Kigen, a global leader in eSIM and iSIM technology, has achieved GSMA eUICC Security Assurance (eSA) certification for its new Automotive eSIMs. This certification supports the latest SGP.32 v1.3, GSMA's IoT eSIM specification. The certification combines Kigen's eSIM OS with Infineon's TEGRION SLI22 automotive security controller, providing connected-vehicle OEMs and Tier-1s with a secure platform for fleets requiring long-term security.
The Kigen Automotive eSIM is certified across the TEGRION SLx22 chip family, creating a three-product portfolio for Automotive, Consumer, and Industrial IoT. All three share the same OS, hardware platform, development tools, and management stack. This helps automotive manufacturers use the same security platform across various connected systems, reducing fragmentation and speeding development.
Kigen's implementation supports SGP.32 v1.3 enhancements, including direct and indirect profile downloads, digital activation codes, and emergency profile handling. These features are relevant to connected vehicles and help reduce the risk of architectural obsolescence for OEMs and operators. This allows architectures qualified today to remain relevant over long program timelines.
The certification builds on Kigen's established eSA-certified IoT eSIMs and Consumer eSIMs. Kigen's eSIM OS secure updates ensure compliance with the EU Cybersecurity Resilience Act (EU CRA). Vincent Korstanje, CEO of Kigen, emphasized the importance of secure and manageable connectivity trust anchors for long-lived software platforms like vehicles.
Kigen's achievement demonstrates deep collaboration with technology and ecosystem partners. Gloria Trujillo, eSIM Technical Director at GSMA, recognized Kigen's role in shaping the evolution of eSIM for IoT. China Mobile International, a partner of Kigen, expressed pleasure in introducing SGP.32-based security solutions to Chinese automakers.
Kigen's full eSIM stack assurance spans GSMA SAS-UP and SAS-SM certification, plus hosted Kigen eIM remote management. Kigen Automotive eSIMs interoperate with 20+ network providers and 60+ "Secure with Kigen" IoT modules. The company will join GSMA interoperability testing in October with its certified IoT eSIMs and eIM solution.
Kigen Automotive eSIMs will be available for OEM sampling in the ETSI MFF2 package from October 2026. The company provides a secure path from factory provisioning to global fleet operation while preserving freedom to evolve connectivity throughout the vehicle lifetime. Kigen's technology supports post-quantum cryptography, enabling OEMs to prepare for long-term security against emerging quantum threats.
Key points
- Kigen's Automotive eSIM achieves GSMA eSA certification, supporting SGP.32 v1.3 for enhanced security in connected vehicles.
- The certification combines Kigen's eSIM OS with Infineon's TEGRION SLI22 automotive security controller.
- Kigen's technology supports post-quantum cryptography for long-term security against emerging quantum threats.
