Blue Origin has revealed plans for TeraWave, a new satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical global data capacity reaching up to 6 terabits per second. The system targets large scale connectivity needs rather than consumer broadband.
Developed by the company founded by Jeff Bezos, TeraWave focuses on enterprises, data centers and government agencies that require reliable, ultra high throughput links. It aims to act as a space based extension of terrestrial fiber infrastructure.
TeraWave Constellation Overview
- Around 5,408 satellites operating across low Earth orbit and medium Earth orbit
- Optical inter satellite links for high capacity data transfer
- Designed for fixed site and backbone connectivity rather than mobile users
Satellite networks are increasingly splitting into distinct use cases, with enterprise focused systems emphasizing backbone capacity while others prioritize access expansion. Consumer oriented platforms such as Starlink internet illustrate how low Earth orbit constellations address connectivity gaps in remote regions. TeraWave, by contrast, is positioned as a fiber class extension for large scale institutional traffic.
Orbit Architecture and Capacity
| Orbit type | Satellite count | Key capability |
| LEO | 5,280 | Up to 144 Gbps access using Q/V band links |
| MEO | 128 | Bidirectional connections scaling to 6 Tbps |
This multi orbit design allows TeraWave to connect global hubs with distributed sites, including regions where fiber rollout is slow or expensive. Blue Origin says enterprise grade terminals can integrate with existing infrastructure to add redundancy and route diversity.
Deployment is scheduled to begin in Q4 2027, with the network expected to serve tens of thousands to roughly 100,000 customers. While the move places Blue Origin alongside SpaceX and its Starlink network, TeraWave clearly targets high capacity enterprise connectivity rather than mass market internet access.
