China has successfully launched its Satellite Internet Low-Orbit Group-04 satellites using a Long March 6A carrier rocket from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center, according to official reports. The satellites entered their predetermined orbits as planned, marking another milestone in the country’s commercial space ambitions.
Industry Experts Weigh In
Gao Chengfei, Director of Guangzhou Tiaoyuan Marketing Consulting, stated: “This successful launch accelerates China’s satellite internet development. With breakthroughs across the value chain – from satellite manufacturing to launch services and ground equipment – China’s commercial space sector is entering a rapid growth phase.”
Commercial Space Industry Gains Momentum
Satellite internet, which creates global communication networks through constellations of orbiting satellites, represents a critical segment of commercial space development. He Jiyong, General Manager of Guangdong Cunchuang Technology, noted China currently focuses on low-earth orbit broadband satellite constellations.
Technological Advantages
Professor Lin Xianping from Zhejiang University City College highlighted key benefits: “Unlike traditional satellite networks, these systems offer wider coverage, lower latency, higher bandwidth and reduced costs. Applications already include IoT, smart cities and emergency communications.”
Policy Support Framework
- 2020: Satellite internet included in “new infrastructure” initiative
- 2024: Seven ministries issued guidelines for future industries including 6G and satellite internet
- 2025: Satellite network coordination management measures implemented
Market Outlook and Challenges
Industry analysts project China’s satellite internet market will reach ¥37.6 billion by 2025. However, Beijing Kefangde Technology’s Zhang Xinyuan noted challenges: “We still lag in launch costs and mass production capabilities compared to international leaders, while orbital slot competition intensifies.”
Long-Term Applications
Zhan Junhao, partner at Fuzhou Gongsunce PR Consulting, predicted: “Beyond basic networking, applications will expand to marine operations, ecological monitoring and agriculture, eventually integrating with 5G/6G to create global space-ground networks.”
Industry Players Ramp Up Activities
Market interest continues growing, with eight satellite internet-related companies receiving institutional research visits in the past month. Key developments include:
Company Updates
- HaiGe Communications: Participating in national satellite internet projects with multiple successful in-orbit tests
- China Spacesat: Providing products/services for domestic LEO constellation projects while preparing ground applications
- Yaguang Technology: Developing microwave components for satellite communications systems
Expert Recommendations
E-commerce expert Guo Tao advised industry players to increase R&D investment, strengthen supply chain collaboration, and strategically plan for orbital resource allocation to enhance global competitiveness.
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