Analysis of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites: implications for Australia’s agriculture and mining sectors

Recent analysis has explored the potential economic impacts of increased connectivity from Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites for the agriculture and mining sectors.

LEO satellites are an emerging technology that will provide faster and more reliable communications for users outside of fixed and mobile broadband coverage, particularly those in remote and rural areas, promoting a range of economic and social benefits.

The report shows that Australia is an attractive market for LEO satellites.

Australia’s agriculture and mining sectors have significant presence in regional areas and could leverage increased connectivity from LEO satellites for the increased adoption of Internet of Things (IoT) and other digital technologies. The increased use of these technologies could provide these sectors with improved productivity in their operations as well as health and environmental benefits.