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MTN Partners with SpaceX for Government Defense Communications

In a landmark deal announced on February 18, 2026, MTN Satellite Communications has partnered with SpaceX to act as an authorized provider of governmental satellite communication services. This groundbreaking agreement enables MTN to deliver highly secure, mission-critical communications by leveraging SpaceX's advanced low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite ecosystem, specifically developed for the rigorous demands of government and defense clients.

The decision to form this partnership comes in response to a growing need for high-security global connectivity, particularly from clients in the defense, governmental, and energy sectors. Scott Davis, President and CEO of MTN Government Solutions, emphasized that the integration of SpaceX's specialized satellite capabilities positions MTN uniquely in the market. He noted, "Our aerospace, defense, and government customers demand connectivity that is not only rapid and global but also 100% secure and highly resilient. This move allows us to provide communications that meet the highest levels of security, ensuring crucial mission continuity whether at sea or in remote locations worldwide."

As one of the few authorized vendors in this field, MTN is set to deliver a distinctive, high-quality solution equipped with advanced security features that surpass standard commercial encryption. These features include:

• - Enhanced Security Protocols: MTN's offerings will incorporate state-of-the-art encryption mechanisms that are necessary for handling classified and sensitive data, significantly exceeding commercial encryption standards.
• - Resilience and Redundancy: By utilizing a broad LEO satellite constellation, the communication services will feature built-in failover mechanisms, ensuring secure global communication even in challenging environments.
• - Tailored Mission Support: MTN will provide access to SpaceX’s modular satellite design and specific user equipment crafted for government and military applications. This includes earth observation and secure command and control capabilities.

In conjunction with this new arrangement, MTN plans to launch a specialized version of its MTN Rugged Mini Kit. This portable Starlink complete system will be optimized for government and defense operations. This advancement builds upon MTN's recent innovations, such as the introduction of StarEdge Horizon, a layer-2-based private network designed for corporate use via the commercial Starlink constellation. The collaboration between MTN and SpaceX’s ecosystem will enhance these capabilities by ensuring military-grade security and reliability necessary for sensitive governmental applications.

Starting immediately, the new services will be integrated into MTN's government and defense portfolio, providing immediate performance and security enhancements to clients operating in the most critical environments worldwide.

About MTN

MTN is a premier network operator that integrates speed, security, and reliability for global missions, providing resilient, fully managed connectivity for essential systems and remote teams in sectors such as maritime, energy, government, and business. Headquartered in Florida, with branches across Europe, the Middle East, and South America, MTN excels in facilitating swift deployments and top-notch service anywhere.

Through collaborations with significant mobile and satellite communication service providers, MTN has pioneered convergent connectivity solutions globally, integrating 5G/LTE and high-throughput satellite networks alongside cutting-edge low Earth orbit constellations such as Starlink. For more information, visit www.mtnsat.com.