# Despite SpaceX's call to restrict European rivals, Eutelsat's CEO states demand for alternative satellite services from US businesses and the Pentagon remains strong.

*aerospace · news · 2026-04-28 · The Economic Times*

## Key points

- Eutelsat continues to see strong demand from US businesses and the Pentagon despite SpaceX lobbying.
- SpaceX asked the FCC to restrict market access for foreign satellite operators citing EU policy barriers.
- Eutelsat supplies satellite services to the US Department of Defense through a proxy company.
- Eutelsat is negotiating with US entities to host Earth observation and communication payloads on its satellites.

**Companies:** SpaceX, Eutelsat
**Countries:** United States, Luxembourg, France, United Kingdom

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