With DoT nod, Starlink to begin infra investments

Following the receipt of a letter of intent (LoI) from the department of telecommunications (DoT), SpaceX, the parent company of satellite Internet provider Starlink, will start the process of making investments in the satellite communication (satcom) infrastructure, sources familiar with the matter said.

With the LoI in hand, SpaceX is now permitted to begin constructing ground infrastructure, including earth stations and gateways, which are vital to supporting satellite-based broadband services. These facilities act as communication hubs that connect the orbiting Starlink satellites to the terrestrial Internet network, enabling high-speed Internet access across wide areas, including remote and underserved regions.