Orbiting Synergies: 2025 Telco and Satellite Operator Partnerships Shaping the Future of Connectivity

The IDC Market Perspective explores the transformative impact of low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellites on the telecom industry, highlighting their role in expanding connectivity to underserved regions, enhancing network resilience, and enabling new business models. Key advancements such as beamforming, inter-satellite links, and direct-to-device capabilities are driving integration with terrestrial networks. "With 2025 marking a pivotal shift to widespread commercial satellite adoption, partnerships between satellite operators and telecom providers are crucial for delivering global, resilient, and ubiquitous connectivity," said Ahmad Latif Ali, associate VP at IDC.