Exclusive-Starlink has asked Italy for access to more spectrum, sources say


FILE PHOTO: The SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying Starlink satellites is seen over Sebastian Inlet after launching from Cape Canaveral, Florida, U.S., February 26, 2025. REUTERS/Sam Wolfe/File Photo

MILAN (Reuters) - Elon Musk's space-based internet operator Starlink is trying to acquire more spectrum in Italy, two sources told Reuters, as Rome says it is waiting for the European Union to reach a common stance on the matter.

Starlink applied to the Italian authorities for access to E-band spectrum to boost communications between its three ground stations in Italy and its satellite network two years ago, the two sources familiar with the matter told Reuters.

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