How Russia Is Scaling Up IoT Exports Worldwide
Russian IoT platforms are gaining traction in the global market, with scalable, plug-and-play solutions deployed in over 100 countries. Their flexibility and technical maturity are positioning Russia as a serious competitor in the Internet of Things space.
Total Versatility: MTS IoT HUB in Action
One of the most widely adopted Russian products is the MTS IoT HUB—a comprehensive toolkit that lets businesses create and manage IoT solutions across sectors. It is used in industrial manufacturing, warehouse operations, and public utilities to monitor equipment load, environmental conditions, and infrastructure health.
The platform’s core strength lies in its universality. It supports nearly all modern protocols—MQTT, TCP/IP, CoAP, NIDD—and interfaces with any network type: fixed-line, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NB-IoT, LoRa, Sigfox, or satellite. It’s also cloud-agnostic, integrating seamlessly with both Russian and international data storage systems.
GLONASSsoft: Intelligent Logistics via Satellite
GLONASSsoft is one of Russia’s leading IoT offerings for logistics firms, built on GLONASS/GPS and cellular networks. The system provides precise geolocation, monitors routes and fuel usage, and tracks vehicle activity down to stop frequency and idle time.
According to developers, companies using the system report operational cost savings of up to 30% in the first months. GLONASSsoft is currently used by over 5,000 organizations, primarily in Russia and CIS countries, but is fully prepared for international deployment.
Skolkovo’s Export Accelerator
Russia’s Skolkovo Foundation is actively promoting tech exports through its Sk Global Camp. The initiative helps companies break into markets across the CIS, Asia, the Middle East, Latin America, and Africa.
Participants get more than just marketing support—they receive export training, product adaptation guidance, and assistance in building go-to-market strategies tailored to regional needs.
AIoT + 5G: A Game-Changer for Industry and Healthcare
Russian vendors are already delivering AIoT (Artificial Intelligence of Things) systems powered by 5G networks. This combination unlocks real-time predictive analytics in industrial maintenance, retail demand forecasting, and remote health monitoring.
In factories, these solutions prevent breakdowns and reduce downtime. In healthcare, wearable devices alert doctors about patient deterioration. AIoT's potential applications are expanding rapidly across sectors.
NB-Fi: Wireless for the World’s Hardest Places
Telematic Solutions, a Russian tech firm, has developed NB-Fi—a proprietary wireless protocol for low-power, long-range communication. It enables reliable data transmission at up to 50 kilometers and operates on just 100 Hz bandwidth with data rates of 0.3 to 50 kbit/s.
NB-Fi is ideal for remote regions lacking broadband or energy infrastructure, making it especially attractive to countries in the Global South.
Outlook: Global Reach with Local Flexibility
Russian IoT platforms offer open, scalable, and adaptable systems that match the functionality of Western counterparts. Their rapid adoption is driven by ease of use, cost efficiency, and the ability to localize.
As global demand for reliable, customizable IoT systems grows, Russia’s tech sector is poised to become a key player—delivering digital infrastructure to regions that need it most.
