TDRA grants Starlink 10-year licence to operate satellite broadband in UAE
The UAE market is gaining significant commercial and strategic importance for Starlink following its receipt of a General Space Services Licence from the Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA), allowing the company to establish, operate and manage a public satellite communications network and provide broadband satellite internet services in the UAE for a period of 10 years.
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The Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) has issued a General Space Services Licence to Starlink, enabling the company to establish, operate and manage a public satellite communications network and provide broadband satellite internet services in the UAE for 10 years.
The licence covers consumers, businesses and government entities, as well as satellite connectivity services for the aviation and maritime sectors. TDRA said the licence is part of its efforts to adopt advanced technologies, expand connectivity options, and strengthen competition, innovation and investment in the telecommunications sector.
Key opportunities under the licence include diverse user access across residential, commercial and institutional customers; aviation and maritime connectivity services; potential applications in energy and logistics sectors; backup connectivity solutions for business continuity; and emergency and crisis management support. The long-term 10-year regulatory framework is intended to support investment planning and position the UAE as a regional hub for satellite connectivity operators.
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Reported by: Gulf News 5 Sept 2026 Read the original ↗ More from Gulf News →
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