SpaceX Partners with MTN to Provide Satellite Communications for Government Clients

February 22, 2026
MTN has signed an agreement with SpaceX to become an authorized provider of its satellite connectivity services for government and defense clients, expanding MTN’s secure global communication offerings.

In a press release, MTN Group announced an agreement with SpaceX to become an authorized provider of its satellite connectivity services for government use. The partnership positions MTN to deliver secure and resilient communications through SpaceX’s low Earth orbit satellite network, tailored to the needs of defense and government clients.

MTN will offer specialized communication solutions featuring high-level cryptography, redundancy, and mission-specific support. As part of the agreement, the company is launching a government and defense version of its Rugged Mini Kit, a portable Starlink deployment system designed for rapid setup in remote or critical environments.

The new services are being deployed immediately across MTN’s government and defense portfolio, targeting improved performance and security for operations in demanding global conditions.

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