What Lynk Global does

Lynk Global, Inc. is a privately held satellite telecommunications company founded in 2017 and headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, that provides direct-to-device (D2D) mobile connectivity through a patented 'cell-tower-in-space' low-Earth-orbit (LEO) satellite constellation. The system broadcasts and receives standard 3GPP cellular signals from space, enabling unmodified mobile phones (from feature phones to modern smartphones) and cellular IoT devices to connect without specialized hardware or chipset changes, with seamless handover to terrestrial networks. As of mid-2026, Lynk operates five LEO satellites supporting messaging and emergency alert services in select Pacific markets and is planning a 640-satellite multi-orbit multi-spectrum constellation targeting continuous global service by 2027, contingent on its announced October 2025 merger with Omnispace (which adds 60 MHz of globally coordinated S-band spectrum).

The company's business model is wholesale B2B, selling through direct enterprise contracts with mobile network operators (MNOs) via roaming-style integrations that require no additional MNO capex, supplemented by government/defense contracts (DISA), enterprise critical-infrastructure deals (Anterix 900 MHz), and channel partnerships (notably SES, which also provides Network-as-a-Service and MEO-Relay integration). Lynk holds the world's first FCC commercial license for satellite-direct-to-standard-mobile-phone service (September 2022), a U.S. commercial D2D license modification (April 2025), and an experimental 900 MHz license with Anterix (May 2026), with a reported customer footprint of 50+ MNO partnerships across 50+ countries representing reach into 240M+ mobile subscribers. The company has raised over $85 million in capital, most recently an $85M Series B in February 2025 led by SES and Intelsat, and previously explored a $800M SPAC merger with Slam Corp. that was terminated in June 2025 amid litigation.

Name

Lynk Global

Legal name

Lynk Global, Inc.

Website

https://www.lynk.world

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lynk Global operates a patented LEO satellite constellation providing direct-to-device mobile connectivity to unmodified standard phones, serving mobile network operators, governments, and enterprises across 50+ countries through wholesale B2B agreements.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Satellite Telecommunications

NAICS

Satellite Telecommunications (5174), Satellite Telecommunications (517410)

SIC

Radiotelephone Communications (4812), Communications Services, Nec (4899)

akta.pro primary industry

Direct-to-Device (D2D) / NTN Cellular (Satellite-to-Handset, NB-IoT NTN) (HDAIAJAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Satellite Backhaul & Trunking for Telecom Operators (Cellular Backhaul, Roaming Extension) (HDAIAJAC), Satellite Network Operations & Capacity Services (NOC, Capacity Leasing, Managed Payload Services) (HDAIAJAI), Non-Terrestrial Mobile Network Operators (Satellite-Integrated NTN Mobile) (HDAIAAAJ)

Keywords

• Satellite connectivity services
• Direct-to-device satellite
• Mobile network operators
• LEO satellite constellation
• Satellite-to-phone service

Headquarters

HQ city

Falls Church

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. MNO wholesale connectivity contracts: Lynk signs commercial contracts with mobile network operators (MNOs) covering 50+ countries; MNOs integrate Lynk's satellite coverage into their existing networks via simple roaming-style agreements and resell ubiquitous coverage to their subscribers, generating recurring wholesale revenue.
2. Government and enterprise D2D service contracts: Direct government contracts (e.g., DISA Sat2Phone contract announced April 2024) and enterprise contracts in verticals such as utilities (Anterix 900 MHz), automotive, IoT, and other critical-infrastructure sectors.
3. Channel and Network-as-a-Service partner revenue (e.g., SES): Strategic channel partnerships (notably SES) where Lynk's D2D network is offered to MNOs, governments, and automotive customers as a service; SES provides MEO relay and ground-segment integration, creating NaaS-style revenue flows.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Lynk Global builds, launches, and operates a patented 'cell-tower-in-space' low-Earth-orbit (LEO) satellite constellation that delivers direct-to-device (D2D) satellite connectivity to standard unmodified mobile phones and 3GPP IoT devices. The service is sold wholesale to mobile network operators (MNOs) and government/enterprise customers via roaming-style agreements, providing universal mobile coverage, messaging, voice, and data on the 90% of Earth's surface not covered by terrestrial cell towers.

