Anna Hartz
Greenland Strengthens Internet Links Without U.S. Help
In today’s world, internet access is essential for education, health, and safety.
Yet, many people in East and North Greenland still struggle with slow or unreliable connections. That is about to change.
Faster and More Stable
Greenland’s national telecom company, Tusass, has signed a new agreement with the French company Eutelsat to provide satellite internet through OneWeb, reports Danish News Media DR.
These satellites will bring faster and more stable coverage to towns and settlements that do not have underwater cables or radio links.
Closing the Gap
Tusass director Toke Binzer said the new service will improve life in remote areas such as Tasiilaq, Ittoqqortoormiit, and Qaanaaq.
He explained that customers in these regions have waited too long for reliable service. The goal is to close that gap and bring them online at a much higher standard.
An Improvement
Eutelsat is a major player in global satellite communications. Its OneWeb satellites orbit closer to Earth than traditional ones, which allows for faster and more reliable signals.
The company says the partnership will help connect isolated communities, support critical infrastructure, and improve maritime safety and rescue operations.
The first area to benefit will be Tasiilaq, which is expected to gain access before the end of the year. Other communities will follow as Tusass expands the network.
Starlink Was Considered
Tusass had also been in talks with Starlink, owned by Elon Musk, but chose to continue working with Eutelsat.
Binzer said it was not about which company was better, but about trust and long-term cooperation. Tusass already works with Eutelsat and knows their systems well.
Maintaining Greenlandic Control
Some Greenlandic politicians have warned that the country must keep control of its telecom infrastructure.
They fear that opening the market to foreign providers could threaten national security. For now, Tusass remains the sole provider of telecommunications in Greenland.
Binzer said the company will keep an open mind for future partnerships, but the priority remains clear. Greenland’s communication systems must stay under Greenlandic control.
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