What Mobius Networks does

Mobius Networks Ltd is a UK-based Mobile Virtual Network Operator founded in 2004, headquartered in Coalville, Leicestershire, and now operating as a subsidiary of Wireless Logic following its July 2022 acquisition. The company provides IoT and M2M data connectivity services over cellular networks, with direct wholesale agreements with EE, Three UK, and Vodafone domestically, and KPN, Telenor, and Vodafone Global for international coverage across 600+ operator networks. Its product portfolio includes industrial-grade SIM cards (Ultra High Availability SIM, Roaming SIMs, Healthcare SIM, Local Authority SIM, High-Capacity SIM, Smart City SIM, Satellite), value-added services (Mobius Data Reservoir, Mobius Anomaly Detection, VoLTE, Mobius 4G Backup in a Box, Billing Platform), and managed service plans. Differentiated technology includes private mobile networks with no internet access, automatic multi-network failover, byte-level billing with 15-minute breach alerts, and a Profile for Health recognized by 400+ networks globally.

The company targets mission-critical connectivity use cases where reliability and security are non-negotiable: healthcare and telecare, critical national infrastructure, UK local authorities, smart cities, EV charging, retail and hospitality, security and surveillance, clean air zones, payments, and communications backup. Mobius claims unique accreditations including PCI DSS (only airtime provider accredited independently since 2013), Cyber Essentials Plus (first MVNO, 2021), and TSA Quality Standards Framework. Named customers include 45+ UK local authorities (Wiltshire, Islington, East Ayrshire, Bracknell Forest, Dorset), 150+ Dunelm stores, ZSL, Videalert, Adelante Software, Visbion, and Worcestershire Telecare. The company serves two-thirds of UK telecare products and has won the airtime contract for every UK Clean Air Zone project.

Mobius operates a usage-based revenue model with per-SIM tariffs, multi-year data bundles, data reservoirs pooling across applications, and fixed monthly costs with no overage guarantees available. The go-to-market is enterprise field sales augmented by systems integrator and OEM partnerships (Adey Electronics, AECOM, VixACIS, Tyco/Johnson Controls, Siemens, IBM) and public sector framework agreements enabling direct award procurement. Following the Wireless Logic acquisition, Mobius retains its UK public sector brand and gains access to a platform with 8 million+ IoT subscriptions across 165 countries, substantially expanding its distribution reach.

Name

Mobius Networks

Legal name

Mobius Networks Ltd

Website

https://mobiusnetworks.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Acquired

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Mobius Networks is a UK-based IoT/M2M mobile virtual network operator providing secure, resilient cellular connectivity (2G-5G) to mission-critical sectors including healthcare, local authorities, and critical national infrastructure, operating as a subsidiary of Wireless Logic since 2022.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

IoT/M2M Connectivity Services

NAICS

Wired and Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (51711), Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (517112), Telecommunications Resellers (517121)

SIC

Communications Services, Nec (4899), Computer Communications Equipment (3576), Services-Telephone Interconnect Systems (7385)

akta.pro primary industry

IoT Connectivity Management (Private APN, SIM/eSIM, Device Connectivity) (HDAIAGAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

IoT/M2M Mobile Network Operators (LPWAN, NB-IoT/LTE-M) (HDAIAAAH), Mobile Wholesale & Roaming Providers (Interconnect, IOT, Roaming Hubs) (HDAIAAAD)

Keywords

• M2M data connectivity
• IoT SIM services
• Critical communications MVNO
• Private mobile networks
• Roaming data SIMs

Headquarters

HQ city

Coalville

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. IoT/M2M Data SIM Connectivity Services: Primary revenue stream from providing data connectivity via SIM cards for IoT and M2M applications. Mobius operates as an MVNO offering always-on data connectivity across multiple networks (2G to 5G/LTE-M and NB-IoT). Revenue is generated through per-SIM tariffs, data bundles, and commercial models that can be tailored to specific sectors and use cases. The company offers flexible commercial solutions including one-to-five-year data bundles, combined data pools across all SIMs irrespective of application or department, and guaranteed no overage models.
2. Private Mobile Network Services: Dedicated private mobile network infrastructure for enterprise and government clients requiring isolated, secure connectivity with no public internet access. These networks are protected from DDoS attacks and external cyber threats, providing a critical differentiator for payments, healthcare, and CNI sectors.
3. Service and Support Plans: Tailored support plans delivering reliability, performance, and operational management including out-of-hours assistance, router management, and expert technical support. Offered as flexible plan options for organisations of all sizes.
4. Hardware Sales and Support: Sale of IoT/M2M hardware including routers (4G Backup in a Box), SIMs, and related equipment along with associated hardware support services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Mobius Networks is a UK-based Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) that provides secure, resilient IoT and M2M data connectivity via industrial-grade SIM cards, private mobile networks, and managed connectivity services. Operating as a multi-IMSI MVNO with wholesale agreements across EE, Three UK, Vodafone UK, Vodafone Global, KPN, and Telenor, the company delivers always-on connectivity spanning 2G to 5G, LTE-M, and NB-IoT for critical communications in healthcare, public sector, and enterprise sectors. Its offering combines hardware (industrial SIMs, 4G routers), value-added software platforms (anomaly detection, billing, VoLTE), and connectivity services (data reservoirs, private APNs, multi-network roaming) bundled with regulatory accreditations including PCI DSS, Cyber Essentials Plus, and TSA QSF.

