Exolaunch bags 5G NB-IoT satellite launch, deployment deal from Spain’s Sateliot

NEW DELHI: Germany-headquartered Exolaunch has won a new satellite launch and deployment deal from Spanish satellite communications (satcom) startup Sateliot, the companies said on Wednesday.

Sateliot is building a constellation of 250 satellites enabling 5G Narrowband-Internet of Things (NB-IoT) connectivity from space.

Under the terms of this agreement, whose financial terms were not disclosed, Sateliot is set to deploy four additional satellites to join its growing 5G IoT constellation, utilising Exolaunch’s services and hardware.

Sateliot’s four 6U satellites – Sateliot_1, Sateliot_2, Sateliot_3, and Sateliot_4 – are manifested via Exolaunch on the Transporter-11 Rideshare mission with SpaceX, which is scheduled to launch in mid-2024.

Sateliot will leverage Exolaunch's containerised satellite separation system, the EXOpod Nova, for the deployment of its satellites.

"Partnering with Exolaunch marks a significant milestone for Sateliot as we continue our mission to revolutionize 5G IoT connectivity from space. With Exolaunch's expertise and industry-leading services, we are confident in the successful launch and deployment of our next four satellites, further advancing our vision of ubiquitous IoT connectivity,” remarked Jaume Sanpera, chief executive officer at Sateliot.

"We are delighted to welcome Sateliot as our newest customer and partner," said Pablo Lobo, mission manager at Exolaunch. "This agreement highlights Exolaunch's dedication to facilitating the growth and success of innovative European companies like Sateliot. Exolaunch is proud to provide our industry-leading services and technology to support Sateliot's vision of advancing 5G IoT connectivity from space.”