AST SpaceMobile Advances Space-Based Cellular Broadband in Europe in Collaboration with European Mobile Network Operator Partners
Business Wire•19/10/2026•07:25 ET
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Key Highlights
- ➤Four European operators sign LOI exploring joint MSS spectrum bid
- ➤AST SpaceMobile targets service readiness across 500 million-plus European subscribers
- ➤Satellite Connect Europe provides European-operated ground infrastructure for BlueBird satellites
- ➤BlueBird satellites connect directly to standard smartphones, reaching 98.9 Mbps peak downloads
- ➤Next-generation satellites expected to deliver peak data rates approaching 200 Mbps
Expert Statements
Wayne Thorsen, Chief Commercial Officer of AST SpaceMobile
“Europe’s mobile network operators are taking an important step toward extending connectivity to every subscriber, wherever they live, work and travel”
Wayne Thorsen, Chief Commercial Officer of AST SpaceMobile
“Our role is to support our partners with the satellite technology, spectrum capabilities and ground infrastructure needed to deliver cellular broadband directly to the phones people already use.”
Wayne Thorsen, Chief Commercial Officer of AST SpaceMobile
“Together, we are building a third layer of connectivity that expands coverage and strengthens the resilience of Europe’s mobile networks.”
AST SpaceMobile Advances Space-Based Cellular Broadband in Europe in Collaboration with European Mobile Network Operator Partners
Collaboration among Europe’s four largest mobile network operators expected to accelerate network integration, expand coverage and improve connectivity for the citizens of Europe
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