Ukraine Prepares to Launch Its Own Starlink Alternative in $1.1B Satellite Project

Ukraine is launching a $1.1B sovereign satellite constellation (UASAT) with Danish partner GomSpace, deploying 120 satellites by 2027 and a full 360-satellite network by 2030 to reduce dependence on foreign services like Starlink and harden communications against electronic warfare. The project includes a domestic satellite manufacturing facility and is designed to serve Ukraine's Defence Forces and critical infrastructure first.

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