Shanghai SpaceSail, a Chinese low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite operator, has conducted a successful test of the satellite internet service in Kazakhstan’s Almaty region. The test, observed by company specialists who traveled to the country, recorded connection speeds of up to 200 Mbps, according to the Kazakh Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry.
The trial demonstrated the strong potential of Shanghai SpaceSail’s technology, which is designed to provide stable, high-speed internet access even in remote and hard-to-reach areas, regions where traditional fiber-optic infrastructure is not feasible due to economic or technical constraints.
Kazakhstan’s partnership with Shanghai SpaceSail aims to address digital inequality by connecting rural schools, healthcare facilities, and critical infrastructure to reliable broadband services. The initiative is expected to significantly expand access to telecommunications and improve the quality of life in underserved communities.
A Kazakh delegation recently visited Shanghai SpaceSail’s headquarters in Shanghai to observe the company’s technological solutions and satellite production process. Shanghai SpaceSail plans to officially begin operations in Kazakhstan in 2026.
The company is currently expanding its global footprint and is reportedly in negotiations with over 30 countries. It aims to have more than 648 satellites in orbit by the end of 2025 and 15,000 by 2030.
