The Moroccan national telecommunications regulatory authority has initiated a ‘Universal Access’ project to improve availability of internet and telephony services for the whole population regardless of location. For the more remote locations that are situated beyond the range of terrestrial networks a satellite-based solution is required. This is a major initiative of national importance which will see almost 8000 locations installed over the next 4 years. Such a high profile project requires not only satellite and telephony infrastructure but also a whole Pre-Paid business model to underpin the ongoing commercial viability.