Asger Risom
Ukraine will become the first European country to offer Starlink mobile services.
The rollout, led by Kyivstar and SpaceX, marks a major step in the country’s digital resilience.
Ukraine will become the first European country to offer Starlink mobile services.
The rollout, led by Kyivstar and SpaceX, marks a major step in the country’s digital resilience.
Kyivstar to Lead Europe’s First Starlink Rollout
Ukraine’s top telecom operator will pioneer satellite-to-cell services, expanding mobile access amid ongoing infrastructure challenges.
Messaging Services Arrive by Year-End
WhatsApp, Signal, and other apps will be supported via satellite messaging starting late 2024, reaching users without ground networks.
How Direct-to-Cell Technology Works
Starlink satellites act like mobile towers in orbit, sending signals straight to phones without needing nearby cell infrastructure.
Full Mobile Internet Coming Mid-2026
Broadband data and voice services are set to follow in mid-2026, giving users full mobile access even in blackout zones.
U.S. and Ukraine: Parallel Expansions
T-Mobile begins similar Starlink-powered services in October 2025, with Ukraine launching its version shortly after.
Tech Meets Recovery Strategy
Kyivstar’s CEO shared the rollout plan in Rome, seeking new global partnerships to boost Ukraine’s post-war economy.
Kyivstar Eyes U.S. Stock Market Listing
A NASDAQ debut is targeted for Q3 2025, potentially marking the first wartime listing of a Ukrainian company.
