Astranis to supply micro GEO satellite to Saudi's STC
Type: Supply Agreement · Technology: Telecom · Country: Saudi Arabia · Announced: 2026-09-15
Astranis and Saudi telecoms firm STC Group have signed a partnership to deploy a dedicated micro GEO satellite serving the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The satellite, part of Astranis' Block 3, is scheduled to launch in 2027. STC Group's Mohammad Alabbadi highlighted the satellite as a critical layer for resilient connectivity, while Astranis' CEO John Gedmark emphasized the importance of national control over critical networks. The deal supports Saudi Arabia's broader digital infrastructure program.
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