Elveo Mobile Partners with Apex to Accelerate Spacecraft Production

Elveo Mobile and Apex have partnered to establish and scale the production of spacecraft platforms for Elveo's direct-to-device (D2D) constellation. The collaboration aims to accelerate the deployment of Elveo's low-Earth orbit (LEO) network, providing reliable, next-generation connectivity directly from satellites to smartphones, IoT devices, and machines worldwide.

Elveo Mobile, a leading provider of non-terrestrial mobile connectivity, will leverage Apex's Factory X model to rapidly establish its first satellite production facility in the United States. This partnership will enable Elveo to build the technical expertise needed to manufacture spacecraft platforms globally, with plans to expand into Europe and Asia through regional partners. The goal is to create a truly global supply chain for Elveo's LEO network.

Ian Cinnamon, Co-Founder and CEO of Apex, added, "Working with Elveo is a perfect example of how Apex's model can help accelerate the deployment of proliferated LEO constellations. By partnering to stand up a dedicated production facility, we're leveraging Apex's deep expertise in mass manufacturing spacecraft platforms to deploy Elveo's constellation years ahead of traditional bus supplier timelines."

Elveo's network will feature patented satellite technology compliant with 3GPP non-terrestrial networks (NTN) standards. The payload includes advanced on-board processing and networking, enabling the network to rapidly adapt, iterate, and grow to meet the evolving needs of mobile network operators (MNOs). The partnership between Elveo and Apex is expected to significantly reduce the time to market for Elveo's D2D constellation, positioning the company to become a leader in the global mobile connectivity market.

The partnership between Elveo and Apex underscores the growing importance of satellite-based connectivity in a world increasingly dependent on mobile technology. As the demand for reliable and high-speed internet access continues to rise, companies like Elveo and Apex are working to meet this demand by leveraging advanced satellite technology and innovative manufacturing processes.