Mergers & AcquisitionsMedium•4 November 2026•
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Globalstar Files FCC Inquiry Over Rocket Lab's Acquisition of Iridium
Key Facts
1Globalstar filed an inquiry with the FCC to examine the impact of Rocket Lab's pending acquisition of Iridium.
2Globalstar's concerns relate to Rocket Lab's role as a supplier to the company following the acquisition.
Globalstar filed an inquiry with the FCC to examine the impact of Rocket Lab's pending acquisition of Iridium. Benzinga reported that Globalstar's concerns relate to Rocket Lab's role as a supplier to the company following the acquisition, as Globalstar seeks to protect its supply chain interests while its supplier moves to acquire a direct competitor.
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