Amazon builds 1,000th satellite for space internet service
Amazon has completed its 1,000th satellite, intended for its upcoming space-based internet service. The company aims to launch the service by the end of the year.
Amazon has completed the construction of its 1,000th satellite as part of its initiative to deploy a constellation of low-Earth orbit satellites. The company plans to offer broadband internet service delivered directly from space.
The service is anticipated to launch by the end of 2024. This move positions Amazon as a competitor in the satellite internet market, a sector previously dominated by SpaceX's Starlink. The development is closely watched by consumers, businesses such as airlines and shipping companies, and government entities.
Broadband internet delivered from orbit has demonstrated utility across various sectors, including commerce, entertainment, and defense. Amazon's entry aims to provide a global high-speed internet alternative.
The project is led by Rajeev Badyal, who had previous experience with Starlink's early development. Amazon's significant investment in satellite manufacturing signals a strategic expansion beyond its traditional e-commerce operations.