RINA Wireless

What RINA Wireless does

RINA Wireless is a rural-focused cooperative network services provider that hosts LTE cores, provides CDMA switching, and delivers cloud-native mobile core infrastructure for independent Communication Service Providers (CSPs) across the United States. Founded in 2005 by Strata Networks (then UBET Wireless) and South Central Communications and headquartered in Roosevelt, Utah, RINA operates as a carrier-owned LLC whose customers are simultaneously its capital members. Its technology stack centers on a cloud-native, containerized Converged Packet Core (deployed with Mavenir), Ericsson 4G/5G Core and RAN, an IMS Core (originally Metaswitch, now Mavenir-extended), VoLTE/VoWiFi, CBRS Domain Proxy, Fixed Wireless Access, and shared data center infrastructure — all delivered as hosted services that allow rural carriers to meet Tier 1 compliance standards without owning standalone core infrastructure.

The company's product portfolio spans VoLTE/VoWiFi, IMS Core, 4G-to-5G transition services, CBRS Domain Proxy, wireless switching, Fixed Wireless Broadband, data center services, and (since the October 2024 acquisition of Digital Communications Consulting) network design, RF optimization, and regulatory consulting. Revenue mechanics are dominated by recurring subscription-style core hosting and managed-service fees from 23-26 member carriers across 21 states, including seven partner carriers operating in Alaska; an additional A2P messaging line was added in late 2025 via ClearSky's iCODE platform. Go-to-market is community-led, leveraging industry associations (RWA, CCA, NTCA, WTA), the annual Rural Wireless Infrastructure Summit co-hosted with RWA, and direct carrier-to-carrier referrals — there is no public pricing for core hosting, and acquisition is quote-based B2B.

Name

RINA Wireless

Legal name

Rural Independent Network Alliance, LLC

Website

https://rinawireless.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

RINA Wireless is a carrier-owned cooperative that hosts LTE cores, IMS, VoLTE/VoWiFi, CBRS Domain Proxy, and 5G core infrastructure for roughly 23-26 independent rural U.S. wireless carriers across 21 states, including seven partners in Alaska.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mobile Network Services (Wireless Core Hosting)

NAICS

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

SIC

Services-Telephone Interconnect Systems (7385), Radiotelephone Communications (4812)

akta.pro primary industry

Private LTE/5G Mobile Network Operators (Campus/Industrial) (HDAIAAAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Network-as-a-Service (NaaS) & On-Demand Connectivity (HDABALAE), Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) Broadband Providers (HDAIABAE)

Keywords

• Mobile core hosting
• Wireless switching services
• Rural carrier network
• VoLTE IMS Core
• CBRS domain proxy

Headquarters

HQ city

Roosevelt

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

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. Core Hosting Services: LTE Core hosting and CDMA switching services provided to rural wireless carriers through shared infrastructure model. Carriers pay hosting fees to access carrier-grade core network services without owning their own switch infrastructure.
2. Infrastructure Investment: Strategic infrastructure investments that enable rural carriers to build and expand networks with reduced individual capital outlay. Provides shared data roaming agreements and aggregated purchasing power.
3. Carrier Support Services: Network design, optimization, and consulting solutions delivered through acquired DCC subsidiary. Professional services for rural wireless carrier network operations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

RINA Wireless provides hosted mobile core network and switching services to rural wireless carriers through a cooperative (LLC) structure. Its core offerings include cloud-native LTE Converged Packet Core hosting, CDMA switching, IMS Core, VoLTE/VoWiFi voice services, CBRS Domain Proxy, 4G-to-5G migration, and Fixed Wireless Broadband — delivered as carrier-grade shared infrastructure so that independent rural operators can offer Tier 1-compliant mobile services without owning their own switches.

