Geely's Satellite IoT Trial Gets Green Light from China
By Editor • August 21, 2026 • 1 min read
In a significant move for the commercial space industry, China has authorized its inaugural private-sector trial for satellite Internet of Things (IoT) services. This approval comes as part of the nation's initiative to attract private investment into its growing satellite communications market.
The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has officially granted a two-year testing period to Zhejiang Geespace Technology, the space-focused arm of the electric vehicle manufacturer Geely. This landmark decision marks a pivotal step in expanding China's commercial satellite capabilities.
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