UNIVITY and Telkomsat to Explore VLEO and D2D Satellite Connectivity for Indonesia
UNIVITY and Indonesia's national satellite operator Telkomsat have signed a memorandum of understanding to explore future satellite connectivity opportunities, including Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO) systems, hybrid multi-orbit networks and direct-to-device (D2D) services.
The companies will assess how UNIVITY's planned VLEO architecture could complement Telkomsat's existing geostationary satellite network to support enterprise, mobility and rural connectivity across Indonesia's vast archipelago. The collaboration will also examine hybrid architectures designed to improve resilience while extending coverage into underserved regions.
A key area of exploration is the development of sovereign satellite connectivity, with nationally hosted ground infrastructure interfacing with future VLEO constellations. The partners said this could support government and national security applications alongside commercial telecommunications services.
The agreement reflects growing industry interest in combining multiple satellite orbits with terrestrial mobile networks, as operators look to extend coverage and improve network resilience without replacing existing infrastructure. For Indonesia, where geography presents significant connectivity challenges, hybrid satellite architectures could play an increasingly important role in expanding nationwide digital access.