Product overview

Mobius Networks is a specialized IoT and M2M connectivity provider offering a portfolio of SIM-based connectivity products and managed services for critical communications. The core offering centers on industrial-grade SIM cards (Ultra High Availability SIM, Roaming SIMs, Dedicated Country SIMs, Health Care SIM, Local Authority SIM, Smart SIM for Smart Cities, High-Capacity SIM, Satellite) combined with value-added services (Mobius Data Reservoir for flexible bulk data purchasing, Mobius Anomaly Detection for IoT security monitoring, VoLTE for voice over 4G, Mobius 4G Backup in a Box for failover, Billing Platform for detailed usage management, and Service Solutions for support). The company operates as an MVNO with direct wholesale agreements with EE, Three UK, and Vodafone, and provides global roaming through partnerships with KPN, Telenor, and Vodafone Global.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Mobius Ultra High Availability SIM A SIM card providing two isolated end-to-end data points via two independent operators with automatic network outage detection and failover to a secondary connection, designed for mission-critical connectivity requiring 24/7 uptime.
• Mobius Anomaly Detection Agentless software platform that identifies the first signs of unexpected IoT device communication issues, providing visibility, security, and compliance across SIM-connected devices at unlimited scale.
• VoLTE Service Voice over LTE technology enabling voice calls over 4G LTE networks instead of older 2G/3G networks, with secure voice calling capability across all 4 UK networks and select European and Global countries.
• Mobius Data Reservoir Bulk airtime buying solution enabling data usage over six months or a year without monthly model restrictions, allowing pooling across applications and networks with a no overage/no cut-off model.
• Billing Platform Billing system providing byte-level, text, and minute granularity with detailed reporting, individual SIM limits with 15-minute breach alerts, API integration, and direct debit options.
• Roaming SIMs Roaming SIM cards providing access to any available network in an area, enabling large-scale rollouts without costly site surveys, partnered with Telenor Connexion for 400+ networks worldwide.
• Dedicated Country SIM: Vodafone UK Vodafone M2M SIM on a UK platform combining 2G, 3G and 4G with high durability specifications including 2M+ E/W cycles and data retention over 10 years.
• High-Capacity SIM SIM designed for high-bandwidth streaming applications such as video delivery and HD CCTV, supporting streaming data over Three Wholesale's Ultrafast network with terabyte data options.
• Local Authority SIM Industrial SIM with extended temperature range and high memory read/write cycles, featuring Profile for Local Authorities (PfLA) ensuring 24/7 connectivity with greater throughput and lower latency for public sector deployments.
• Health Care SIM Specialist SIM for Telecare and Telehealth with Profile for Health (PfH) recognized by 400+ networks globally, ensuring best connection chances without fear of switch-off or de-prioritisation. Includes four Telecare SIM variants.
• Smart SIM for a Smart City Comprehensive connectivity solution for smart city applications including smart traffic, crowd density control, air quality monitoring, and urban traffic management integration.
• Satellite Connectivity Satellite-based M2M connectivity for reliable, secure data collection and transmission on a global scale, enabling communications in remote and rural areas beyond mobile network coverage.
• Mobius 4G Backup in a Box Plug-and-play 4G backup connectivity solution with auto failover for business broadband, delivering 99.995% availability, guaranteed no overage, and a configured, installed, monitored, and maintained service.
• Service Solutions Tailored support plans offering flexibility from out-of-hours assistance to comprehensive router management, ensuring technology operates seamlessly with structured plan options for organisations of all sizes.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99.995% uptime (equivalent to 4.3 seconds offline per day)
• +8 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles7 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability1 record