Product overview

RINA Wireless is a cooperative network services provider offering a portfolio of core network products for rural wireless carriers. The portfolio centers on cloud-native IMS Core hosting, VoLTE/VoWiFi voice solutions, 4G to 5G migration services, CBRS Domain Proxy management, Fixed Wireless Broadband access, wireless switching, and data center infrastructure. Services are delivered through strategic partnerships with technology vendors including Mavenir (cloud-native packet core), Ericsson (5G core and RAN), Metaswitch (IMS), and Interop Technologies (RCS). The company also acquired Digital Communications Consulting (DCC) to expand its network design and optimization consulting capabilities. RINA operates as a peer-to-peer cooperative of independent Communication Service Providers, providing shared infrastructure and switching services that enable rural carriers to access carrier-grade services typically available only to larger operators.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• VoLTE | VoWiFi Voice over LTE and Voice over WiFi solutions providing crystal-clear voice communication for rural communities, ensuring reliable voice services alongside data connectivity; targeted at rural wireless carrier members needing voice services compliant with Tier 1 standards.
• IMS Core IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) core services establishing seamless communication experiences and serving as the foundation for VoLTE, VoWiFi, and RCS, built on web and microservices methodologies with carrier-class reliability from IT-grade cloud.
• 4G+ to 5G Transition Network upgrade and migration services enabling rural wireless carriers to transition from 4G LTE to 5G NSA via Ericsson Cloud Packet Core integrated with existing 4G Core and RAN.
• CBRS Domain Proxy Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) Domain Proxy services optimizing CBRS deployments and enhancing network performance so rural carriers can leverage 3.5 GHz spectrum for additional revenue streams.
• Wireless Broadband Fixed wireless broadband access services connecting rural areas with fast and stable internet, supporting digital inclusion and economic growth for carrier members.
• Wireless Switching Services Core hosting and switching services enabling carriers to deliver reliable, high-performance connectivity in rural areas, with seamless integration of mobile network services including CDMA switching and LTE core hosting.
• Data Center State-of-the-art data center solutions offering secure, scalable, and efficient infrastructure for rural wireless carriers, ensuring reliable data management for cooperative member networks.
• Cellular Support Comprehensive support services addressing network challenges for optimal performance and customer satisfaction, delivered to member carriers.
• Cloud-Native Voice Core Solutions Fully containerized voice core delivering IMS, VoLTE, VoWiFi, and Voicemail services that replace legacy hardware-dependent Virtual Network Functions, reducing OPEX and enabling cloud-native operation.
• A2P Messaging Services Application-to-Person messaging traffic routing through ClearSky's iCODE platform, providing RINA member carriers with enhanced control, visibility, and fraud protection for messaging.
• RCS (Rich Communication Services) Enhanced messaging offering via Interop Technologies' RCS Suite, including P2P capabilities, global interconnection, and an RCS Business Messaging (RBM) platform for B2C messaging monetization, deployed across 10 Mobile Network Operators in North America.
• Network Design and Optimization (DCC) Professional consulting services for network architecture, RF optimization, and regulatory compliance guidance, delivered to wireless carriers via the acquired subsidiary Digital Communications Consulting LLC.
• Rural Wireless Infrastructure Summit Annual industry summit jointly hosted with the Rural Wireless Association, bringing together carriers, vendors, and policymakers to address rural connectivity topics including broadband funding, AI, cybersecurity, and Fixed Wireless Access; open to members and non-members with tiered registration fees.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced OPEX through lower software licensing, management, services, and hardware footprint costs
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• MavenircoreTechnology or Integration · 9 April 2026Mavenir provides cloud-native voice core solutions including IMS, VoLTE, VoWiFi, and Voicemail services. The fully containerized solution replaces legacy hardware-dependent VNFs and is expected to reduce OPEX. Relationship began in 2022 when RINA first deployed Mavenir's cloud-native packet core. Extended in 2026 for voice core upgrades to rural American communities.
• ClearSky TechnologiescoreTechnology or Integration · 17 December 2025RINA Wireless partnered with ClearSky Technologies to route all its A2P messaging traffic through ClearSky's iCODE platform. This enhances RINA's control over messaging, improves visibility, and strengthens protection against fraud and unauthorized use.
• Digital Communications Consulting (DCC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 October 2024RINA acquired Digital Communications Consulting LLC, a telecommunications consulting firm specializing in network design, optimization, and consulting solutions for wireless carriers. Founded in 2012, DCC brings expertise in network architecture, RF optimization, and regulatory compliance guidance. The acquisition strengthens RINA's end-to-end capabilities.
• EricssoncoreTechnology or Integration · 22 October 2020Ericsson partnership for CBRS buildout solution, 5G Cloud Packet Core, and ongoing 4G Core and RAN infrastructure. Partnership enables rural carriers to efficiently manage networks, deploy services faster, and meet buildout requirements. RINA and Ericsson have been working together for years providing 3G, 4G, 5G and fixed wireless services.
• Trilogy NetworksminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 April 2020RINA joined the Rural Cloud Initiative with Trilogy Networks to accelerate digital transformation in Oilfield Services and Agricultural industries. First phase includes deployment of high capacity compute and storage at Vernal, UT data center and cell sites across Utah, Idaho, Oregon, Wyoming, Alaska, Colorado and other states for Edge Cloud Computing.
• Interop TechnologiescoreTechnology or Integration · 18 February 2020Interop Technologies provides complete RCS Suite to RINA Wireless for enhanced messaging capabilities serving 10 Mobile Network Operators in North America. Includes P2P capabilities, global interconnection, and RCS Business Messaging platform for B2C messaging market.
• Metaswitch (Microsoft)coreTechnology or Integration · 3 April 2019Partnership with Metaswitch to provide IMS Core and advanced mobile services including VoLTE, VoWiFi and RCS to RINA's consortium members. Metaswitch provides cloud-native solution with Session Border Control, I/S CSCF, and MMTEL AS for rural wireless carriers.
• NewCore WirelessminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 March 2018Joint users group event held June 11-13, 2018 in Snowbird, UT. Combined events to share best practices, technology enhancements, and policy initiatives. More than 35 rural and regional mobile carriers participated.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Netcracker Technology: Netcracker provides BSS/OSS and digital transformation solutions for telecom operators globally, including rural carriers. It is a broader incumbent in the telecom software stack that RINA's member carriers rely on.
• Mavenir: Mavenir is a global provider of cloud-native mobile core, IMS, and Open RAN software. RINA deploys Mavenir's converged packet core and IMS; Mavenir competes with and supplies RINA.
• Ericsson: Ericsson is a Tier 1 vendor of 4G/5G core, RAN, and CBRS solutions. RINA has partnered with Ericsson for 5G cloud packet core and CBRS buildout for rural carriers, and Ericsson competes in adjacent operator software categories.
• Microsoft Metaswitch: Metaswitch (acquired by Microsoft) provides IMS core and VoLTE/VoWiFi/RCS software. It supplies RINA's IMS solution and competes as a broader telecom software incumbent.

