Banglalink Launches Starlink-Powered Satellite-to-Mobile Service in Bangladesh.
Banglalink has launched a Starlink-powered satellite-to-mobile service in Bangladesh, with more than 4,500 users reportedly connecting on its first day, including users located up to 360 kilometres offshore.
Banglalink has launched a Starlink-powered satellite-to-mobile service in Bangladesh, marking a step towards extending mobile connectivity beyond the reach of conventional cellular networks.
According to the information provided by the company, more than 4,500 users connected to the service on its first day, including users at locations up to 360 kilometres offshore within Bangladesh’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).
The service uses satellite technology to help compatible 4G smartphones maintain connectivity in areas where traditional mobile network coverage is unavailable. It is intended to support users in remote coastal communities, offshore waters and other hard-to-reach locations.
The launch highlights the potential role of satellite-based connectivity in addressing coverage gaps in geographically challenging areas. For people working at sea, including fishermen and offshore workers, access to mobile connectivity can help improve communication beyond the coverage of conventional terrestrial networks.
The service’s reach and practical benefits will depend on device compatibility, service availability and operating conditions in different locations.
The launch adds to ongoing efforts to expand digital connectivity through satellite technology, particularly in areas where extending conventional mobile infrastructure can be challenging.
