Leading Telecom Company Partners With Elon Musk's Starlink to Offer High-Speed Internet Across India
. This marks the first agreement of its kind in India, subject to SpaceX obtaining necessary approvals to sell Starlink services in the country.
Airtel has announced a strategic agreement with SpaceX to bring Starlink’s high-speed internet services to its customers in India. This marks the first agreement of its kind in India, subject to SpaceX obtaining necessary approvals to sell Starlink services in the country. The partnership is expected to enhance broadband connectivity, particularly in remote and underserved areas, further complementing Airtel’s existing services.
Collaboration Details
The agreement will allow Airtel and SpaceX to explore opportunities to offer Starlink equipment through Airtel’s extensive retail network. Additionally, both companies will jointly target businesses, enterprises, rural communities, schools, and healthcare centers to ensure seamless high-speed internet connectivity. This initiative is anticipated to significantly expand broadband access in areas with limited or no coverage, bridging the digital divide in India.
As part of the collaboration, Airtel and SpaceX will also explore leveraging Airtel’s ground network infrastructure to enhance Starlink’s services. This will also help Airtel extend its comprehensive connectivity solutions, particularly in rural and remote locations across India.
“Working with SpaceX to offer Starlink to Airtel customers in India is a significant milestone,” said Gopal Vittal, Managing Director and Vice Chairman of Bharti Airtel Ltd. He further stated that this collaboration will enable the company to provide world-class broadband connectivity in remote areas, enhancing Airtel’s ability to offer reliable and affordable internet services.
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Financial Performance
Airtel reported strong Q3FY25 financial results, demonstrating robust growth across key metrics:
- Revenue from operations increased 8.8 per cent QoQ to Rs 45,129.3 crore, up from Rs 41,473.30 crore.
- EBITDA surged 13 per cent to Rs 24,597 crore, compared to Rs 21,846 crore, with the EBITDA margin expanding to 54.5 per cent from 52.7 per cent.
- Net profit skyrocketed to Rs 14,781.2 crore from Rs 3,593.2 crore in the previous quarter.
- Average revenue per user (ARPU) increased to Rs 245, up from Rs 233.
- India mobile services revenue also witnessed a 5.8 per cent growth to Rs 26,268 crore, up from Rs 24,837 crore.
About the Company
Headquartered in India, Airtel is one of the top three mobile operators globally, with a network that reaches over two billion people across 15 countries, including India and Africa. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio, including 4G/5G mobile broadband, Airtel Xstream Fiber, digital entertainment, streaming services, and financial services. Airtel has been at the forefront of delivering high-speed and reliable connectivity to millions of customers across urban and rural India.
This partnership with SpaceX’s Starlink further strengthens Airtel’s mission to deliver robust digital connectivity, ensuring that even the most remote regions have access to high-speed internet services.
Disclaimer: The article is for informational purposes only and not investment advice.