Apolink, Space Compass, and JSAT International Sign MOU to Explore Multi-Orbit Optical Data Relay Collaboration

Palo Alto, CA/Tokyo/Washington, DC — April 13, 2026　Apolink, Space Compass Corporation, and JSAT International Inc. announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to jointly explore the technical and commercial feasibility of multi-orbit optical data relay services. 

Under the MOU, the three companies will conduct a collaborative study on interconnectivity between Apolink’s low Earth orbit (LEO) data relay network and Space Compass’s GEO based optical data relay service. The study will focus on assessing potential concepts for LEO–GEO optical inter-satellite links, leveraging each party’s complementary capabilities to be later introduced to the market. The MOU is non-binding and reflects the parties’ shared intent to explore future cooperation, including possible demonstrations, subject to further evaluation and mutual agreement.

About Apolink

Apolink is a Palo Alto-based space communications company building a next generation data relay network designed to provide real-time, low latency connectivity for satellites in low Earth orbit. By enabling efficient data aggregation and relay through its hybrid RF-optical inter-satellite link (ISL) architecture, Apolink aims to support scalable and resilient space infrastructure for a wide range of applications.　https://apolink.space

About Space Compass Corporation

Space Compass is a joint venture between NTT, a global Information and Communications Technology (ICT) company, and SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation, Asia's largest satellite operator. The company was established to develop the Space Integrated Computing Network, a new multi-orbital, optical communication-based independent space infrastructure designed to address social challenges.  https://space-compass.com/en/

About JSAT International Inc.

JSAT International Inc. is a wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation, providing GEO satcom services across the Americas and APAC through its Horizons satellite fleet. Beyond satcom, the company serves as the JSAT Group’s U.S. collaboration hub, supporting partnerships and strategic investment with innovative space startups and advancing the Group’s expansion into multi-orbit connectivity, Earth observation, space situational awareness (SSA), and optical data relay.　 https://www.jsati.com/

This project is one of the initiatives of space business brand under NTT Group’s "NTT C89" and SKY Perfect JSAT’s “JSAT”.