Satellite internet service developed by Elon Musk makes major strides across Ireland

However, despite the rising need for high-speed broadband amid an era of remote work and increased digitisation, Starlink may not be the answer to rural Ireland’s problems, writes Emer Walsh

Given Elon Musk’s position, Starlink is unlikely to soar in either Canada or the US. Photo: ODD Andersen/AFP via Getty Images

Starlink, the first-of-its-kind satellite internet service developed by Trump ally and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, has been making significant inroads across Ireland.

The growing technology offers high-speed connectivity using a satellite network, making it more easily accessible across areas like rural Ireland than the offerings of many mainstream competitors. This has led to increasing demand for the product in places like West Cork, Kerry, and the West of Ireland.