​As a result, the telecoms giant aims to provide mobile services in underserved areas.

​The service will operate exclusively on Starlink’s Mobile Satellite Service (MSS) spectrum, with future compatible smartphones connecting directly to Starlink satellites, automatically switching to the satellite network when terrestrial signals are unavailable.

​With services expected to launch in early 2028, users will be able to access data, video, voice and text messaging.

​The move will also support DT’s network in emergencies, such as natural disasters or extended power outages, allowing customers to stay connected, the company revealed.

​Deutsche Telekom, board member for product and technology, Abdu Mudesir, said: “We provide our customers with the best mobile network. And we continue to invest heavily in expanding our infrastructure.

​“At the same time, there are regions where expansion is especially complex due to topographical conditions or official constraints. We want to ensure reliable connectivity for our customers in those areas as well. That is why we are strategically complementing our network with satellite-to-mobile connectivity. For us, it is clear: connectivity creates security and trust. And we deliver. Everywhere.”​

Starlink VP of sales, Stephanie Bednarek, added: “We’re so pleased to bring reliable satellite-to-mobile connectivity to millions of people across 10 countries in partnership with Deutsche Telekom.

​“This agreement will be the first-of-its-kind in Europe to launch Starlink’s V2 next-generation technology that will expand on data, voice and messaging by providing broadband directly to mobile phones.“