Lynk Global and Omnispace announced plans to merge to deliver a comprehensive direct-to-device D2D connectivity solution, bridging the gap between today's satellite and terrestrial networks. Following the merger, SES will become a major strategic shareholder, facilitating a robust deployment of D2D and IoT services for mobile network operator MNO, enterprise and government customers as part of a multi-orbit, multi-spectrum network architecture.
The combined entity will leverage Omnispace's 60 MHz of globally coordinated S-band spectrum and its high-priority filings with the International Telecommunication Union ITU, optimized for D2D services. Omnispace's licensed mobile satellite spectrum is compliant with 3GPP standards for non-terrestrial networks NTN, and adheres to national regulatory frameworks. It includes the largest S-band market access footprint, reaching over 1 billion people across the Americas, Europe, Africa and Asia. This foundation enables accelerated global deployment and scalable service delivery.
The combination will benefit from Lynk's patented, proven, low-cost, multi-spectrum satellite technology platform. Lynk's technology enables backward compatible satellite-delivered mobile voice and messaging services to more than 7 billion smartphones and IoT devices and will leverage the S-band to offer a step-change in its data, voice and messaging services to new smart phones and IoT devices, including automotive platforms. Lynk's relationships with over 50 MNO customers across more than 50 countries will see significant benefit from the enhanced D2D offering.
