Actelis Wins U.S. Air Force Pilot with 85% Cost Savings Over SpaceX’s StarShield
Event summary
- Actelis’ hybrid-fiber Ethernet technology deployed in a U.S. Air Force pilot, generating over 85% cost savings compared to SpaceX’s StarShield and 5G.
- The solution supports mission-critical sensors in remote environments without requiring new infrastructure buildouts.
- U.S. Air Force evaluated multiple connectivity options, including satellite-based solutions, and selected Actelis’ technology for its economic and deployment advantages.
- Actelis’ technology leverages existing copper and fiber assets, avoiding costly trenching or new construction.
The big picture
Actelis’ successful pilot with the U.S. Air Force highlights a strategic shift towards cost-effective, rapid-deployment networking solutions in defense. The deployment aligns with broader Department of Defense priorities to modernize installation communications infrastructure, emphasizing resiliency and adaptability in real-time operations across multiple domains. This success positions Actelis as a key player in the defense networking market, particularly as agencies accelerate investments in resilient and adaptive infrastructure.
What we're watching
- Defense Modernization
- How Actelis’ success in this pilot will influence broader U.S. Department of Defense infrastructure modernization efforts, particularly under the Air Force’s Base Infrastructure Modernization initiative with a $12.5 billion contract ceiling.
- Competitive Positioning
- Whether Actelis can sustain its competitive edge against satellite-based solutions like SpaceX’s StarShield in future defense contracts, given the emphasis on cost and operational flexibility.
- Market Expansion
- The pace at which Actelis can expand its role in the evolving defense networking market, leveraging its certification for secure military environments and inclusion on the DoDIN Approved Products List.
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