Canada’s Telesat eyes secure Italian satellite connectivity contract, sources say
Key takeaways
- Telesat, which according to its website operates 11 geostationary satellites, plans to launch 150 to 200 low-Earth-orbit (LEO) satellites from this year for commercial and military use.
- The sources, who declined to be named, said Telesat representatives held initial discussions with the Italian government, but no financial details were addressed at this stage.
- One of the sources said the latest talks took place this month.
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Add ARY News on Google AAResize Canada’s Telesat held preliminary talks with Italy to provide satellite services to ensure encrypted communications for the government, diplomats and defence officials operating in high-risk areas, three sources close to the matter said on Tuesday.
Satellite connectivity has become a highly sensitive issue in Italy after talks between the government and Elon Musk’s Starlink to provide secure systems stalled last year, reflecting growing tension between Europe and the United States.
Telesat, which according to its website operates 11 geostationary satellites, plans to launch 150 to 200 low-Earth-orbit (LEO) satellites from this year for commercial and military use.