In hunt for Starlink alternative, Ukraine partners with Nokia and satellite maker ICEYE
With SpaceX imposing speed limits on Starlink in Ukraine and hampering military operations, Kyiv is looking for alternatives.
TL;DR
- Ukraine is seeking alternatives to SpaceX's Starlink and Starshield services after restrictions were imposed.
- Kyiv has partnered with Finnish companies Nokia and ICEYE to develop new defense and satellite communication capabilities.
- Ukraine is also collaborating with Norway on joint development of air defense and communications systems.
- SpaceX's Starlink restrictions have affected military drones and aircraft traveling over 100 mph.
- US lawmakers are calling for a probe into SpaceX's alleged unilateral changes to its services in Ukraine.
- Several countries, including the EU, are developing their own sovereign satellite communication systems.
- Significant investment has been made in Starlink and Starshield alternatives since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.