ARQ

Name

ARQ

Legal name

ARQ

Website

https://arqwireless.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Tustin

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Connectivity-as-a-Service (CaaS): Monthly service fees for managed connectivity solutions where ARQ designs, installs, operates and manages wireless infrastructure for clients. Clients pay recurring fees with ability to optimize technology cycles and scale deployments.
2. DAS Engineering and Installation Services: One-time professional services for design, deployment and management of DAS, Small Cell, Wi-Fi and Public Safety solutions. Revenue from project-based deployments for enterprise customers and venue operators.
3. Carrier Management Services: Managed service provider role handling all carrier coordination and management to enable carriers (AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile) to join DAS networks. Ongoing monitoring and maintenance services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

ARQ is a global RF engineering and installation services company that designs, deploys, operates and manages in-building and outdoor wireless connectivity infrastructure. Core deliverables include Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS), Small Cell deployments, Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) private LTE networks, Public Safety communications systems, Enterprise Wi-Fi, and a turnkey Connectivity-as-a-Service (CaaS) managed offering for enterprise, venue, government and carrier customers.

Product overview

ARQ offers a comprehensive portfolio of wireless connectivity solutions centered on Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS), Small Cells, CBRS, Public Safety, Enterprise Wi-Fi, and a managed service offering called CaaS (Connectivity-as-a-Service). These products work together to provide complete in-building and outdoor wireless coverage: DAS serves as the foundational infrastructure supporting multiple carriers and frequency bands, while Small Cells fill coverage gaps in hard-to-reach areas. CBRS enables private LTE networks for enterprise customers seeking cellular connectivity without carrier dependency. Public Safety solutions ensure first responder communications meet regulatory requirements. Enterprise Wi-Fi addresses high-density wireless needs, and CaaS bundles design, installation, operation, and management into a single managed service subscription.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Distributed Antenna Systems (DAS) A network of antennas connected to a signal source, distributed throughout a structure to improve wireless coverage and bandwidth availability. Supports multiple cellular carriers (AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile) and frequency bands (3G, 4G/LTE, 5G) for indoor and outdoor deployment in enterprise venues.
• Small-Cell Deployments Low-powered mobile network access nodes with limited range that fill coverage gaps where DAS installation is impractical, offering lower cost and faster installation than traditional solutions. Deployable indoors or outdoors for enterprise and venue customers.
• Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) Private LTE network solutions using the unlicensed 3550 MHz – 3700 MHz frequency band. Provides improved connectivity, speed, bandwidth, increased security, and seamless mobility compared to traditional Wi-Fi-based private networks for enterprise customers.
• Public Safety Dedicated in-building communications networks for first responders using radio frequencies reserved for emergency services. Features 99% coverage for vital areas, NEMA-4 enclosures, 24-hour battery backup, and 2-hour fire rating compliance to meet local ordinances and public safety regulations.
• Enterprise Wi-Fi Scalable wireless network solutions for offices, buildings, campuses, and public venues. Supports hundreds of simultaneous device connections with guest isolation, centralized management, and reporting capabilities.
• Connectivity-as-a-Service (CaaS) Turnkey managed service where ARQ designs, installs, operates, and manages wireless solutions on the customer's premises. Offers flexible monthly service fees, technology cycle optimization, scalable multi-DAS deployments, and the ability to accelerate ROI without phantom calls.

Quantifiable outcome

• DAS installations support thousands of concurrent user connections
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles9 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core, strategic and minor.

• AT&TcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAT&T is the world's largest telecommunications company and largest mobile telephone services provider in the United States. ARQ enables AT&T to join DAS networks for in-building coverage.
• VerizoncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVerizon Wireless is the second-largest wireless carrier in the United States, estimated to provide wireless service to 119 million subscribers. ARQ enables Verizon to join DAS networks.
• T-MobilecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorT-Mobile is the third-largest wireless carrier in the United States, with over 100 million customers. ARQ enables T-Mobile to join DAS networks.
• CorningcoreTechnology or IntegrationCorning's optical technology solutions keep communication flowing for consumers and businesses who want fast, reliable connections. Major DAS technology provider.
• CommScopecoreTechnology or IntegrationCommScope Inc. is an American global network infrastructure provider company, designing and manufacturing a variety of network infrastructure products including DAS equipment.
• NextivitycoreTechnology or IntegrationNextivity Inc. develops the award-winning Cel-Fi products that optimize cellular coverage in enterprise, business, residential, and transportation applications.
• EricssonstrategicTechnology or IntegrationEricsson offers services, software and infrastructure in information and communications technology for telecommunications operators.
• NokiastrategicTechnology or IntegrationNokia is a major contributor to the mobile telephony industry, having assisted in the development of the GSM, 3G, LTE and 5G standards.
• AnixterminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAnixter is a global distributor of communication and security products, electrical and electronic wire & cable.
• TesscominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTessco is a distributor of wireless communications products and solutions.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights2 records

Direct peers

• Boingo Wireless: Boingo is a leading provider of indoor DAS, small cell, and Wi-Fi networks for large venues including airports, stadiums, military bases, and commercial properties. It operates a similar neutral-host managed services model and is the closest publicly-traded analog to ARQ's CaaS offering.
• JMA Wireless: JMA Wireless manufactures and integrates DAS and in-building wireless equipment and is both a technology vendor and an integrator, directly competing with ARQ in commercial and venue deployments.
• ADRF (Advanced RF Technologies): ADRF is a DAS and public safety wireless solutions manufacturer and integrator; listed as a direct ARQ technology partner, with overlapping product portfolio (DAS, public safety, small cell).
• SOLiD: SOLiD is a DAS and in-building wireless solutions provider with comparable multi-carrier neutral-host capabilities, serving enterprises, public venues and government customers in North America.
• ExteNet Systems (now Tillman Digital Cities): ExteNet/Tillman operates owned and third-party-operated DAS and small cell networks for venues and enterprises, with a vertically integrated neutral-host model directly comparable to ARQ's CaaS.

Broad incumbents

• Crown Castle: Crown Castle operates the largest US small cell/DAS infrastructure portfolio through its Fiber/Small Cell division and is a major neutral-host competitor in the venues ARQ serves, including stadiums, airports and commercial real estate.
• CommScope: CommScope manufactures DAS, small cell and in-building wireless infrastructure and provides systems integration globally, competing with ARQ in commercial venues while also serving as a supplier in some engagements.
• Corning Optical Communications: Corning is a primary DAS equipment vendor (ARQ listed as a partner) and increasingly offers its own integration services, putting it in both a vendor and adjacent-services relationship with ARQ.
• American Tower: American Tower's CoreSite/Data Center business and emerging in-building wireless investments make it a broad incumbent in wireless infrastructure; through its U.S. tower portfolio it is an indirect competitor in venues ARQ serves.

Emerging players

• Bird Technologies (Bird RF): Bird Technologies provides RF conditioning, signal boosters and test equipment used in DAS deployments, giving it partial overlap with ARQ's portfolio on the RF engineering side rather than full system integration.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/arqwireless

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 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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