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Shanghai Satellite Internet Action Plan (2027-2030)

上海卫星互联网行动计划(2027-2030)
上海市人民政府·Published 2026-10-27·Checked by 管理员 on 2026-10-27

Shanghai issued a satellite internet action plan covering 2027-2030, setting technical targets including 400 Gbps inter-satellite laser links. The plan calls for deploying onboard AI processing on satellites to reduce reliance on ground stations, and for consumer terminals enabling direct-to-phone satellite connectivity.

What it means for you

  • Satellite payload developers should plan onboard AI processing capability; chip, algorithm and software vendors gain procurement and partnership opportunities
  • Companies in Shanghai's satellite internet supply chain can align R&D roadmaps with the 400 Gbps laser link targets
  • Terminal vendors can plan product roadmaps around direct-to-phone satellite connectivity through 2030
  • What to do

    ProductMap the plan's technical targets and assess how your products align with onboard AI and laser link goals
    FinanceTrack Shanghai satellite internet procurement and support programmes and evaluate participation opportunities
    LegalIf deploying onboard AI, start compliance and export-control assessments early

    Key dates

    2026-10-27Published

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