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Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) is reportedly poised to secure a major contract to provide satellite internet services for Australia’s National Broadband Network (NBN), surpassing Elon Musk’s Starlink. According to the Australian Financial Review (AFR), Amazon’s Kuiper satellite network has been selected to replace NBN’s aging Sky Muster service, which relies on two geostationary satellites set for decommissioning by 2032.
The agreement, marking NBN’s first long-term outsourcing of satellite services, is pending approval from Australia’s Finance Minister Katy Gallagher and Communications Minister Michelle Rowland. However, with Australia’s upcoming federal election, the decision could face delays due to the government entering caretaker mode.
NBN CEO Ellie Sweeney recently told a Senate committee that procurement efforts were well underway but did not confirm specific providers under consideration. Amazon previously announced that Australia would be among the first to access its Kuiper low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite network, expected to launch in 2026.
NBN’s shift to a third-party LEO satellite provider aims to enhance internet speeds and lower costs for rural and regional users. The transition from Sky Muster to Kuiper is expected to significantly improve broadband accessibility across Australia, ensuring more reliable connectivity.
The deal would position Amazon as a key player in Australia’s satellite broadband sector, intensifying competition with Starlink. While contracts are yet to be finalized, the decision underscores NBN’s commitment to modernizing its infrastructure with advanced satellite technology.
