What SG Wireless does

SG Wireless, founded in 2019 and headquartered in Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong, is a full-stack IoT solutions provider operating as a wholly-owned design engineering subsidiary of Season Group, a 50+ year electronics manufacturing services group. The company builds pre-certified, MicroPython-programmable IoT hardware modules and cloud management software that allow enterprises to move from IoT proof-of-concept to market-ready deployment without coordinating multiple vendors. Its core product is the F1 Smart Module family — three variants covering four protocols (BLE, Wi-Fi, LTE Cat-M1/NB-IoT, LoRaWAN) — built on Sequans Monarch 2 GM02S cellular technology and Nordic Semiconductor BLE silicon, complemented by the CAP/T environmental sensor, the F1 Starter Kit (bundled with 1NCE global SIM), and the Ctrl Cloud Platform for device management and OTA updates.

Revenue is generated through four streams: one-time hardware module sales (F1 Smart, F1/C, F1/L, CAP/T sensor), project-based IoT design and engineering services, recurring cloud platform subscriptions via Ctrl Cloud, and contract manufacturing services leveraging Season Group's four global facilities (UK, Mexico, Malaysia, China). Distribution runs through the company's own e-commerce storefront, authorized distributors (Digi-Key, Arrow Electronics, Embedded Works, Linkwave Technologies), and direct enterprise field sales for full-stack design-to-production engagements. The 2022 acquisition of Pycom Ltd's assets (now Pycom BV) added MicroPython heritage and a developer community of more than 800,000.

Customer evidence spans industrial automation, healthcare and elderly care (notably the SCHSA Wireless Personal Emergency Link system), power and utilities, security, and government; engagements tend to be project-based design engagements converting into manufacturing runs. The company holds ISO 9001 and AS9100 certifications via its parent, and won a Certificate of Merit at the Hong Kong ICT Awards 2022 for the WPEL senior alert system. Revenue figures are not publicly disclosed.

Name

SG Wireless

Legal name

SG WIRELESS LIMITED

Website

https://sgwireless.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

SG Wireless is a Hong Kong-based full-stack IoT solutions provider and Season Group subsidiary, designing pre-certified multi-protocol (BLE, Wi-Fi, LTE, LoRaWAN) MicroPython modules, sensors, and cloud software for industrial, healthcare, smart city, and developer customers globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

IoT Hardware Modules

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220), Other Communications Equipment Manufacturing (33429)

SIC

Computer Communications Equipment (3576), Communications Equipment, Nec (3669), Electronic Components & Accessories (3670)

akta.pro primary industry

Wireless Interface Adapters (Wi‑Fi/Bluetooth/Cellular Modems) (HDAFAEAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cellular IoT/M2M Gateways & Routers (LTE/5G) (HDAFAIAF), Industrial IoT/Edge Electronics Manufacturing (Gateways, Edge Controllers) (IMAGAGAC), Industrial/OT Private Connectivity (Factory, Mining, Ports) (HDAIAGAD)

Keywords

• IoT hardware modules
• Multi-protocol connectivity
• IoT design services
• Embedded electronics manufacturing
• Cloud device management

Headquarters

HQ city

Tsuen Wan

HQ country

Hong Kong SAR China

HQ region

Asia

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. IoT Hardware Sales: Sale of pre-certified IoT modules (F1 Smart Module, F1/C, F1/L), development kits (F1 Starter Kit), sensors (CAP/T Sensor), and gateways. Modules are sold at unit pricing with volume discounts. Hardware is MicroPython-programmable and deployment-ready.
2. IoT Design and Engineering Services: Full-stack IoT services covering concept formulation, engineering, prototyping, and manufacturing. Services include enhancing existing products with wireless connectivity, designing new IoT solutions from concept, and scaling prototypes to full production. Revenue derived from project-based design service fees.
3. Ctrl Cloud Platform (Device Management): Cloud-based device management, data visualization, and OTA update services integrated with the F1 product family. Connected to 1NCE global SIM for out-of-box connectivity.
4. Manufacturing Services (via Season Group): Electronics manufacturing services through parent company Season Group, leveraging facilities in UK, Mexico, Malaysia, and China. Provides quick-turn prototyping and scalable production for customers transitioning from IoT design to mass deployment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

SG Wireless designs, manufactures, and sells multi-protocol IoT hardware modules (F1 Smart Module family, CAP/T sensors, BLE gateways) along with the Ctrl Cloud Platform for device management. The company also delivers full-stack IoT design, engineering, prototyping, and manufacturing services, leveraging parent company Season Group's 50+ years of electronics manufacturing expertise across facilities in Hong Kong, China, Malaysia, the UK, and Mexico.

