Non-geostationary orbiting (NGSO) satellite systems are a way of delivering broadband services from space using a constellation of satellites in a low or medium Earth orbit. These satellite systems have the potential to deliver higher speeds and lower latency services.
Ofcom received an application from Amazon Kuiper UK Limited (Kuiper) for an NGSO gateway licence in the Ka band in Bude, Cornwall, to connect to its planned NGSO satellite system (also known as Kuiper). Details of this application (reference: “KUIPER-GAT-1”) can be found in the application documents section below. A full list of all NGSO licence applications received can be found under the Applications received section of our website.
Kuiper plans to provide satellite connectivity services to households, business and other potential customers in the UK.
This consultation sets out Ofcom’s proposal to grant an NGSO gateway licence to Kuiper. We are inviting comments on this application and our proposal to grant it by 29 July 2025.
We will consider any responses to this consultation before reaching a final decision on whether to grant a licence to Kuiper.
Responding to this consultation
Please submit responses using the response form no later than 5pm 29 July.