GigSky
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Mobile technology, Telecommunications |
| Founded | 2010 |
| Founder | Ravi Rishy-Maharaj |
| Headquarters | Palo Alto , United States |
Area served | Worldwide |
| Products | e-SIM and traditional SIM card data services |
GigSky is a mobile technology firm headquartered in Palo Alto, California, specializing in providing data services for international travelers through both e-SIM and traditional SIM card solutions.
Service
Through a dedicated mobile application and the use of GigSky e-SIM or Apple SIM cards, customers can access public data networks worldwide. The company also caters to corporate clients by delivering mobile data connectivity for airline electronic flight bag (EFB) systems.
In October 2025, GigSky broadened its cruise ship network coverage, incorporating vessels like Oceania Allura and Royal Caribbean Star of the Seas, thereby improving global internet access for passengers.
History
Established in 2010 by Ravi Rishy-Maharaj, GigSky rose to prominence in June 2015 when Apple integrated its offerings with cellular iPads utilizing Apple SIM technology, enabling data plans across more than 90 countries.
Norwegian Air Lines began utilizing GigSky’s services in late 2013 to support its EFB applications. Subsequently, in August 2016, avionics company Avionica collaborated with GigSky to provide worldwide flight data communication solutions for airlines.
By November 2018, GigSky launched international data eSIM options compatible with iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR models, expanding its footprint in the global mobile connectivity market.