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Ukraine partners with Nokia and ICEYE to replace Starlink services
Ukraine partners with Nokia and ICEYE to replace Starlink services after SpaceX restricted connectivity for fast-moving drones.
Ukraine's Ministry of Defense signed a letter of intent on Thursday to develop satellite communication capabilities with Finnish firms Nokia and ICEYE. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also announced a partnership with Norway to create air defense and communications systems. Space Capital CEO Chad Anderson stated a Starlink alternative could be two to three years away, noting SpaceX has roughly 11,000 satellites in orbit.
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Ukraine partners with Nokia and ICEYE to replace Starlink services
The Ukrainian government is seeking alternatives to SpaceX's satellite services after the company imposed speed limits and restrictions. These restrictions reportedly caused military drones to disconnect and crash during operations. In response, Kyiv has entered partnerships with Nokia and satellite manufacturer ICEYE. The initiative aims to secure independent communication infrastructure for the Ukrainian military. This move follows growing tensions over SpaceX's control of critical wartime connectivity.