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Vision for Innovation

Innovation and sustainable transformation

Year after year, in collaboration with our teams and the scientific community, we have been leading pioneering innovation projects.

The DNA that makes us challenge tomorrow

Innovation is a fundamental pillar of our DNA. It is the engine that drives us to challenge the present, anticipate the future and transform technology into sustainable value for the people, businesses and territories where we operate.

Universal connectivity

We connect people, businesses and services in areas where connectivity is still a challenge. We promote equal access, regardless of geography, population density or social context.

Sustainable technology

We innovate responsibly, balancing technological evolution and resource efficiency. We develop solutions that reduce redundancies and contribute to a more sustainable future.

Digital transformation

Technology only makes sense when it improves people's lives. We create value in communities through digital inclusion, service modernisation and the strengthening of social cohesion.

Research and development

Research, Development and Innovation (R&D) is the driving force behind our evolution. We anticipate needs, test new approaches and accelerate solutions that strengthen connectivity, sustainability and socio-economic progress.

At dstelecom, democratising innovation is an essential part of our strategy. We actively involve employees in the evolution of the business, fostering new ideas and future developments.

Our RDI strategy

Pilar 1 | Core Business Model

Technological Innovation intensify the development and application of emerging technologies to improve the quality of customer service.

Process Digitisation implement digital transformation to optimise management, execution of activities and increase productivity and operational efficiency.

Pilar 2 | Exporting the Business Model

Neutral Hosting for Mobile Networks develop an innovative neutral hosting model, enabling efficient collaboration between different operators.

Aerospace Infrastructure invest in the creation of aerospace infrastructure to expand connectivity to IoT devices in remote areas.

Technology for Sensorised Submarine Cables promote research and innovation in submarine cable technology, increasing data transmission capacity and efficiency.

Advanced Data Centres focus on developing data centres with edge computing and cloud capabilities to manage the exponential growth in data traffic.

Pilar 3 | Environment and Planetary Prosperity

Energy Efficiency prioritise energy efficiency to minimise consumption in the network and operations.

Sustainability and Circular Economy develop processes, products and services that promote sustainability, circular economy and waste reduction.

Our projects

  • Todos
  • Land
  • Sea
  • Air
  • Space

AEROS Constellation

The AEROS project develops space technologies to observe and enhance the oceans in a sustainable way. With a constellation of nanosatellites and advanced sensors, it aims to create new scientific and economic opportunities, promoting cooperation between space and the sea.

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Environment and Planetary Prosperity

K2D – Knowledge and Data from the Deep to Space

The K2D project explores new ways of collecting and interpreting ocean data using cutting-edge technology, autonomous underwater vehicles and artificial intelligence. The goal: to create a global view of the planet's health, anticipating climate patterns and promoting a more sustainable future.

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Netedge

The NETEDGE project develops an edge computing solution for fixed networks, enabling data processing closer to the user and real-time responses. Through advanced technologies and industrial partnerships, the project paves the way for new business models, greater efficiency and lower latency in communications.

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Environment and Planetary Prosperity

SmartGlow

The SmartGlow project develops advanced renewable self-consumption solutions for critical systems, ensuring clean, stable and interference-free energy. The technology will be tested on the world's largest radio telescope - the SKA - validating a new generation of smart microgrids.

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Exporting the Business Model

5G.RURAL

The 5G. RURAL project, led by dstelecom, is a European initiative that will bring 5G broadband to low-density rural areas, reducing inequalities and bringing urban and rural areas closer together through more inclusive connectivity and essential infrastructure such as antennas and 5G coverage, with pilot cases in selected municipalities and digital services tailored to local needs.

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Exporting the Business Model

New Space Portugal

The New Space Portugal project is a consortium of 41 entities that aims to place Portugal at the forefront of global markets in the world space sector with the development, production, and launch of Earth observation satellites. dstelecom's role in the New Space Portugal project involves developing a satellite-based LoRa IoT system where communication takes place directly between the IoT sensors and the satellite. With the ultimate goal of transforming innovation into services with real impact, a platform has been developed where customers can access the data generated by their sensors.

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Exporting the Business Model

5G.CONNECT

The 5G.CONNECT project, led by dstelecom, is a European initiative that will bring state-of-the-art 5G connectivity to low-density regions in northern Portugal, strengthening territorial cohesion, innovation and sustainable development through neutral and shared digital infrastructure, innovative use cases in areas such as climate action, civil protection, heritage and social action, and the creation of Smart Communities, contributing to the objectives of the Digital Decade 2030 and to reducing inequalities in access to advanced digital services.

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Commitment to innovation

Learn about the guidelines, principles and commitments in our Innovation Policy, which is applied responsibly and strategically.

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Last updated 30 January 2026