and fastest growing Voice over IP (VoIP) and web technology specialists in both the Dutch and German telecom markets. Their solutions – among others corporate Unified Communications (UC) and fixed-mobile-integration services – are delivered from the cloud both as a Mobile Virtual Network Enabler (MVNE) and Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO), which support clients and partners in their business growth. Voiceworks is part of pan-European unified communications technology and telecommunication services player Enreach. Organizations within this group all contribute to intelligent, integrated IT and communications solutions for the business market. Enreach serves over 1650 resellers and 2 million end-customers with activities in 25 countries.
Christian Bichbäumer, Head of Mobile Operations at Enreach says: “The deployment of the BroadForward STP will allow us to rationalize our network as we replace multiple legacy routers with one uniform, next generation software solution. The new STP will provide us with the required flexibility to implement complex routing logic and services, using a central easy-to-use configuration and management function. BroadForward has a proven track record for successfully supporting complex technical integrations projects at Enreach and we are happy to continue this collaboration.”
Steve Pit, COO at Enreach, adds” As an added bonus, the BroadForward STP runs on the same single engine signaling framework as our other BroadForward products. This not only provides cross-platform signaling flexibility to adapt to the specific wishes of our enterprise customers, but also enables us to reduce costs significantly”.
BroadForward CEO, Taco Schoute concludes: “As a long term signaling partner of Voiceworks we are thrilled to be selected to replace their legacy SS7 routers with our next generation STP. Our solution enables Voiceworks to move away from the limitations of inflexible legacy SS7 products, often running on proprietary hardware. In contrast, The BroadForward STP is a 100% software solution by design, allowing Voiceworks to enable converged signaling scenarios across 2G/3G, 4G and even 5G”. Read more
Telenet selects Infradata and BroadForward to enable converged signaling firewall solution
Infradata deploys BroadForward’s signaling firewall solution at Telenet, enabling security across 2G, 3G, 4G and later 5G access networks Zaventem, December 18th, 2019
Infradata and BroadForward are proud to announce to have been selected by Telenet to implement a converged signaling firewall solution. The firewall will provide Telenet Group, the largest provider of cable broadband services and third largest mobile operator in Belgium, an additional layer of security for both SS7 and Diameter networks to detect and prevent attacks such as subscriber ID theft, content theft and identify fake subscriber profiles.
Telenet specialises in the supply of broadband internet, fixed and mobile telephony services and cable television over a powerful HFC (hybrid fibre-coax) network to 4.9 million service subscribers. The acquisition of mobile operator Base enables Telenet to benefit from considerable operating synergies between their fixed and mobile network assets. The world's largest international TV and broadband company, Liberty Global, owns a 57.8% stake in Telenet.
Infradata is a preferred BroadForward Partner with the distinction of multiple certified engineers on staff. Infradata engineers are recognized by BroadForward as technical experts and advocates of BroadForward solutions, which includes 5G ready products for routing, interworking, security and number portability. Infradata is selected by Telenet based on their technical know-how and hands-on experience to design, implement and support BroadForward based solutions.
The BroadForward firewall solution is the first single-engine software solution designed to provide protection across 2G, 3G and 4G signaling protocols and will later include support for 5G (HTTP/2). The BroadForward solution enables security measures across network protocols. It includes message screening and filtering for SCCP, TCAP, INAP and MAP messages according to the relevant GSMA FS.11 (SS7) specifications, as well as support for FS.19 (Diameter) enabling security measures such as anti-spoofing and Diameter peer authentication.
Luk Bruynseels, VP Mobile Technology at Telenet, about selecting Infradata, “There are a lot of security products designed for a specific technology. Because networks today are highly integrated, operators should consider a threat to one domain as a threat to all domains. In a converged network such as ours, the traditional approach to secure signaling per access network and protocol doesn’t suffice. This is where the BroadForward converged firewall solution excels, allowing us to detect attacks across networks and provide the tools to immediately act”.
Infradata Managing Director Nico van Buitenen added: “The converged Firewall solution provides Telenet with a gradual path to a converged security architecture across Diameter, SS7 and later HTTP/2 – required for 5G signaling operations. Telenet now has a highly flexible central firewall function that works across legacy, current and future networks”.
About Telenet
Telenet is the largest cable television operator in Belgium. Telenet offers quadruple-play services consisting of video, broadband Internet, and fixed-line telephony (VoIP) as well as mobile voice and data services to 4.9 million service subscribers (RGUs) represented by 2.2 million customers as of September 30, 2016. Liberty Global indirectly owns 57.8% of Telenet. Telenet is listed on NYSE Euronext Bruxelles.
About Infradata
Infradata is an award-winning provider of cutting-edge security, cloud and network services and solutions. We enable clients to drive innovation and value with our best-of-breed approach. Infradata is a trusted partner for IT organisations of every size in all industries. Our experienced engineers and certified experts make the difference. Infradata creates the foundation for a secure and thriving digital economy and society. Read more
Signaling Transfer Point (STP)
The BroadForward Next Generation Signaling Transfer Point (STP) is a award winning solution for intelligent routing of SS7 signaling traffic in 2G and 3G networks. It can be deployed on bare metal, virtual machines, containers, and cloud environments, either standalone or combined on a single-engine platform with other products, such as the BroadForward Diameter Signaling Controller (DSC) and BroadForward Firewall.
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