10 June 2025
Eutelsat Group and Orange have announced a multi-year agreement that enables the telecom giant to leverage the Eutelsat OneWeb constellation to offer low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity services to enterprise and government customers worldwide, with a focus on Africa and the Middle East.
According to Eutelsat, Orange’s strategic investment aims to enhance its satellite service offerings by providing high-throughput, low-latency, resilient, and sovereign connectivity solutions. These services are designed to ensure reliable communication regardless of location, supporting global mobile backhauling and bridging connectivity gaps in underserved and remote areas.
By integrating OneWeb’s satellite coverage with its terrestrial networks, Orange plans to deliver seamless connectivity, improve security, and support its broader digital inclusion strategy. This approach will enable businesses and governments to access critical services even in the most challenging environments.
“It is of strategic importance for Orange to invest in the unique LEO European solution that provides resilient, tailored, and sovereign digital connectivity services to serve our customers wherever they are located. Our collaboration with Eutelsat for OneWeb services is vital to supporting their digital transformation,” said Jean Louis Le Roux, EVP of Orange International Networks.
“We are pleased to strengthen our relationship with Orange and look forward to supporting their ambitious goal of delivering premium, ubiquitous connectivity. LEO-enabled services are quickly becoming essential for global telco operators seeking reliable and flexible connectivity solutions,” said Cyril Dujardin, President of Eutelsat’s Connectivity Business Unit.
This collaboration underscores the growing importance of LEO satellite technology in expanding digital access and enhancing connectivity resilience for enterprises and governments around the world.