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• VodafonecoreTechnology or IntegrationMobius originated in 2004 as Vodafone's preferred distributor for M2M Data SIMs for local government and smart cities. This exclusive early partnership allowed Mobius to take product to market before competitors. Vodafone has over 20 years' experience in IoT/M2M. Mobius operates as an MVNO with direct wholesale agreements with Vodafone in the UK and Vodafone Global for international coverage. Vodafone provides the underlying network for many of Mobius' critical communications deployments including 2012 London Olympics traffic management.
• Three WholesalecoreTechnology or IntegrationThree Wholesale powers Mobius' services for NFC and contactless payment terminals used to process customer orders and transactions. Three also provides Mobius with back-up fixed-line data connections during outages. The partnership leverages Three's Ultrafast network carrying 42% of the UK's mobile data. Mobius and Three won the 2020 MVNO World Congress Best IoT Enabler award together. Three Wholesale provides high-throughput 3G/4G streaming backhaul.
• Adey ElectronicsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAdey Electronics is a specialist hardware partner working with Mobius on IoT deployments. Adey provided specialist skills in robust hardware for the Dunelm retail connectivity solution, combining Vodafone and Three on the same site for triple resilience.
• IBMminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMobius and IBM were the first to deliver a working Smart City proof of concept to London after the 2012 Olympics, establishing Mobius as a leading provider in smart city IoT/M2M markets.
• Tyco / Johnson ControlsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerTyco (now Johnson Controls) supplied sophisticated CCTV IP-based systems for Bracknell Forest Council's smart city project. Mobius enabled Tyco's system to run on the same SIM and router as Siemens' UTMC system through separate secure data streams, drawing from Mobius' retail expertise in PCI DSS compliance.
• SiemensminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerSiemens supplied the Urban Traffic Management Control (UTMC) system for Bracknell Forest Council. Mobius enabled Siemens' system to share infrastructure with Tyco's CCTV system through its private mobile network, halving operating costs for the site.
• AECOMminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerAECOM provided full management and consultancy service for East Ayrshire Council's RTPI project, resulting in best value for ongoing communications and maintenance costs. AECOM specified GPRS with Mobius Networks providing the Private Mobile Network and infrastructure via Vodafone.
• VixACISminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerVixACIS is a leading provider of intelligent transport products appointed by East Ayrshire Council to deliver the RTPI system alongside Mobius' private mobile network and Vodafone's infrastructure.
• VisbionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVisbion developed a mobile breast and lung screening solution delivering data in real-time over mobile networks. The project, built with Mobius, Three, Adey, and Advantech, won the MVNO World Congress 2020 Best IoT Enabler award. The six-plus year development process demonstrated the long sales cycles and support required for successful IoT projects.

Scale indicators15 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Eseye: UK-headquartered IoT MVNO offering multi-IMSI/steering-profiles SIMs and managed connectivity across 190 countries with strong enterprise and telematics focus. Directly competes with Mobius in UK enterprise IoT connectivity.
• Aeris Communications: US-headquartered IoT MVNO/platform serving enterprises with multi-network connectivity, anomaly detection, and managed services. Competes with Mobius on cellular IoT for verticals like fleet, healthcare, and industrial.
• KORE Wireless: Global IoT MVNO and connectivity management platform serving enterprise, healthcare, and asset-tracking customers with multi-IMSI SIMs. Comparable business model and customer base to Mobius.
• Cubic Telecom: Ireland-based global IoT and connected vehicle MVNO with Tier-1 MNO roaming agreements; comparable multi-network SIM and managed connectivity proposition for automotive, PC OEM, and enterprise fleets.
• Sierra Wireless (Semtech): Provider of cellular modules, gateways, and managed connectivity services for IoT. Now part of Semtech; offers connectivity management platforms in adjacent IoT connectivity stack.
• Wireless Logic: Global IoT connectivity platform with 8M+ SIMs, 48 direct MNO partnerships, and 20,000+ customers across 165 countries. Acquired Mobius in 2022 and is the parent group today; most directly comparable operator in UK/European IoT MVNO space.
• Arkessa (Cellnex IoT): UK-focused IoT/M2M connectivity provider serving enterprise, smart city, and energy customers with multi-network SIMs and managed connectivity. Now part of Cellnex; competes directly with Mobius in UK enterprise and smart-city IoT.

Broad incumbents

• BT Enterprise Mobile: UK incumbent operator providing enterprise mobile, IoT, and managed connectivity bundles, including via EE, with broader portfolio than Mobius but overlapping in UK public sector and enterprise connectivity.
• Vodafone Business IoT: Vodafone is one of Mobius' underlying wholesale partners and a major global IoT/M2M carrier offering direct enterprise connectivity, platforms, and managed services. Represents the broad incumbent in the space Mobius serves on top of.

Emerging players

• Pelion (formerly ARM/Pelion): IoT connectivity management platform offering cellular connectivity and SIM management across multiple networks. Comparable in multi-network SIM and platform approach to Mobius, with growing enterprise footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/MobiusNetworks
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/mobius-networks

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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