Namibia approves LEO satellite services to boost connectivity
The approval makes Radio Electronic Namibia's first locally licensed LEO satellite provider, bringing advanced global satellite technology to the market through a regulated local model.
The approval makes Radio Electronic Namibia's first locally licensed LEO satellite provider, bringing advanced global satellite technology to the market through a regulated local model.
Scope includes satellite communication services, ground infrastructure and networks, to support sovereign and operational requirements, enhance readiness and ensure continuity of communications under all circumstances.
The UAE Space Agency earned the GPTW certification after meeting required standards through an employee workplace experience survey.
Using the 3GPP Release 17 standard, the partnership enables IoT devices to seamlessly switch between cellular and satellite networks.
The growth is largely attributed to the increasing need for real-time intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance capabilities among defence and security agencies worldwide.
This launch marks the first of a series of missions under a strategic AlgeriaChina agreement designed to strengthen the countrys remote sensing capabilities.
Under the agreement, STC Bahrain will deploy a high-availability network with advanced security and centralised data protection.
Es'hailSat will be showcasing a suite of services anchored by its Tier-4 Teleport facility in Doha.
In each market, Spacecoin will supply the core technology and satellite infrastructure, while local partners manage ground operations and user support.
Amazons Project Kuiper constellation will deliver broadband and mobile satellite connectivity across Nigeria.
At the core of SpaceRAN is Airbus software-defined satellite technology, which will be used to manage and optimise 5G signals directly in orbit.
Amazon Leo is Amazon's low Earth orbit satellite network, whose mission is to deliver fast, reliable internet to customers beyond the reach of existing networks.
The agreement underscores stc Bahrains shift from connectivity provider to a digital platform company powered by network, cloud, data and AI capabilities.
The purchase price was $800m before closing adjustments, $450m in cash and $350m in Intuitive Machines stock.
Captured in high resolution, the images underline MBZ-SATs advanced optical imaging capabilities and its capacity to deliver accurate and timely Earth observation data.
The order also permits SpaceX to deploy new orbital shells between 340 km and 485 km, optimising network coverage and performance.
The satellites will be built at Airbus Defence and Spaces Toulouse facility using a newly installed production line, with deliveries starting from late 2026.
As Bahrains first local authorised Starlink Enterprise reseller, Sama X is set to deliver high-speed satellite broadband across the Kingdom, both on land and at sea.
The upgraded network enables Omantel to roll out advanced 5G SA services, including Voice over 5G, customised networks, RedCap, massive IoT connectivity and ultra-low latency applications.
Shanti has previously served at Es'hailSat as Senior Sales Manager and Senior Account Manager, and also brings industry experience from organisations including Line for Programming and Arabsat.
Delivered in partnership with the Eutelsat Konnect platform, the new satellite service offers unlimited high-speed internet to households and businesses.
The agreement is designed to deliver continuous satellite imagery, ensuring consistent visibility and predictable data access rather than event-driven tasking.
The partnership adds OQ's 3GPP-compliant 5G NTN NB-IoT service to Monogoto's platform, expanding reliable coverage for industries operating beyond terrestrial networks.
The project centred on deploying SatService's next-generation sat-nms Monitoring and Control system for Turkuvaz Media's broadcast operations in Istanbul and Ankara.
The airline said Starlink is now installed on 58% of its widebody fleet, supporting up to 250 flights each day.
The proposal retains CRAs formula-based fee model, linking charges to bandwidth, frequency, coverage and licence duration, while adding targeted updates.
The report sets out e&s vision for 6G networks that go beyond connectivity to sense the physical world in real time.
In 2025, Array Labs doubled the size of its team, completed the design of its satellite bus, formed two new product lines, and grew commercial bookings to nine digits in...
The mission enables students and the public to engage directly with a working satellite, offering access to imaging, messaging and live telemetry beyond the engineering community.
This deployment extends the reach of Eutelsats established OneWeb LEO services in Africa.
