Soracom Launches Commercial IoT eSIMs Compatible with SGP.32

Key Takeaways

Soracom has launched its Connectivity Hypervisor and SGP.32-compatible IoT eSIMs, now available for purchase.
SGP.32 enables enterprises to manage SIM profiles independently, addressing limitations of previous standards.
Connectivity Hypervisor supports automated management of multiple operator profiles, enhancing global deployment flexibility.

Expanded Overview of Soracom’s New Offerings

Soracom, a cloud-native IoT platform, has introduced its Connectivity Hypervisor and SGP.32-compatible IoT eSIMs, marking a step forward in enabling enterprises to gain greater control over connectivity for their Internet of Things (IoT) devices. Both offerings are now commercially available following a pre-order phase.

SGP.32 is the latest standard from the GSMA for remote SIM provisioning in IoT applications. This new standard improves upon the earlier SGP.02 and SGP.22 protocols. SGP.02, designed primarily for the automotive sector, retained telecom operators’ control over provisioning, relegating enterprises to limited management within a controlled environment. In contrast, SGP.22 allowed for more user control but relied on user interfaces that many IoT devices lack.

The advancements of SGP.32 provide a solution to these issues by enabling headless, always-on device operations while offering enterprises true, carrier-independent control over device profile management. This is particularly vital in sectors like automotive and utilities, where long-lived products such as vehicles, utility meters, asset trackers, and medical devices require flexibility in SIM management.

Connectivity Hypervisor is Soracom’s orchestrating capability for embedded Universal Integrated Circuit Cards (eUICC), allowing users to add, manage, and switch between multiple operator profiles on remote SIMs. Through the SGP.32 eSIM IoT Manager (eIM), businesses can automate their Remote SIM Provisioning (RSP) by aligning it with deployment needs based on regulations or applications. A built-in fallback feature ensures devices maintain connectivity even if a selected profile is unavailable.

This capability caters especially well to international deployments, as a single SKU can be produced for global shipping. Customers benefit from the ability to switch profiles as their devices move across borders, ensuring compliance with roaming regulations. For profiles associated with official Soracom partner operators, the Connectivity Management Platform offers lifecycle management, usage monitoring, and enhanced fleet management functionalities.

Kenta Yasukawa, COO and Co-Founder of Soracom, emphasized that the Connectivity Hypervisor was designed ahead of market demand with the expectation that SGP.32 would provide enterprises with significant control over SIM profiles. The commercial launch allows customers to order devices that can be activated via Soracom and equipped for future profile adjustments without switching SKUs.

During the recent Soracom Discovery 2026 annual conference, the company showcased the upcoming iteration of Connectivity Hypervisor, which will offer unified management of connections across various mobile network operators through a singular control interface. This functionality is fully developed and will be made accessible to end users once partner operators finalize their profile integrations for sale through Soracom’s platform.

Currently, Connectivity Hypervisor and SGP.32-compatible IoT eSIMs can be purchased in both card and chip form factors. For deployment planning or orders, interested parties can visit Soracom’s official website.

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