Arqia has agreed to acquire Algar Telecom’s Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity business, strengthening parent company Wireless Logic’s expansion strategy in Latin America.
The transaction, subject to customary closing conditions, will expand Arqia’s position as Brazil’s largest IoT-focused mobile virtual network operator and increase its capabilities in mission-critical IoT and machine-to-machine applications.
Wireless Logic acquired Arqia in 2025 as part of its push into Brazil, one of Latin America’s fastest-growing connected technology markets. Algar said the divestment would allow it to increase investment in core IT and telecommunications services, including cloud, cybersecurity and professional services.
Algar Telecom launched its IoT operation in 2019, initially targeting machine-to-machine and point-of-sale applications. The business has since developed into a leading Brazilian IoT connectivity platform.
Tomas Fuchs, CEO, Arqia, said the agreement represented an important milestone for the company and would accelerate its expansion while broadening solutions available to customers.
Following completion, Arqia will combine its Brazilian market expertise with Wireless Logic’s international scale. Wireless Logic connects millions of devices across more than 165 countries and serves thousands of businesses worldwide.
The enlarged operation will target connected applications across agribusiness, logistics, payments, utilities, manufacturing, healthcare and smart cities.
Oliver Tucker, co-founder and CEO, Wireless Logic, said the transaction represented another step in the company’s Latin America strategy, combining Arqia’s local capabilities with Wireless Logic’s global reach to deliver greater customer value and accelerate regional IoT market development. The acquisition will support businesses seeking greater efficiency, innovation and competitiveness through connected digital infrastructure.