Direct peers

• NewCore Wireless: NewCore Wireless is a cooperative switching and core hosting provider for rural and regional wireless carriers, offering hosted LTE core and managed services to a similar small-carrier customer base as RINA. RINA and NewCore even co-hosted a joint users group event in 2018.
• Strata Networks: Strata Networks is a founding member and partial operator of RINA Wireless, providing managed wireless switching and hosted core services. It is also a rural CSP comparable to RINA's other member carriers in Utah.

Others

• NETSCOUT Systems: NETSCOUT provides service assurance and monitoring for mobile control/user plane. RINA uses NETSCOUT for proactive monitoring of LTE/VoLTE/VoWi-Fi and is an ecosystem/adjacent technology vendor.

Emerging players

• ClearSky Technologies: ClearSky provides hosted messaging, A2P, and iCODE platform services to Tier 2/3 wireless carriers. RINA routes all A2P messaging through ClearSky, making it both a vendor and a peer in hosted carrier services.
• Trilogy Networks: Trilogy Networks operates the Rural Cloud Initiative, partnering with RINA to deploy edge cloud compute in rural markets for agriculture and oilfield verticals. It is an emerging partner/peer in rural edge infrastructure.
• Interop Technologies: Interop Technologies delivers RCS, messaging, and core network services to mobile operators. It supplies RINA's RCS Suite to 10 MNOs and competes in adjacent hosted messaging.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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