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The group has released an updated Version 3.4.1 of its eUICC Profile Package: Interoperable Format Technical Specification (Interoperable Profile Package Specification). This latest version includes clarifications and fixes with regards to the ASN.1 description and the minimal profile package example. Please note that Version 3.4 is now deprecated.

Following the release of Version 3.3.1.2 of the eUICC Profile Package: Interoperable Format Test Specification, the group continues to work on Version 3.4 of the Interoperable Format Test Specification.

This month, the group has continued work on the development of a new technical paper that will provide deeper insights and technical guidance on SGP.32 deployment considerations. Publication is expected in H2.

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TCA has welcomed Redtea Mobile as the latest eSIM member to join the organisation. TCA members play an important role in shaping the evolution of technologies that deliver flexible connectivity, advanced security and enhanced experiences for an array of use cases. You can learn more about the benefits of TCA membership here.

eSIM shipment volumes collectively reported by TCA members in 2024 surpassed half a billion units, increasing 35% year-on-year (YoY) to reach 503 million. TCA also estimates that the total available market for eSIM was 514 million units. The growing availability of eSIM-enabled devices was matched by increasing consumer adoption, with consumer eSIM profile downloads rising by 56%. Learn more.

Growth was bolstered by the launch of new eSIM-only devices, eSIM-enabled mid-range models and 5G smartphones. Regionally, North America led in consumer eSIM adoption. Profile downloads more than doubled in Asia, while Europe also saw strong uptake. Increasing consumer adoption was supported by continued investment in eSIM Subscription Manager (SM) platforms. The number of deployed consumer eSIM SM platforms rose by 18% in 2024. Learn more.

TCA tracks deployments of the Recommended 5G SIM / eSIM, which promotes the highest levels of security, privacy and functionality in 5G and 5G standalone (SA) networks to maximise operator investments and support key use-cases. TCA members reported a steady 68% year-on-year growth in units in 2024, with volumes strongest in North America. Europe also saw robust growth as it emerges as a leading region for the rollout of 5G SA deployments. Learn more.

TCA estimates that the total available market for ‘traditional’ SIM remained stable at 3.7 billion units in 2024. The market continues to be shaped by accelerating digitalisation as eSIM adoption increases in key geographies such as North America. There is also a trend towards local players strengthening market share across lower-cost categories in India, China, and across the Pacific and MEA regions. Learn more.

By introducing new features to simplify the remote provisioning and management of constrained IoT devices, SGP.32 is a significant opportunity to address challenges that have tempered IoT adoption to date. To understand the drivers, implications and applications of the new specification download our white paper here.

Download TCA’s latest infographic to learn more about the development and adoption of SGP.32, including new technical features, benefits across IoT use cases, and the status of the supporting testing and compliance programmes.