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Martin Jarrold Chief, International Programme Development

Communications & the Social Responsibility Factor Industry verticals and broadband access in the Caspian Region. Martin Jarrold Chief, International Programme Development. Social Responsibility & Need for Investment.

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Martin Jarrold Chief, International Programme Development

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  1. Communications & the Social Responsibility FactorIndustry verticals and broadband access in the Caspian Region Martin Jarrold Chief, International Programme Development

  2. Social Responsibility & Need for Investment The main barrier to the provision of telecoms in developing regions is………… cost. Who will pay for it? Will governments find sufficient funding? Can aid agencies foot the bill? What business will see it as a viable opportunity?

  3. Possible Solutions Option 1: Direct aid sources- most obvious solution BUT subject to evaluation against other programmes such as those to address basic human needs, e.g. potable water, passable roads and immunisation against diseases. Option 2: Infrastructure providers- currently being done in some circumstances (e.g. Global VSAT Forum’s provision of educational facilities). However, not commercially attractive and therefore lacks scale and longevity. Option 3: Content providers -good potential where aligned with needs BUT care needed that opportunities are not exploited. Option 4: Third parties -companiesnot directly in the supply chain for communications infrastructure; vertical market customers (e.g., oil & gas companies) of communications solution vendors (e.g., satellite network providers).

  4. Option 4 – How Oil & Gas Companies Can Help • Companies operating in developing countries have an important responsibility to the communities affected by their activities and to the host country in general. • Such companies typically include community support funding in their overall investment programmes when negotiating for, and executing, their activities. • An opportunity exists to provide these companies with a solution to their search for suitable projects. • Model solutions could be deployed, simplifying the process for providers, funding parties, governments and communities.

  5. How Would It Work? • Possible Delivery Solutions… • Ring-fenced capacity on company networksin operational and/or base areas • Separate infrastructurein such locationsto be used by communities only • (both options enjoy economies of scale due to co-incidence with own operations) • Separate infrastructurein other areas to be determined by central/ regional administrations, so that hydrocarbon-prone areas do not get disproportionate attention.

  6. Access to Range of Services • GSM backhaul to increase coverage for cell phones • Extension of fibre networks to remote areas • Internet – email, world wide web • TV & video • E-medicine • E-education • E-commerce & M-commerce • Aim is for projects to become self-sustaining

  7. Story So Far • Presentations & discussions at a number of events worldwide • New events and ongoing dialogue plannedto publicise the initiative • Support from major telecoms providers, e.g. : • Vodacom/Gateway • Schlumberger • CapRock • Nokia Siemens Networks • EADS Astrium • SkyVision • Oil & gas companies showing interest • NGOs seeking collaboration & involvement (e.g. USAID, NetHope, ITU) • Government agencies supportive

  8. Conclusion: Win, Win, Win, Win • Information and communications technology is a powerful enabler. It could benefit all stakeholders involved in the programme, including… • Governments - achieve Millennium Development Goals, higher standards of education, health, connectivity, new jobs, increased GDP, (new taxpayers) • Communities - access to the wider world and the opportunities therein, including education, trade, communication with relatives/ friends and entertainment • Verticals (i.e., Oil & Gas Companies) - lower-cost, high-impact, politically-attractive CSR solution • Infrastructure Providers - generate revenues, new business opportunities

  9. The Global VSAT Forum:Facilitating Sustainable Connectivity • Global non-profit association • 230+ companies headquartered in 100+ countries • Reaching every nation in the world • Facilitating satellite systems/services through… - Enabling effective regulation, spectrum management - Providing training worldwide - Facilitating sustainable networks in developing nations

  10. GVF Partners NetHope USAID SatProf CCI CTO ITU WATRA CITEL AU CANTO ESA ESMT AERC SSE-Thailand And More All major VSAT manufacturers All major satellite operators Major VSAT network operators Major value-added resellers Legal expertise Leading satellite consultants Design Regulatory Operations Trends GVF Members

  11. Contact: Martin Jarrold Chief, International Programme Development Global VSAT Forum martin.jarrold@gvf.org www.gvf.org Tel: + 44 1727 884 513

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