Mitratel and AALTO Collaborate to Develop Stratospace and Infrastructure
Jakarta, CNBC Indonesia - PT Dayamitra Telekomunikasi Tbk (Mitratel) and AALTO HAPS Limited (AALTO), a subsidiary of Airbus, signed a Memorandum of Understanding to continue the development of Stratospace and telecommunications infrastructure in Indonesia. The signing took place during the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona on Monday, 2 March 2026.
This momentum underscores the commitment of both parties to deliver innovative, reliable, and sustainable connectivity solutions across Indonesia. Under the MoU, AALTO will act as the connectivity services provider for Stratospace and as operator of Stratocraft, including deployment, operation, and management of High Altitude Platform System (HAPS) solutions.
Mitratel, as a provider of telecommunications tower infrastructure and the Telkom Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (Telkom) operating company, will support implementation through provision and management of the required tower infrastructure. The collaboration will be conducted with adherence to Good Corporate Governance principles and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations in Indonesia and relevant jurisdictions.
Both parties will also ensure that all permitting, approvals, and documentation from government agencies and related bodies are fulfilled in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Seno Soemadji, Director Strategic Business Development & Portfolio at Telkom, said the initiative is part of TelkomGroup’s strategy to prepare the foundation for next-generation infrastructure that complements terrestrial networks.
‘HAPS technology has the potential to address service provision challenges in 3T regions (Underdeveloped, Frontier, and Outermost), aligning with government needs and people’s basic requirement for equitable connectivity. Additionally, the solution can be leveraged in disaster situations when terrestrial infrastructure is disrupted, thereby supporting faster and more effective service recovery,’ Seno said in a press release on Wednesday, 4 March 2026.
He added that TelkomGroup supports the continuation of this initiative through comprehensive testing and feasibility studies to ensure measured implementation readiness. ‘Each stage of technology adoption will be carried out prudently, prioritising good governance and compliance with all applicable regulations, thus delivering long-term value for the national digital ecosystem,’ he added.
Expanding the scope of the collaboration is a continuation of the understanding established in 2023. The potential synergies will continue to be evaluated through comprehensive studies covering business, financial, technical, operational, commercial, legal, and regulatory aspects to ensure accountable planning and execution.
Theodorus Ardi Hartoko, CEO of Mitratel, emphasised that the initiative aligns with the company’s commitment to strengthening Indonesia’s digital infrastructure ecosystem. ‘The synergy between tower infrastructure and HAPS technology is expected to improve service quality, broaden coverage, and support resilience of the national telecommunications system. The MoU provides a stronger foundation for both parties to formulate a measurable, long-term implementation roadmap,’ he said.
Meanwhile, AALTO CEO Hughes Boulnois spoke of the strengthening of the collaboration amid growing commercial momentum for Stratospace technology. ‘Zephyr’s capability to deliver direct-to-device connectivity opens up opportunities to reach areas with limited access while enhancing network reliability. Asia-Pacific is a strategic region for AALTO’s growth and a key part of the evolution of global connectivity,’ he stated.
With the MoU extended to October 2027, both companies will continue to evaluate and refine the potential integration of HAPS technology with telecommunications infrastructure as part of a joint commitment to expand connectivity access and accelerate Indonesia’s digital transformation.