Prasad Patnekar

Nelco Limited

Nelco Ltd, a part of the $106 bn Tata Group, is a leading Satellite Communication (SatCom or VSAT) Service Provider in India, providing highly reliable data connectivity solutions across the country mainly for the Enterprise sector. The Company was started in 1940 as a revolutionary electronics company, with many firsts to its name. However, now the Company is focused in providing Satellite Communication solutions & services. The purpose of the Company is to bring the benefits of the digital revolution to unserved and under-served customers using satellite communication. Nelco is listed in BSE and NSE and The Tata Power Company Ltd. holds 50.1% of the shares in the company. Nelco has been playing an important role in the development and growth of important industry segments like Banking & Financial Services, Renewable Energy, Mining, offshore Oil & Gas exploration, rural Education etc., by providing VSAT services for business-critical applications in the remotest parts of the country. The Company has also established itself as a leading In-Flight and Maritime Communication (IFMC) service provider, catering to both Aero IFC and Maritime communication requirements in India. The Company also offers turnkey solutions for Satellite Communication involving setting up of dedicated and private networks for large organizations, particularly in the Govt & PSU sector.