The startup develops telecommunication towers that provide sustainable connectivity across Africa by offering site development based on coverage and capacity. Their services include co-location and in-building solutions, enabling clients to efficiently share infrastructure and enhance indoor coverage in large facilities.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Mobile network operators (MNOs) in Africa face challenges in expanding network coverage and capacity due to the high capital expenditure required for building and maintaining telecommunication towers. Sharing infrastructure among multiple operators is often inefficient, and indoor coverage in large buildings remains a persistent problem.
Solution
Eastcastle Infrastructure provides comprehensive telecom infrastructure solutions, enabling MNOs to expand their reach and improve service quality while optimizing capital expenditure. The company specializes in build-to-suit (BTS) tower construction, co-location services, in-building solutions (IBS), fiber connectivity, and managed services. By offering shared infrastructure and customized solutions, Eastcastle Infrastructure allows MNOs to rapidly deploy services, enhance indoor coverage, and reduce operational costs. The company adheres to stringent IFC Performance Standards, ensuring responsible site acquisition, construction, and environmental management.
Target Audience
The primary customers are mobile network operators (MNOs) in Africa seeking to expand network coverage, improve service quality, and optimize capital expenditure.
Features
- Build-to-suit (BTS) services for constructing new ground-based and rooftop towers tailored to specific customer requirements
- Co-location services enabling multiple MNOs to share existing tower infrastructure, optimizing resource utilization
- In-building solutions (IBS) providing high-quality indoor coverage for large buildings and facilities
- Fiber connectivity solutions delivering last-mile fiber access to meet customer bandwidth demands
- Managed services for MNO assets, improving uptime performance through best-in-class global practices
- Site acquisition compliant with guidelines on Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Management of Living Natural Resources
- Structural safety and adequacy analysis for each co-location request
- ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 and GHG ISO-14064 certifications