21923 - SCTE Broadband Aug2023 COMPLETE v1 (1)

25 Vol. 45 No. 3 - September 2023 Issue industry news It sheds light on the weaknesses in the supply chain and the pressures small businesses are under to plug financial holes which they can’t really manage. Arguably, regulators could play a more proactive role in creating a level playing field for both alt nets and established providers. It would be beneficial all round if fair access to critical infrastructure was also provided. Critically, there are major flaws in the voucher scheme which need addressing, and quickly to prevent further casualties down the line. S&T Iskratel has completed its transition to Kontron, d. o. o., as it continues to lead Slovenian ICT companies in terms of size, number of markets served, and information and communications solutions offering. Kontron, d. o. o., member of the Kontron AG group, will continue to provide a comprehensive offering of broadband solutions, information security, 5G and mobile private networks, IoT and cloud solutions, and business-critical communications. The traditionally recognised brand name of Iskratel remains as a brand name within Kontron, d. o. o.’s portfolio of products. The Iskratel name will continue thanks to the distinctive broadband and communications solutions and products the company has successfully developed and produced over more than seven decades, such as the world’s fastest PON OLT Iskratel Lumia T6. Operating in more than 50 countries worldwide, Kontron, d. o. o offers a comprehensive portfolio of ICT solutions for the digitalisation of various industries, along with fast and reliable support. The company will continue to be led by two Managing Directors, Sašo Berger and Robert Kuzmič . “Kontron AG continues to undergo its transition to a leading IoT technology player under a single brand and a new visual identity,” said Berger. “We often witness name changes as a result of mergers and acquisitions. It is vital that we effectively convey the message to our clients that our commitment to them remains unchanged. As Kontron, we will provide them with comprehensive ICT solutions to solve their most complex challenges and with knowledge, reliability, and an innovative approach, effectively support them on their digitalisation journey. This is and remains our mission. While our name is changing, the people behind Kontron, d. o. o, the values that connect us, our conscientious approach and our promise to our customers remain the same – Kontron is a partner you can rely on.” Kuzmič added: “We are strongly committed to our long-term strategy of delivering highly reliable solutions for a smart, safe, and a better-connected future. We will further evolve R&D and production capabilities, as Kontron, d. o. o grows its presence across Europe. I am very proud that we are able to continue the distinctive Iskratel brand, which will now be the brand name of our product families.” The latest name change follows a merger between Iskratel and S&T Slovenija to form S&T Iskratel in September 2022. The company is a member of Kontron AG, a growing IoT technology group with more than 4,300 employees and subsidiaries in 32 countries around the world. The company is listed on the SDAX® and TecDAX® of the German Stock Exchange and is one of the leading providers of smart solutions for a host of industries. With a well-known brand and its own technologies in the fields of smart factory, railway communication systems, communication solutions and smart energy, Kontron is the well-trusted partner helping businesses undertake their digital transformation journeys in a wide range of industries to achieve their future ambitions. S&T Iskratel becomes Kontron Sašo Berger, Managing Directors Robert Kuzmič , Managing Directors