NEW YORK—Arcadian Networks Inc. announced an ambitious plan to offer a broadband wireless data network in the 700 MHz range that will allow oil, gas and other utilities companies to monitor and manage their equipment.
Arcadian’s service is available in 23 states comprising more than 60 percent of the United States. The company is funded by Goldman, Sachs and Co. and Gilo Ventures.
“Arcadian Networks’ service addresses a proven need for a truly customizable, secure and reliable, end-to-end solution for any industry looking to capture data from the field and manage assets remotely,” said Gil Perez, chief executive officer of Arcadian Networks. “Our wireless network is the foundation for a reliable, secure, agile and robust digital network backbone for organizations serving large geographic areas with widely dispersed physical assets, mission-critical data and facing harsh weather conditions. Working hand-in-hand with our prospective clients allowed us to develop and design the Arcadian broadband network to meet their current needs while enabling them to plan for the next generation of smart applications.”
Arcadian’s plans are notable since a variety of wireless data companies have tried and largely failed to build a business around such operations. Motient Corp., USA Mobility and others have discussed the potential for utility monitoring, but the demand for such services has so far been relatively light.
Further, Arcadian Networks will be competing against cellular carriers like Verizon Wireless and others, which already offer remote monitoring services.
