5G-Satellite-Connectivity September 2025 – Members
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The September 2025 report highlights the accelerating integration of non-terrestrial networks (NTN) and satellite connectivity into the world of cellular communication. By August 2025, there were 170 publicly announced operator–satellite partnerships in 80 countries and territories, with 34 operators in 25 markets having launched commercial services.
Rural and enterprise broadband remains the dominant application, accounting for half of all partnerships. Satellite-to-cellphone services are expanding quickly, with 12 launches and 24 trials or licensed projects, driven by players like SpaceX, AST SpaceMobile and Lynk, enabling unmodified smartphones to connect in remote areas.
Starlink leads the provider landscape with 44 partnerships, followed by AST SpaceMobile and Lynk, while Ka-band remains the most widely used frequency range, supporting both feeder and service links. L- and S-bands are increasingly important for direct-to-cell applications.
A limited but growing number of smartphones now support satellite connectivity. Overall, the findings point to an evolving landscape where satellite services are moving from niche to mainstream, with strong growth expected in broadband and direct-to-cell offerings, and slower but steady expansion in IoT applications.
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