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U.S. Cellular expands Aeris’ deal to add 1x, texting, MicroBurst

LOS ANGELES–Aeris, which provides machine-to-machine services, said it expanded its strategic agreement with U.S. Cellular Corp.

The expanded agreement calls for Aeris to use U.S. Cellular’s network to expand its footprint and to add 1x, text messaging and MicroBurst services to its portfolio.

“This partnership allows Aeris to enhance the delivery of mission-critical M2M services across North America,” said Mark Chiarelli, senior vice president of networks for Aeris.

“Aeris’ North American M2M deployments in the automotive, fleet management, trucking and security industries will directly benefit from this expansion.”

The M2M space is expected to grow significantly in coming years.

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