Amazon is taking a major step deeper into the space internet race. On April 14, the company announced plans to acquire satellite operator Globalstar for $90 per share, valuing the deal at roughly $11.57 billion. The move signals Amazon’s growing urgency to expand beyond traditional ground-based networks and scale up communications services delivered from orbit.
With this acquisition, Amazon would gain direct access to Globalstar’s satellite assets and spectrum resources—two of the most valuable building blocks in space-based connectivity. Satellite spectrum is limited and highly sought after, and controlling it can quickly accelerate the rollout of services that support broadband internet, mobile coverage, and connected devices in areas where towers and cables are impractical or too expensive.
The deal also intensifies the competitive landscape in low-Earth orbit communications, where SpaceX has already moved aggressively to establish a strong lead. By bringing Globalstar under its wing, Amazon strengthens its position in the battle to provide reliable internet access from space, a market expected to grow quickly as demand rises for coverage in remote regions, disaster zones, maritime routes, and underserved communities.
Amazon’s acquisition of Globalstar highlights a broader shift in the tech and telecom world: the next phase of connectivity isn’t just about faster speeds in cities—it’s about expanding coverage everywhere. If completed, this $11.57 billion agreement could help Amazon move faster in delivering satellite-powered internet and mobile connectivity, while increasing pressure on rivals to keep pace in the increasingly crowded space communications sector.
