Helios Towers Company profile
About Helios Towers PLC
Helios Towers PLC is a United Kingdom-based independent telecommunications tower infrastructure company in Africa. The Company owns and operates telecommunications towers and infrastructure in African markets. The Company's business lies in building, acquiring and operating telecommunications towers that can accommodate the needs of its multiple tenants. These tenants are typically mobile network operators (MNOs) and other telecommunications providers who in turn provide wireless voice and data services, primarily to end-consumers and businesses. The Company also offers tower-related operational services, including site selection, site preparation, maintenance, security and power management. It also constructs new assets, including build-to-suit (BTS) towers, and localized small cell and in-building solutions. The Company owns and operates telecommunication tower sites across Africa in Tanzania, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Congo Brazzaville, Ghana and South Africa.
Financial summary
BRIEF: For the fiscal year ended 31 December 2021, Helios Towers PLC revenues increased 8% to $449.1M. Net loss increased from $36.7M to $156.2M. Revenues reflect Tanzania segment increase of 2% to $170.4M, South Africa segment increase of 76% to $6M, Tanzania segment increase of 2% to $170.4M, South Africa segment increase of 76% to $6M. Higher net loss reflects FV/Uls Adjust on Derivatives for Hedging decrease from $33.8M (income) to $28M (expense).