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Growing Partnerships in Satellite Connectivity Reported

Growing Partnerships in Satellite Connectivity Reported

First seen 12 Nov 2026, 19:46 UTC •
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ThreatCluster •November 12, 2026 at 19:47 UTC
  • •275 operator-satellite partnerships exist globally as of November 2026.
  • •21 partnerships have launched satellite-to-cellphone services.
  • •38% of partnerships focus on community and enterprise broadband.

As of November 2026, there are 275 publicly announced operator-satellite partnerships in 101 countries, with 21 partnerships having launched services. The trend is particularly strong in Asia and North America, with Europe also seeing growth, marked by the first service launch in Western Europe in February 2026. Community and enterprise broadband constitutes 38% of these partnerships, driven by the technology's increasing availability. Satellite IoT and M2M are gaining traction but face challenges due to long replacement cycles. The report indicates that 29 partnerships are currently trialing the technology, while 73 are in the planning stage, suggesting further launches are expected in 2026 and beyond.

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2026-02-01
First service launched in Western Europe
The first satellite-to-cellphone service in Western Europe was launched, marking a significant milestone for the region.
gsacom.com
2026-11-12
Current report published
The report details the status of satellite connectivity partnerships as of November 2026, highlighting significant growth in the sector.
gsacom.com

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What regions are seeing the most growth in satellite partnerships?
Asia and North America are leading, with increasing interest in Europe.
How many partnerships have launched services?
As of November 2026, 21 partnerships have successfully launched satellite-to-cellphone services.
What percentage of partnerships focus on broadband?
Community and enterprise broadband accounts for 38% of all announced partnerships.