Bolton Satellite Firm Satworks Creates 100 Jobs

A small satellite installation company in Bolton just landed the contract of a lifetime, and it's creating 100 new jobs in the process.

Satworks, a local business that started in Bolton, secured the official UK installation contract for Amazon Leo, Amazon's upcoming satellite broadband network. The service launches in 2026 and will compete directly with SpaceX's Starlink to bring high-speed internet to remote areas.

"This is a fantastic day for Satworks," said John Sage, the company's Compliance Manager. "Winning the UK installation contract is a landmark moment for our business and a testament to the hard work, experience and commitment of our entire team."

The timing couldn't be better. Satworks already serves as the UK installation partner for Starlink, giving them deep expertise in satellite internet technology. Now they'll be working with both major providers as satellite broadband becomes more accessible to people in rural and underserved communities.

The 100 new positions will allow Satworks to invest in skills training and expand their workforce significantly. For Bolton, this means stable employment opportunities in a growing tech sector that's reshaping how people connect to the internet.

The Ripple Effect

Satworks announced the news during their first family fun day, showing how the company's growth benefits more than just their bottom line. They used the celebration to introduce the CLEOI Standard, a new quality benchmark for satellite installations that could improve service across the entire industry.

The company also raised funds for Bolton Hospice during the event and thanked local partners like Alltrade and Blake UK. Their success is lifting up other local organizations and setting new standards that will help customers everywhere get better satellite internet service.

As satellite broadband expands across the UK, families in areas without reliable internet will finally have options. Students can access online learning, remote workers can stay connected, and entire communities can participate in the digital economy.

"This is an incredibly exciting time for Satworks, but we are only getting started," a company spokesperson said. The future looks bright for Bolton's newest tech success story.