Product overview

SG Wireless delivers a modular IoT portfolio combining multi-protocol hardware modules with a cloud management platform and engineering services. The core F1 Smart Module family spans three variants — the F1 Smart Module (full four-protocol: BLE, Wi-Fi, LTE CAT-M1/NB-IoT, LoRaWAN), the F1/C Cellular Module (BLE, Wi-Fi, LTE for high-speed transmissions), and the F1/L LoRa Module (BLE, Wi-Fi, LoRa for low-cost long-range transfers) — all built around Sequans Monarch 2 and Semtech radio technology, programmable via MicroPython. The F1 Starter Kit packages the module on an Arduino-compatible evaluation board pre-loaded with a global 1NCE SIM for zero-touch provisioning. The CAP/T Sensor extends the portfolio as a Nordic-powered dual-mode BLE environmental and beacon sensor. All devices are managed through the Ctrl Cloud Platform for device management, data visualization, and OTA updates. The company is a design engineering subsidiary of Season Group, leveraging 50+ years of manufacturing expertise across facilities in Hong Kong, China, Malaysia, the UK, Mexico, and the US, enabling a full design-to-production lifecycle.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• F1 Smart Module Flagship multi-protocol IoT microcontroller module combining BLE, Wi-Fi, LTE CAT-M1/NB-IoT, and LoRaWAN in one compact, MicroPython-programmable package. Based on Sequans Monarch 2 GM02S technology with zero-touch provisioning and CtrlR VS Code plugin for rapid IoT product development.
• F1/C Cellular Module (SGW3401) Cellular IoT module variant combining BLE, Wi-Fi, and LTE (Cat-M1/NB1/NB2) for high-speed, high data volume transmissions. Xtensa dual-core 32-bit LX7 processor at 240MHz with 384KB ROM, 512KB SRAM, 8MB PSRAM, 16MB Flash, and 10µA deep sleep current. Operates -40°C to 85°C.
• F1/L LoRa Module (SGW3201) LoRa IoT module variant combining BLE, Wi-Fi, and LoRa for low-cost, long-range data transfers. Features LoRa at 868/915MHz with +22dBm Tx power and -127dBm sensitivity using Semtech SX1262. MicroPython-programmable and pre-certified.
• F1 Starter Kit Complete IoT evaluation and development platform for the F1 Smart Module with multi-protocol connectivity, embedded global 1NCE SIM, and Arduino compatibility. Ships as a plug-and-go proof-of-concept platform with zero-touch provisioning for rapid prototyping across smart agriculture, industrial monitoring, and connected healthcare.
• CAP/T Sensor (SGW8130D) Nordic nRF52840-powered dual-mode BLE sensor for environmental monitoring (temperature: ±0.3°C accuracy, humidity: ±3% RH) and beacon transmission. CR2032 battery-powered with 30µA active current and 4.7µA sleep current. Operating range -20°C to 80°C (extendable to -40°C to 125°C). Up to 100m range on coin cell.
• Ctrl Cloud Platform Cloud-based device and data management platform for F1-series products. Provides remote device management, data visualization dashboards, OTA firmware updates, and cloud integration for connected IoT deployments.
• SGW6008 BLE Gateway BLE to Wi-Fi connectivity gateway collecting data from BLE sensors and transmitting to local or cloud servers via HTTPS and MQTTS with TLS1.2. Compact 65mm x 65mm x 24.5mm form factor, designed for real-time monitoring and asset/inventory tracking.
• SGW2828 LoRa Module LoRa module integrating Semtech SX1276 long-range, low-power transceiver with RF power amplifier and STMicroelectronics MCU. +30dBm Tx power, 6km+ range in dense urban areas, 24.8mm x 12.8mm x 3.0mm form factor. Targets smart buildings, smart cities, smart agriculture, and logistics applications.
• Indoor Asset Tracking Solution Kit Complete zonal indoor asset tracking solution co-developed with Compathnion Technology. Powered by Nordic nRF52840 BLE SoC, delivering 3-meter zone accuracy with 98% sensing accuracy. Each kit contains 8 BLE beacon tags and 4 BLE-WiFi gateways, covering up to 500 sqm per kit. Deployed in hospital environments for medical equipment tracking.
• Wireless Personal Emergency Link (WPEL) Three-component indoor BLE/LTE emergency alert system developed with SCHSA for seniors living alone. Comprises Panic Button (wearable, IP65/66/68, 200m LoS BLE 5 Long Range), Main Unit (cellular gateway supporting Hong Kong's four network providers, up to 8 BLE connections), and Range Extender.
• IoT Design and Engineering Services Full-stack IoT design and engineering services covering concept formulation, engineering, prototyping, and manufacturing. Includes enhancing existing products with wireless connectivity, designing new IoT solutions from concept, and scaling prototypes to full production, leveraging Season Group's global manufacturing capabilities.