The facility will be used both to launch Türkiye's own rockets and to serve the global commercial space market.
With Edge User Plane technology, Zain Bahrains network will support Industry 4.0 applications, enabling AI-driven maintenance, autonomous systems and real-time monitoring.
Saudi astronaut Rayana Barnawi helped to conduct the experiments and collect data in the microgravity environment.
The report points to a shift from flagship missions to commercialisation, supported by clearer regulation, expanding satellite services, and deeper private-sector participation, aligning the Middle East with global trends .
The new solution brings together 3G, 4G and 5G technologies within a single radio unit, representing a major advance in network infrastructure efficiency.
MESC 2026 is expected to attract more than 450 senior decision-makers representing over 190 organisations from more than 20 countries.
The FDD-TDD integration enables stable multi-gigabit speeds with improved coverage and capacity, with broader rollout planned from 2026 onwards.
The services were launched following the completion and release of a consultation report that forms a central part of the TRAs strategy.
The five-year agreement spans 5G hardware and software, cloud-native solutions and advanced AI-driven managed services solutions.
Bruno assumed leadership of ULA in 2014, having previously served as vice president and general manager of Lockheed Martin Strategic and Missile Defense Systems.
Through this collaboration, Ooredoo’s B2B customers will gain access to the Darktrace ActiveAI Security Platform.
With this latest mission, Rocket Lab has set a new annual record for the Electron program, completing 21 launches in a single year with a perfect 100% mission success rate.
As part of the expansion, the aerospace hub will develop a 40,000-sqm Cabin Excellence Center within its Airline Manufacturing and Supply Chain Zone.
According to the report, Africas space economy is currently valued at $4.95bn, which significantly surpasses the 2026 forecast published in our 2022 report, which became the foundation for global discussions...
Since its launch in October 2022, ANGOSAT-2 has enabled key milestones, including migrating local telecom operators to the satellite and delivering first-time connectivity through Conecta Angola.
OQ Technologys NTN platform is engineered for mobile operators, enterprises and governments that are looking for reliable connectivity beyond the limits of terrestrial networks.
The development reaffirms TECOM Groups vital contribution to the digital economy, in line with the long-term goals of the UAEs Digital Economy Strategy and Dubai Economic Agenda D33.
The launch is also scheduled to take place less than a month after Rocket Labs most recent LC-2 launch.
Under the MoU, Space42 and Telkomsat will assess a range of potential collaboration areas related to non-terrestrial networks and D2D connectivity.
Through this collaboration, MBZUAI students and researchers will gain increased access to applied learning environments and industry-grade infrastructure.
The operation was conducted live on a global network spanning Kuwait, Marseille, and São Paulo, with multiple diverse paths engineered in advance to ensure stability and continuity.
Photo credit: Space42 Space42 and global satellite communications specialist Cobham Satcom have announced the completion of a full suite of advanced terminals designed for the Thuraya-4...
RAISE And Shine was Rocket Labs 19th launch of the year, extending the companys new annual launch record set last month following two missions conducted within 48 hours.
The satellite, developed in cooperation with the Academy of Scientific Research and Technology, serves as a scientific laboratory in space.
The partnership is designed to support the development of an integrated lunar communications and navigation network capable of delivering secure, reliable and interoperable services for future commercial and institutional missions.
The tests come after the rovers development was completed, confirming its readiness for a mission set to launch next year to explore the lunar far side.
The MoU establishes a framework for both companies to explore and develop innovative telecommunications solutions that directly support the UAE's smart nation initiatives.
"Using Amdocs' amAIz platform powered by NVIDIA AI, e&; UAE is integrating generative AI to boost revenue, efficiency and customer experience.
The spacecraft and operations teams are investigating the anomaly to address the situation.
The agency plans to launch the Kingdom's first space weather satellite, built with NASA and NIDLP as part of Vision 2030.











