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Iridium Extends Constellation Lifespan to 2035 Amidst Rising Starlink Competition

In response to the competitive pressure from Starlink, Iridium Communications Inc. has announced a five-year extension of its satellite constellation's operational life, now lasting until at least 2035.

Discovered 2024-02-15T13:03:32.068050-08:00 | 2024-02-15T13:03:32.068050-08:00

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