Product overview

Lynk Global offers a single integrated satellite Direct-to-Device (D2D) connectivity platform anchored on its patented 'cell-tower-in-space' satellite constellation (Lynk Towers). The Cell-Tower-in-Space Satellite Constellation serves as the underlying low-Earth-orbit (LEO) infrastructure that powers the entire service, while the Lynk Global Direct-to-Device (D2D) Satellite Connectivity Platform is the overarching commercial system that integrates this constellation with mobile network operator (MNO) networks to deliver universal mobile coverage. Sitting on top of this core platform, the Sat2Phone Service is the primary commercial application, providing two-way SMS, voice, and light data services to unmodified 3GPP mobile phones through MNO roaming agreements. Complementing the commercial offering, the Emergency Cell Broadcast & Backup Connectivity Service provides critical communications continuity during natural disasters when terrestrial infrastructure is compromised. Together, these products form Lynk's comprehensive D2D ecosystem, with the satellite constellation as the technology foundation and the Sat2Phone and Emergency services as the commercial and humanitarian applications delivered to MNO, enterprise, and government customers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Lynk Global Direct-to-Device (D2D) Satellite Connectivity Platform Lynk's patented, proven, and commercially-licensed direct-to-device system that delivers mobile connectivity through 'cell-tower-in-space' satellites, enabling messaging, voice, and data services on unmodified mobile phones via MNO partnerships across more than 50 countries.
• Cell-Tower-in-Space Satellite Constellation (Lynk Towers)

Quantifiable outcome

• First-ever FCC commercial license for satellite-direct-to-standard-mobile-phone service (Sept 2022)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers18 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• AnterixcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 18 May 2026Anterix (NASDAQ: ATEX) and Lynk Global received FCC approval of an experimental license on May 18, 2026 to explore the integration of Anterix's 900 MHz spectrum and Lynk's satellite D2D network for mission-critical private wireless broadband networks. Tests will span seven U.S. locations across electric/gas utilities, logistics, transportation, pipelines and military bases.
• SESflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 February 2026SES and Lynk Global partnership to create a resilient multi-orbit connectivity system routing traffic from LEO to MEO satellites and into SES's ground stations, combining SES's 120 satellites, teleports and fiber infrastructure with Lynk's LEO technology to provide near real-time voice and mobile data services for mobile network operators, governments, enterprises, and automotive companies.
• OmnispaceflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 October 2025Lynk Global and Omnispace announced plans to merge on October 22, 2025 to deliver a comprehensive direct-to-device (D2D) connectivity solution bridging satellite and terrestrial networks. The combined entity will leverage Omnispace's 60 MHz of globally coordinated S-band spectrum and Lynk's patented multi-spectrum satellite technology platform. Lynk CEO Ramu Potarazu will lead the combined group, targeting continuous global D2D messaging, voice and data services by 2027. Transaction expected to close late 2025 or early 2026.
• PLDT / Smart CommunicationsflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 October 2025PLDT-Smart and Lynk Global completed a field test of direct-to-device satellite communications service in Burgos, Bangui and Pagudpud in Ilocos Norte (Philippines) and earlier in Catanduanes. Master Services Agreement signed October 2025; Smart resells Lynk's D2D service to its subscribers to extend coverage to Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas (GIDAs) and during disasters.
• Rogers CommunicationsflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 2 August 2025Rogers Communications, Canada's top mobile and cable operator, partnered with Lynk Global (alongside Starlink) to deliver satellite-to-mobile text service across Canada. Rogers launched 'Rogers Satellite' as part of a multi-vendor D2D approach, with Lynk supporting planned service expansion.
• Claro (Brazil) / AnatelcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 17 March 2025Claro successfully completed the first tests of direct connection between satellites and smartphones in March 2025, through an Anatel initiative enabling partnerships between mobile operators and satellite operators in Brazil.
• MEO (Portugal)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 3 March 2025Lynk Global and MEO, market-leading telecommunications operator in Portugal, announced the successful demonstration of patented D2D technology in March 2025.
• TPG TelecomflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 29 August 2024TPG Telecom partnered with Lynk Global to eliminate mobile coverage dead zones around Australia, targeting near-100% mobile coverage through Lynk's satellite-direct-to-mobile-phone service.
• Vodafone (Kiribati)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 14 August 2024Lynk paired with Vodafone to bring satellite-to-mobile services to Kiribati (August 2024), extending universal mobile coverage to remote Pacific island markets.
• Globe TelecomcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 26 June 2024Globe and Lynk launched a live pilot program for Sat2Phone service in remote Philippine areas (GIDAs), with successful end-to-end satellite SMS trial in Zambales in September 2024.
• U.S. Government (DISA - Defense Information Systems Agency)flagshipTechnology or Integration · 24 April 2024Lynk announced a Sat2Phone contract with the U.S. Government (DISA) in April 2024 — a 'First of its Kind' agreement, extending Lynk's D2D service to U.S. defense and federal users.
• TurkcellflagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 27 February 2024Lynk Global and Turkcell (NYSE: TKC), Türkiye's largest mobile operator with 40M+ subscribers, signed a contract in February 2024 to bring Sat2Phone services to Türkiye. Lynk successfully demonstrated D2D technology via LEO satellites in Türkiye in March 2025.
• Telefónica Argentina / Telefónica Global SolutionscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 26 February 2024Lynk and Telefónica successfully demonstrated Sat2Phone technology for the first time in Argentina in February 2024 through Telefónica Argentina and Telefónica Global Solutions (TGS).
• Telikom Limited (Papua New Guinea)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 19 January 2024Lynk and Telikom Limited launched initial Sat2Phone service for Telikom subscribers in January 2024 using Lynk's 'cell-towers-in-space'.
• bmobile Solomon Islands LimitedcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 7 November 2023Lynk and bmobile Solomon Islands Limited began Sat2Phone service for bmobile subscribers in November 2023 using Lynk's 'cell-towers-in-space'.
• Vodafone Cook IslandscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 8 August 2023Lynk and Vodafone Cook Islands began initial Sat2Phone service for subscribers in August 2023; Vodafone Cook Islands was the second MNO in the world to launch Lynk's sat2phone technology as a subscriber service.
• 2degrees (New Zealand)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 6 August 20232degrees announced a video of two-way sat-to-phone voice calls in August 2023 — first telco to test voice calling over satellite using everyday smartphones; initial customer trial to start with SMS.
• Palau National Communications Corporation (PNCC)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 21 June 2023Lynk and PNCC, Palau's largest Mobile Network Operator, began initial Sat2Phone service in June 2023. PNCC was the first MNO in the world to launch Lynk's sat2phone technology as a service for their subscribers.
• Vodafone GhanacoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 11 April 2023Lynk and Vodafone Ghana signed a contract in April 2023 bringing satellite-direct-to-standard-phone technology to Ghana to provide 100% mobile coverage.
• OptuscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 21 November 2022Optus and Lynk completed a successful LEO satellite-to-mobile test in November 2022; Optus is Australia's largest and most experienced satellite owner and operator.
• Unitel Group (Mongolia)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 4 November 2021Unitel signed a commercial partnership agreement with Lynk Global in November 2021 enabling subscribers to remain connected everywhere on the planet with ordinary cell phones; Mongolia's market leader covering 80%+ of population.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Direct peers

