Tata Group's Nelco and Eutelsat Partner for OneWeb LEO Satellite Connectivity

Tata Group’s Nelco has entered into an agreement with French satellite services provider Eutelsat to deliver OneWeb Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity across India. Under this arrangement, Nelco will collaborate with OneWeb India Communications, Eutelsat’s local entity, to offer secure, low-latency connectivity nationwide.

Coverage and Service Rollout

Nelco stated that the service network will span India’s borders, territorial waters, and remote locations, catering to secure government and enterprise applications. These capabilities aim to bolster the country’s digital infrastructure, enhance national security, and ensure dependable connectivity in underserved regions. The services will commence once OneWeb’s commercial LEO operations in India are launched.

Industry Context and Global Positioning

PJ Nath, managing director (MD) and chief executive officer (CEO) of Nelco, said, “This partnership marks a significant step in enabling reliable, secure, and high-speed communication solutions based on LEO services for critical sectors across land, sea, and air. 

OneWeb, backed by Bharti Enterprises, merged with Eutelsat in 2023, creating the world’s 2nd-largest satellite operator with 669 satellites in orbit. In July, the UK government committed €163 million to Eutelsat via a reserved capital increase, while Bharti Space Limited pledged to raise its investment to €150 million. 

The deal comes amid growing competition in India’s satellite internet sector, following the Centre’s approval for Elon Musk’s Starlink to operate in the country, which currently runs a network of over 7,600 LEO satellites globally.

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NELCO Share Price Performance 

As of August 12, 2025, at 12:10 PM, NELCO share price is trading at ₹856.30 per share, reflecting a surge of 0.63%. Over the past month, the stock has declined by 2.48%. The stock's 52-week high stands at ₹1,502.75 per share, while its low is ₹706.95 per share.

Conclusion 

Tata Group’s Nelco will deliver OneWeb LEO satellite services in India, enhancing secure, high-speed connectivity for government, enterprise, and remote areas. The move strengthens India’s digital ecosystem amid rising satellite internet competition.

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