Geespace, the aerospace arm of Geely Holding, has successfully launched 11 new satellites into low Earth orbit, to form the fourth orbital plane of the Geely Future Mobility Constellation, also known as GEESATCOM.
The satellites, launched on August 9, bring the total number of its operational satellites to 41.
The satellites are now part of a growing network transforming the automotive experience by delivering ultra-precise positioning, reliable data links, and robust communication tailored for the automotive industry.
GEESATCOM strengthens Geely’s vision of creating an integrated space-earth mobility ecosystem that will boost autonomous driving and connected vehicle experiences.
Support Autonomous Driving
When it completes Phase One by end-2025, Geespace aims to serve over 200mn users globally with a network of 72 satellites to ensure global real-time coverage, including the infrastructure to support autonomous driving, urban air mobility, and vehicle-to-everything (V2X) communication.
This includes vehicles to vehicles (V2V) and vehicles to infrastructure (V2I), and real-time data exchange critical for advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) and fully autonomous driving.
GEESATCOM looks beyond mere connectivity to creating a seamless, always-connected experience for drivers and passengers. Besides autonomous driving enabled by high-precision positioning that allows vehicles to navigate complex environments with accuracy, the satellite network will also boost fleet management.
Satellite Initiative
This satellite initiative dovetails with Geely’s strong commitment to technological innovation. In the first half of 2024, the company increased its R&D investment by almost 18% to RMB 7bn (US$ 0.97bn), supporting its ‘Smart Geely 2025’ strategy and intelligent electrification roadmap.
This level of investment highlights how deeply Geely is integrating advanced connectivity into its vehicle platforms to deliver a smarter, safer experience for drivers, a press statement concluded.