Quantifiable outcome

• Prototype to pandemic-ready disinfection robot in four weeks (prototype) and eight weeks (first production order)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability6 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• 1NCEcoreTechnology or Integration · 16 July 2025Partnership integrates 1NCE's global SIM card technology into SG Wireless' F1 Starter Kits, enabling zero-touch provisioning for plug-and-go IoT development. 1NCE operates the world's largest IoT network in the cloud with 30 million connected products across 173 countries. The partnership addresses connectivity setup complexity and accelerates time-to-market for IoT deployments.
• Arrow ElectronicscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 May 2025Global authorized distributor serving over 210,000 manufacturers and service providers worldwide. Leverages global network of suppliers and engineers to help customers design, produce, and manage advanced products across diverse industries.
• LoRa AlliancecoreTechnology or Integration · 1 May 2025Global non-profit association dedicated to standardizing Low Power Wide Area Networks (LPWAN) for IoT, M2M, smart city, and industrial applications. SG Wireless is a member and re-joined the alliance to support LoRaWAN protocol in the F1 module. The alliance ensures global interoperability through a unified open standard.
• Linkwave TechnologiescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 15 April 2025Distributor agreement announced April 2025 for UK and European markets. Leverages Season Group's manufacturing facility in Havant, UK to streamline design-to-production process, enabling customers to launch products to market faster. Linkwave provides end-to-end IoT support across transportation, utilities, healthcare, and smart cities.
• Sequans Communications S.A.coreTechnology or Integration · 1 March 2025Fabless semiconductor company (NYSE: SQNS) providing 4G/5G cellular technology for IoT. SG Wireless F1 Smart Module is based on Sequans Monarch 2 GM02S technology enabling LTE-M/NB-IoT coverage and ultra-low power consumption. Sequans engineers design innovative, secure, and scalable technologies for AI-connected applications.
• Season GroupcoreOthers · 1 April 2024Parent company and global electronics design and manufacturing services provider. Season Group acquired SG Wireless as its design engineering subsidiary. SG Wireless IoT designs can be manufactured at any Season Group facility in UK, Mexico, Malaysia, and China. Season Group provides 50+ years of manufacturing expertise, ISO and AS9100 certifications, and over 1,000 component suppliers.
• Pycom BVcoreTechnology or Integration · 13 December 2022Acquired by Season Group in December 2022 from Pycom Ltd administration. Pycom BV is a Netherlands-registered company maintaining Pycom's startup culture with team retained in Eindhoven. SG Wireless builds on Pycom's legacy of MicroPython-programmable IoT modules supporting Wi-Fi, BLE, LoRaWAN, and LTE-M, with over 200,000 enterprise customers in 120+ countries and 800,000+ developers in its community.
• Nordic SemiconductorcoreTechnology or Integration · 19 April 2022Nordic Semiconductor provides nRF52840 Bluetooth 5.3/BLE SoC used in SG Wireless BLE modules (SGW1110, SGW1111), CAP/T Sensor, BLE Beacon Tags (SGW8130C), and BLE Gateways (SGW6008C). Nordic's Arm Cortex M4 processor with FPU and 8 dBm output power enables extended range indoor asset tracking and wireless alert systems.
• Senior Citizen Home Safety Association (SCHSA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 April 2022Hong Kong non-profit charitable organization, Hong Kong's largest emergency assistance service provider supporting over 400,000 accumulated senior citizens. Jointly developed the Wireless Personal Emergency Link (WPEL) indoor alert system for elderly users living alone, awarded Certificate of Merit at Hong Kong ICT Awards 2022.
• Compathnion Technology LimitedminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 July 2021Hong Kong-based location tracking and geofencing technology startup. Partnership provides complete indoor asset tracking solution with zonal accuracy for hospitals, warehouses, office buildings, and hotels. Initial collaboration was for a home quarantine electronic wristband solution.
