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Eutelsat CEO says US demand stays strong despite SpaceX bid to squeeze rivals

Technology
Published on 28 April 2026
Eutelsat CEO says US demand stays strong despite SpaceX bid to squeeze rivals

Pentagon customers still want backup from Europe

Eutelsat’s CEO says US demand for alternative satellite services remains firm even as SpaceX pushes to limit European competitors. The company believes US businesses and the Pentagon keep choosing Eutelsat for reliability and redundancy—essential when networks must stay resilient. The signal points to continued market appetite for non-US alternatives in defense and critical communications.

  • Eutelsat CEO claims US demand is holding steady
  • SpaceX’s push targets European satellite competitors
  • Pentagon and US clients want reliability and redundancy
  • Europe’s satellite firms see continued market appetite
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