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Vodafone, AST SpaceMobile Launch $10B Satellite Project in Europe

11/7/2025

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Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile plan a Europe-led satellite constellation for satellite-to-smartphone connectivity serving commercial and government use.
The operational center will be in Germany, with sites near Munich or Hannover under consideration.
The project aims to meet broadband demand in underserved areas, with the market projected to exceed $10 billion by 2033.
Commercial operations are expected to start in 2026, and Vodafone's CEO stressed secure satellite communications for European operators.

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Story summary

Vodafone and AST SpaceMobile plan a Europe-led satellite constellation for satellite-to-smartphone connectivity serving commercial and government use.
The operational center will be in Germany, with sites near Munich or Hannover under consideration.
The project aims to meet broadband demand in underserved areas, with the market projected to exceed $10 billion by 2033.
Commercial operations are expected to start in 2026, and Vodafone's CEO stressed secure satellite communications for European operators.