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Eutelsat maps FCC path for separate 528-satellite LEO “Eutelsat Next” constellation beyond OneWeb

FCC filings show Eutelsat is planning a new low Earth orbit broadband constellation, dubbed “Eutelsat Next,” targeting 528 satellites and operating separately from OneWeb. The proposal signals Eutelsat is pursuing an additional constellation architecture rather than treating OneWeb’s fleet as the only growth vector.

Discovered 2026-07-23T22:49:30.783212-07:00 | 2026-07-23T22:49:30.783212-07:00

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  • Eutelsat’s plan for a second, separate 528-satellite LEO system extends beyond the current OneWeb pathway and raises questions about near-term capacity, network design, and service differentiation.
  • FCC filing details provide a regulatory milestone for Eutelsat’s next constellation buildout, shaping what spectrum/operational parameters the company may pursue.
  • This development follows earlier Eutelsat FCC documentation tied to its Airbus Defence and Space OneWeb satellite order, suggesting the broader program may not be a single uninterrupted deployment source:f868edcb-fafb-4eb1-bc60-6674b3293b0f.

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