• Digi-Key ElectronicscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 30 June 2020Authorized distributor for the US market. Digi-Key carries SG Wireless IoT products including modules, sensors, gateways, and development kits supporting LoRa, BLE, and NB-IoT. Partnership expanded market reach during COVID-19 pandemic to support remote health monitoring and people tracking IoT solutions.
• Embedded WorkscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 23 June 2020Authorized distributor specializing in IoT and M2M hardware. Offers BLE, WiFi, 4G LTE, GPS, and LPWAN technologies with design guidance and cloud continuity services. Products include modules, sensors, gateways, and development kits. Also co-develops solutions integrating with their TrackingForLess and SensorWorks brands.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• u-blox: Swiss-headquartered provider of cellular, short-range, and positioning modules and chips for IoT. Directly comparable to SG Wireless in offering multi-protocol wireless modules (including LTE-M/NB-IoT and BLE/Wi-Fi) targeting industrial, automotive, and asset-tracking applications, with a similar emphasis on enterprise-grade reliability and global certifications.
• Quectel: China-headquartered global leader in cellular IoT modules (LTE-M, NB-IoT, 5G) with an expanding multi-protocol portfolio including Wi-Fi/BLE and GNSS. Directly competes with SG Wireless's F1/C cellular module line for industrial, smart city, and asset-tracking design wins, with broader SKUs and stronger price competitiveness at high volume.
• Pycom: MicroPython-programmable multi-protocol IoT module pioneer (Wi-Fi, BLE, LoRa, LTE-M), whose assets were acquired by SG Wireless's parent Season Group in 2022. Operates as Pycom BV, an autonomous subsidiary; provides the closest direct peer in programmable, developer-friendly IoT modules.
• Nordic Semiconductor: Norwegian fabless semiconductor company and a key silicon partner to SG Wireless (nRF52840 BLE SoC). Nordic itself sells modules and development kits alongside chips, making it both a supplier and a direct competitor for BLE-based IoT applications including indoor asset tracking, beacons, and sensor networks.
• Sequans Communications: France-headquartered fabless semiconductor company (NYSE: SQNS) supplying the Monarch 2 GM02S cellular IoT chipset that powers SG Wireless's F1 Smart Module. Sequans also sells its own reference modules and Monarch evaluation platforms, positioning it as both a silicon partner and a partial competitor in LTE-M/NB-IoT module offerings.
• Espressif Systems: China-based fabless company behind the ESP32 family of Wi-Fi/BLE SoCs and modules, widely adopted in developer and SME IoT applications. Competes with SG Wireless's lower-cost F1/L and BLE product lines on price and developer familiarity, especially for Wi-Fi + BLE use cases.
• Particle.io: US-based full-stack IoT platform offering cellular (LTE-M/NB-IoT), Wi-Fi, and BLE modules plus a managed cloud and device management console (Particle Cloud). Directly comparable to SG Wireless's combined F1 hardware plus Ctrl Cloud proposition, with a stronger developer brand and enterprise customer base in North America.
• Laird Connectivity: US-based supplier of industrial-grade wireless modules and antennas (Wi-Fi, BLE, LoRa, cellular) targeting medical, industrial, and smart-city deployments. Comparable to SG Wireless in offering pre-certified, ruggedized connectivity modules for enterprise use cases that demand long product lifecycles and regulatory compliance.

Broad incumbents

• Telit Cinterion: Global incumbent in cellular IoT modules, platforms, and connectivity services (post Telit-Thales merger), serving automotive, industrial, and healthcare OEMs. Competes with SG Wireless's F1/C cellular module line at scale with broader carrier certifications, a managed connectivity platform, and longer enterprise reference lists.

Emerging players

• Arduino: Open-source hardware and cloud platform whose Arduino Cloud and Arduino UNO SPE Shield integrate directly with SG Wireless's F1 EVK for cold chain and industrial demos. Overlaps with SG Wireless at the developer / SME edge of IoT, particularly where the F1 Starter Kit's Arduino compatibility enables cross-platform prototyping.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks1 record

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/sgwirelessiot
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/sgwireless

Compliance2 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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