Elon Musk's Starlink Establishes Mumbai Office to Launch Satellite Broadband in India
Starlink, Elon Musk’s satellite internet company, has leased a 1,294 sq. ft. office in Mumbai’s Chandivali, marking its first major step toward launching satellite broadband services in India.
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The furnished office will be used by Starlink's legal team, according to a person familiar with the company’s plans, who requested anonymity. The team is expected to move into the office in November. Before this, Starlink had temporarily taken up a few seats in a co-working center in Powai nearby.
The lease, valid for a five-year period, began on October 14, as per documents accessed by the real estate data platform Propstack. The property, developed by city builder Kanakia Spaces Realty Pvt Ltd, has been strata-sold to multiple individuals. Starlink leased the space from one of these owners, Nikunj Sheth, for a monthly rent of around ₹3.52 lakh, with a deposit of ₹31.7 lakh. The lease includes a 5% annual rent escalation and a three-month notice period for moving out.
Strata sales in office buildings occur when a developer or owner sells the property to individuals or companies instead of leasing it. Starlink’s decision to lease the space on a trial basis reflects the company’s flexibility and strategic approach to setting up its operations in India.
Starlink plans to establish nine gateway earth stations across India, in cities such as Mumbai, Noida, Kolkata, Chandigarh, and Lucknow, ahead of its satellite communication services launch in the country. “Mumbai will play a strategic role for Starlink’s India operations as they push high-speed satellite connectivity,” said Raja Seetharaman, co-founder of Propstack. “This could potentially transform connectivity for millions by overcoming the limitations of fiber and mobile networks.”
Starlink is putting in place the necessary infrastructure to start its satellite internet services in India. The company will compete with other players like Eutelsat OneWeb and Jio Satellite, who have also received government clearance to start satellite internet services. These companies are awaiting the allocation of spectrum for satellite broadband, which is currently being worked on by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) and the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (Trai).
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Starlink choose Mumbai as its hub in India?
Mumbai was chosen for its strategic location and potential to serve as a central hub for Starlink's operations in India, facilitating the rollout of high-speed satellite connectivity.
What is the size and location of Starlink's leased office in Mumbai?
Starlink has leased a 1,294 sq. ft. office on the ground floor of the Boomerang commercial complex in suburban Chandivali, Mumbai.
How long is the lease agreement for the office in Chandivali?
The lease agreement for the office in Chandivali is valid for a five-year period, starting from October 14, with a 5% annual rent escalation and a three-month notice period.
What are Starlink's plans for gateway earth stations in India?
Starlink plans to establish nine gateway earth stations across India, in cities such as Mumbai, Noida, Kolkata, Chandigarh, and Lucknow, to support its satellite communication services launch.
Who are the competitors of Starlink in the Indian satellite internet market?
Starlink will compete with other players like Eutelsat OneWeb and Jio Satellite, who have also received government clearance to start satellite internet services in India.
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