US firm eyes satellite internet for PH

California-based company Astranis is targeting to launch its satellite-based internet connectivity services in the local market by 2024.

File photo: Fixed Broadband Speedtest connected with Converge ICT network

Next to Elon Musk? Another satellite internet service provider targets PH launch

Based on a report from the Philippine Daily Inquirer, Astranis is targeting to cover about 2 million Filipinos with the services, especially those residing in underserved areas.

Its technology being eyed for deployment can deliver connectivity in more than 5,000 locations.

Astranis told the Inquirer that the group is now finalizing its launch details.

The satellite for the Philippines will be launched alongside four other Astranis MicroGEO satellites on a dedicated rocket—and we expect to be able to share details on the launch date and launch provider shortly. As soon as those satellites are through the factory, we will begin the assembly, integration, and testing of the Philippine satellite, the company said.

As the government pushes for a digital economy, the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) earlier opened the market to Elon Musk’s Starlink Internet Services Philippines.

Meanwhile, Starlink already secured a license to operate as an internet service provider in the country in 2022.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer