China has successfully deployed its fifteenth cluster of low-orbit internet satellites in a landmark launch operation conducted Tuesday morning. The mission originated from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in Shanxi Province at precisely 6:11 am Beijing Time (2211 GMT Monday).
A modified Long March-6 carrier rocket propelled the latest satellite constellation into predetermined orbit, marking another significant advancement in China’s ambitious space-based internet infrastructure project. This deployment represents the 613th flight mission within the Long March rocket family’s operational history, underscoring China’s growing capabilities in space technology and telecommunications.
The newly launched satellites will join an expanding network designed to provide global internet coverage from low Earth orbit. This strategic initiative aims to deliver high-speed connectivity to remote and underserved regions worldwide while enhancing China’s technological presence in the increasingly competitive space communications sector.
Space industry analysts note that this consistent deployment rhythm demonstrates China’s methodical approach to building critical space infrastructure. The successful mission further solidifies China’s position as a major player in the global race to develop next-generation satellite internet services, competing with other international satellite constellations currently under development.