Inquiry: Satellite Direct-to-Cell Pilot Program for Northern Ontario Mining Sector

[ShaneFugere]

Hello Bell Community Team,

I am writing to inquire about the upcoming customer trials for the Bell/AST SpaceMobile satellite service.

I am based in Marathon, Ontario, and work extensively in the mining and natural resources sector (specifically focused on projects in the Thunder Bay/North Shore region). Our operations often take us into "dead zones" where traditional cellular coverage is non-existent, making this technology a game-changer for safety and business development.

I am planning to integrate this with a new 2026 Ram truck's connectivity systems and would be very interested in participating as a beta tester or pilot user for the North.

Is there a formal registry or a specific contact for enterprise/industrial users in the mining sector to join the 2026 trials?

Best regards,

Shane Fugere

[WelshTerrier · Accepted solution]

Good Day & Welcome.

Thank you for posting your question. The trial information you are requesting would not normally be posted on this community forum.

There is no formal registry for users at this time.

I can provide you with the details as they are known today.

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Take care.