Satellite/Comms

The device is intended for real-time, all-sky observation of transitory events such as satellites, near-Earth objects, and other cosmic phenomena.

Zambia joins AfricaÂs radio astronomy network with TART telescope

The device is intended for real-time, all-sky observation of transitory events such as satellites, near-Earth objects, and other cosmic phenomena.

Intelsat partners with WPDI to expand education access

Satellite-powered connectivity will support enhanced online education in conflict-affected regions in South Sudan and Uganda.

Plan-S expands global IoT coverage with four new satellites

The Connecta IoT-9, Connecta IoT-10, Connecta IoT-11, and Connecta IoT-12 satellites were developed using insights gained from earlier missions.

ESA unveils first images from Biomass satellite

June 25, 2025

Biomass is the first satellite to carry a P-band synthetic aperture radar, its signal capable of penetrating forest canopies to measure woody biomass - trunks, branches and stems.

Thales and Qatar Airways partner on IFE tech and local service hub

June 25, 2025

A key component of the agreement includes the potential development of a dedicated Thales IFE service and maintenance centre in Doha.

Maroc Telecom and IFC partner to enhance digital connectivity in Africa

June 23, 2025

As part of the agreement, IFC will extend two loans totaling $424.54m to improve mobile connectivity and enhance the quality of mobile internet in Chad and Mali.

UAEU team to represent UAE in Asian Try Zero-G 2025 competition

June 23, 2025

The competition offers university students from across the Asia-Pacific region to propose physics experiments to be conducted aboard the International Space Station.

Eutelsat announces $1.56bn capital increase

June 21, 2025

Eutelsat to execute $1.56bn capital increase by year-end to advance its strategic vision and long-term goals.

Space42 introduces Thuraya Mobile Broadband Hotspot

June 20, 2025

Designed for multipurpose land and maritime use, the Thuraya Mobile Broadband Hotspot (MBH) terminal supports a wide range of built-in features that ensure reliable connectivity in remote and challenging environments.

Orange partners with Huawei to deploy 5G in Egypt

June 20, 2025

As 5G networks begin to take shape, both companies remain dedicated to transforming Egypts digital landscape and creating new opportunities for businesses and consumers alike.

ST Engineering iDirect and solutions by stc to advance satcom services in KSA

June 19, 2025

Under this deal, solutions by stc has significantly expanded its ST Engineering iDirect ground network by incorporating advanced products designed for both fixed and mobile applications.

SatVu partners to support NGA’s Luno GEOINT programmes

June 19, 2025

The Luno Programme is part of NGA's strategy to support defence and intelligence operations with accessible commercial data.

Türk Telekom, Net Insight and Parallel Wireless advance 6G Open RAN

June 19, 2025

Türk Telekom, the first to implement GPS/GNSS-independent sync in 5G, is now adapting its patented tech with Net Insight for 6G.

BlackSky announces AROS constellation for large-scale satellite imaging

June 18, 2025

The new satellites will augment latest Gen-3 high frequency monitoring constellation with purpose-built platform for large area mapping, search and change monitoring.

Starlink drives NGSO dominance in maritime satcom market: Novaspace

June 18, 2025

NGSO solutions positioned to capture 97% market share by 2034, driven by Starlink growth.

Intelsat and iKOMG expand Faith broadcasting via Galaxy 19

June 18, 2025

To further enhance its service offering, Intelsat has recently introduced audience measurement capabilities to its upgraded VideoNow electronic program guide (EPG) on G-19.

STC Bahrain and Huawei partner to drive AI and 5G-Advanced innovation

June 17, 2025

The partnership aligns with Huaweis vision of open innovation and stc Bahrains mission to deliver next-generation connectivity.

ABS appoints Hussein Oteifa as MENA Managing Director

June 17, 2025

Based in Dubai, Hussein will drive ABSs regional strategy and partner engagement across the region.

Thales unveils advanced dual-use radar system

June 16, 2025

The radar will provide air forces with a situational air picture, with NATO Mode 5 ensuring that data is secured and encrypted.

CRA launches digital literacy initiative with RIPE NCC, Cisco and Huawei

June 16, 2025

The initiative focuses on expanding public understanding in critical areas such as IoT, cybersecurity, IPv6, routing security, 5G, artificial intelligence, Internet governance and digital infrastructure.

Bespin Global MEA launches Middle East’s AWS cloud advisory support

June 14, 2025

Bespin Global MEA's AWS PLS Ultra offering combines deep AWS expertise with local cultural and operational knowledge and acts as a strategic partner.

MBRSC launches Career Camp to inspire future Emirati talent

June 13, 2025

Emirati high school students must submit their CVs by June 20, 2025, to register.

ViewMedia and Intelsat to expand TV entertainment in sub-Saharan Africa

June 13, 2025

This partnership seeks to enhance the variety of channels available and creating new opportunities for ad-revenue generation.

ZOI, PCCW Global, Sparkle and Telecom Egypt to construct AAE-2 subsea cable

June 13, 2025

The project aims to establish a next-generation subsea digital link connecting Hong Kong and Singapore to Italy, traversing secure and high-capacity terrestrial corridors across Thailand, the Arabian Peninsula and Egypt.

E& enterprise and Microsoft to drive AI adoption across industries

With a focus on GenAI, development and implementation of scalable solutions to meet market-specific demands across UAE, KSA, Egypt, Turkey and Qatar.

EU Commission approves SES acquisition of Intelsat without conditions

SES is set to acquire full ownership of Intelsat Holdings S.à r.l. in a deal valued at 2.8bn.

Quantum Space secures $40m Series A extension

The Series A extension funding bring the total for the round to $57m, adding to the $17m raised for Series A last year.