• AST SpaceMobile: Closest direct competitor to Lynk Global. AST SpaceMobile is building a LEO constellation specifically to connect directly to unmodified standard mobile phones via MNO partnerships, pursuing the same 'cell-tower-in-space' D2D model with tier-1 carrier deals (AT&T, Verizon, Vodafone, Rakuten, Bell Canada).
• Starlink (SpaceX): Direct-to-device satellite-to-handset service via SpaceX's Starlink constellation in partnership with T-Mobile (US) and other MNOs. Competes head-to-head with Lynk for the same MNO D2D channel and benefits from SpaceX's launch cost advantage and existing multi-thousand-satellite fleet.
• Globalstar: Satellite operator whose spectrum and constellation power Apple's iPhone Emergency SOS via satellite and other D2D consumer satellite features. Closely comparable to Lynk as a wholesale satellite capacity provider enabling standard-handset satellite connectivity through a partner (Apple).
• Omnispace: Direct competitor in the satellite D2D space holding 60 MHz of globally coordinated S-band spectrum — and Lynk's announced merger partner (Oct 2025). Pursues the same NTN mobile connectivity use cases and is the most direct strategic counterpart to Lynk.

Broad incumbents

• Iridium Communications: Established LEO satellite operator providing global voice and data services, including the Iridium Certus and Qualcomm Snapdragon Satellite NTN partnership. Operates an existing constellation serving maritime, aviation, government, and IoT with similar universal-coverage positioning to Lynk.
• Viasat: Large incumbent geostationary and now LEO satellite operator serving commercial, government, and consumer broadband markets. Provides adjacent satellite connectivity infrastructure and has publicly pursued direct-to-device/NTN opportunities comparable to Lynk's ambitions.
• EchoStar Corporation: Incumbent satellite operator with substantial MSS spectrum (2 GHz S-band) pursuing direct-to-device and NTN initiatives, including with MDA and other partners. Comparable as a larger, established player with overlapping spectrum and D2D ambitions.
• Inmarsat (Viasat-owned): Established satellite operator providing global mobile satellite services to maritime, aviation, government, and enterprise customers, now part of Viasat. Comparable as an incumbent with overlapping government, defense, and enterprise MNO-style wholesale distribution.

Emerging players

• Skylo Technologies: Emerging NTN service provider that partners with existing GEO/LEO satellite operators to deliver narrowband IoT and messaging connectivity to standard 3GPP devices. Comparable to Lynk as a software/services layer enabling D2D, focused on IoT/messaging rather than voice.
• Bullitt Group: UK-based mobile device maker that launched satellite-connected smartphones using LEO/MSS networks, addressing a similar 'everyday phone anywhere' proposition to Lynk, though via specialized hardware rather than Lynk's unmodified-handset approach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/LynkTheWorld

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds8 records

Investors17 records

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M&A1 record

Investments

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