True Corporation is partnering with GalaxySpace, a leading Chinese LEO satellite internet company, to advance space technology and enhance Thailand’s digital telecommunications infrastructure.
True Corporation and GalaxySpace signed an agreement to jointly study, share knowledge, and develop telecommunications technologies, including LEO satellite broadband, space-based and terrestrial network convergence, and Direct-to-Cell (D2C) satellite communication. The collaboration also covers hardware development, business case analysis, and satellite applications in Thailand.
Manat Manavutiveth, Chief Executive Officer, True Corporation Plc. stated that LEO satellite technology is crucial for global communication advancement. The partnership with GalaxySpace aims to bring cutting-edge innovations to Thai consumers, improve quality of life, boost business competitiveness, and strengthen the digital economy. He emphasized that this initiative will enhance True’s network coverage and ensure equitable access to digital technology, while also empowering Thai businesses.
Xu Ming, Founder, Chairman and CEO, GalaxySpace, said that “We are pleased to establish this strategic partnership with True Corporation, representing another key step in GalaxySpace’s global market exploration of satellite Internet and continued advancement of Low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite technology. As a leading commercial satellite Internet company in China, GalaxySpace has successfully built China’s first LEO satellite broadband communication test constellation–Mini Spider, which has completed multiple groundbreaking validations. In March 2024, we successfully carried out China’s first overseas LEO broadband satellite Internet trials in Thailand with our local partners. Currently, GalaxySpace is accelerating the development and validation of Direct-to-Cell satellite technology.
Thailand offers a dynamic business environment and significant market potential, making it a priority market for us in the ASEAN region. True Corporation, as a leading telecommunications operator in Thailand with extensive service experience, is an ideal partner for us. This collaboration will expedite the research and service validation of Direct-to-Cell satellite technology, promote the innovative applications of LEO satellite Internet in maritime, agriculture, education, and connected vehicles sectors across Thailand and ASEAN, driving industry upgrades.
As a rapidly evolving industry, commercial space is propelling the global economy through rapid innovation and market-driven applications, showcasing immense growth potential and a promising future. We look forward to working closely with True Corporation to integrate satellite and terrestrial networks, invigorating the ASEAN and global communications sectors, contributing to the prosperity of the space industry, global connectivity and sustainable development.”
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