Jeff Bezos’s space firm, Blue Origin, has announced plans to launch a high-capacity satellite network capable of delivering data speeds that rival the world’s fastest ground-based fibre optics.
The system, named TeraWave, is designed to provide global connectivity with total throughput reaching a staggering 6 Terabits per second (Tbps).
Unlike existing consumer-focused satellite internet services, Blue Origin’s new venture is “purpose-built” for heavy-duty users, including data centres, government agencies, and major corporations.
The Kent-based company has today revealed that the TeraWave architecture will consist of 5,408 satellites.
In a departure from simpler networks, this fleet will be split across two different altitudes , mainly: on Low Earth Orbit (LEO) where a massive constellation of 5,280 satellites will provide “last-mile” connectivity and at Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) which will be a backbone of 128 satellites focused on high-speed optical links.
By using this multi-orbit design, the firm aims to provide “route diversity,” offering a reliable backup for global hubs in areas where traditional fibre paths are either too slow to deploy or technically impossible to build.
One of the most significant claims made by Blue Origin is the promise of symmetrical data speeds—meaning upload and download speeds are equally fast. This is a critical requirement for businesses handling massive cloud backups or real-time data processing.
Under the current technical specifications, individual enterprise customers could access speeds of up to 144 Gbps via Q/V-band radio links. Meanwhile, the MEO satellites will act as the network’s super-highway, capable of shifting up to 6 Tbps via advanced optical (laser) interconnects.
The company stated that the system is intended for “enterprise-grade” users who require rapid scalability and network resilience, particularly in remote and suburban areas.
The move signals an escalation in the “space race” for data dominance, as Blue Origin seeks to capture the lucrative high-end market currently served by terrestrial telecoms.
“TeraWave provides both point-to-point connectivity and enterprise-grade internet access,” the company stated on its official website. “It enables customers to choose throughput and physical presence in response to changes in their needs.”
While the technology is being unveiled today, potential users will have to wait a little longer for the service to go live.
Blue Origin confirmed that the first phase of the TeraWave constellation deployment is scheduled to begin in the fourth quarter of 2027.