卫星通信将在更多领域落地！“宇宙级”大机遇来了

Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has issued guidelines to optimize business access and promote the development of the satellite communication industry, aiming to stimulate commercial space innovation and enhance high-quality development in related sectors [1] Group 1: Satellite Communication Development - Satellite communication allows direct connection without the need for ground base stations, enabling services like phone calls and messaging in areas lacking mobile network coverage [1] - As of September 2023, China Telecom has opened satellite direct connection services for mobile phones and vehicles, with nearly 3 million users of the Tian Tong satellite [3] - In July 2023, the monthly call minutes for the Tian Tong satellite exceeded 1 million, with 35 models of satellite direct connection phones launched, totaling over 23 million units shipped [5] - The MIIT has granted China Unicom a satellite mobile communication business license, with China Mobile's license expected soon, indicating an expansion of direct satellite services to a broader user base [6] Group 2: Integration with Ground Communication - Future developments in satellite communication are expected to integrate with ground mobile communication, expanding applications across various industries, including mobile phones, vehicles, and drones [8] Group 3: Satellite Internet Launches - China has planned to launch over 10,000 satellites to provide global network services, with recent successful launches of multiple low-orbit internet satellites [9] - The Long March 8 rocket has demonstrated high-density launch capabilities, with plans for five more launches before the Lunar New Year [14] - The industry is currently developing new rockets to meet the demand for launching thousands of low-orbit satellites, with several new rocket designs expected to achieve their first flights by the end of 2025 [20][24]