SK Telink is bringing low-Earth orbit satellite communications to Korea’s road network for the first time in a bid to fortify the nation’s critical infrastructure. Under a deal announced Monday, the satellite communications provider will equip Korea Expressway Corp. with satellite-backed systems designed to ensure uninterrupted connectivity. The highway deployment builds on SK Telink’s recent partnership with Korea Electric Power Corp., extending the company’s satellite communications network from the energy sector directly into public disaster response operations. SK Telink said the project marks the first application of low-Earth orbit satellite communications in Korea’s road and transportation infrastructure. The company has installed mobile Starlink terminals for Korea Expressway Corp. to help maintain communications when terrestrial networks are disrupted by heavy rain, wildfires, earthquakes or other emergencies, or when incidents occur in areas with limited network coverage. Korea Expressway Corp. said it has completed the initial deployment across 10 regional headquarters. The agen
