Rogers Communications Inc. is partnering with SpaceX and Lynk Global to deliver satellite-to-phone connectivity across Canada and bolster coverage in remote regions.
The Toronto-based company announced at its annual general meeting on Wednesday the moves are aimed at widening coverage for Rogers customers in areas that aren’t served by traditional wireless networks.
Rogers and SpaceX plan to use the latter’s Starlink low-earth orbit satellites and Rogers’ national wireless spectrum to offer satellite-to-phone technology in Canada.
The companies plan to start with satellite coverage for SMS text and will eventually provide voice and data access across areas such as national parks and rural highways