Orange Middle East and Africa and risingSUD join forces

This three-year partnership aims to bring together innovation ecosystems in Africa, the Middle East and the South of France.

Kymeta unveils dual-band antenna for multi-orbit satellite connectivity

Kymeta achieves multi-band connectivity with four concurrent beams in Ku- and Ka-band frequencies with a single antenna aperture.

Orange Maroc modernises its network with Ericsson

The agreement sets Orange Maroc's network ready for the introduction of 5G Standalone while paving the way for new business models.

E& sets 5G-advanced milestone with record-breaking 600Mbps uplink

For consumers, this advancement will transform digital lifestyles, enabling creators to upload 8K videos and stream immersive content to platforms like YouTube and TikTok in a matter of seconds.

SES’s O3b mPOWER receives Platinum Space Sustainability rating

Evaluation conducted through a comprehensive analysis of over 65 parameters covering the deployment, operations, and end-of-life disposal phases of the O3b mPOWER mission.

Astroscale completes CDR for ELSA-M In-Orbit debris removal mission

June 10, 2025

This demonstration includes docking, de-orbiting, and releasing a Eutelsat OneWeb client spacecraft managed through Astroscales in-house satellite operations facility.

Orange expands satellite connectivity with Eutelsat OneWeb deal

June 9, 2025

The new multi-year agreement builds on long-standing relationship between the two companies.

SES appoints Elisabeth Pataki as Chief Financial Officer

June 9, 2025

She will succeed Sandeep Jalan who has been SESs CFO since May 2020.

Impulse Space raises $300m in Series C

June 8, 2025

The company is hiring and scaling rapidly to meet surging demand across commercial, civil, and defense sectors.

SES’s 7th and 8th O3b mPOWER satellites set to begin connectivity services

June 7, 2025

With these satellites, SES is enhancing the O3b mPOWER network to serve customers across multiple market segments

Rocket Lab launches 65th electron mission for BlackSky

June 5, 2025

This marked the seventh Electron launch of the year, with Rocket Lab aiming to complete 20 or more missions with the vehicle in 2025.

UK regulator clears Intelsat-SES merger in key step forward

June 4, 2025

The EC has set a provisional deadline of 10 June 2025 to publish its ruling following its own phase one investigation.

Sierra Space wins NASA contract for lunar habitat study

June 4, 2025

The NextSTEP-2 Appendix R contract positions Sierra Space as a leader in lunar logistics, including transport, storage, tracking, and waste management.

NBC and Nigcomsat launch satellite plan to transform broadcasting

June 3, 2025

For the first time, Nigerian households will gain access to high-quality digital broadcasts via affordable satellite dishes, hybrid devices, and internet-enabled set-top boxes.

Orange Egypt secures $80m loan for 5G license and network expansion

June 2, 2025

Orange Egypt will use the loan to finance its purchase of a 5G mobile license from the National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA).

E& publishes whitepaper outlining vision for 6G era

June 2, 2025

The 6G architecture will integrate AI across all layers, use ISAC for environmental sensing and implement post-quantum cryptography to protect against next-gen threats.

Speedcast unveils next-generation SIGMA platform

May 31, 2025

SIGMAs intelligent edge system and cloud-native SaaS orchestration platform provide the foundation for supporting customers digital transformation requirements.

Northrop invests $50m in Firefly Aerospace to advance Eclipse launch vehicle

May 30, 2025

The vehicle is being built on a hybrid foundation that draws from Northrop Grummans Antares platform and Fireflys Alpha rocket technology.

Rocket Lab to acquire EO/IR payload developer Geost in $275m deal

May 29, 2025

The strategic acquisition would create an entirely new category for Rocket Lab, positioning the company as a disruptor for national security space.

Intelsat secures approval to launch direct broadcast services

May 28, 2025

The approval enables Intelsat to expand broadcast media services across Indian subcontinent and around the world.

Space42 opens MENA’s first HAPS manufacturing facility in Abu Dhabi

May 27, 2025

The new High Altitude Platform Stations (HAPS) facility enables Mira Aerospace to manufacture unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in the country.

E& UAE launches region’s first 5G slicing technology

May 27, 2025

The introduction of custom slices will meet specific industry demands, ranging from low latency to robust Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for smart infrastructure.

SES signs multi-launch agreement with Impulse Space

May 26, 2025

Selected missions will lift off aboard a medium-class rocket to LEO, where Impulses high-energy Helios kick stage will then carry each SES satellite to higher orbits within hours.

Axiom Space and Egyptian Space Agency partner to boost space exploration

May 26, 2025

The MoU outlines collaboration in key areas such as microgravity research, Earth observation and advanced space technologies.

How a Europe-Middle East alliance could shape the future of space

May 25, 2025

Combining Europes strengths in R&D with the Middle Easts ability to deploy capital at scale would benefit both regions.

Firefly Aerospace adds UAE’s Rashid 2 Rover to Blue Ghost mission

May 25, 2025

The Rashid 2 Rover will join Blue Ghost Mission 2, in 2026, which will be Firefly Aerospace's second lunar mission, alongside payloads from Australia, the European Space Agency and NASA.

UAE Space Agency concludes participation at Make it in the Emirates 2025

May 23, 2025

During the forum, the Agency reviewed its key projects, namely the Space Economic Zones Programme.

Connecting fields of gold

May 23, 2025

In the harsh deserts and offshore zones of Saudi Arabia, where fiber cant reach, Intelsat and Saudi Net Link provide resilient satellite connectivity that fuels the digital transformation of oil...

Eutelsat and BHS renew deal for satellite contribution services across MENA

May 23, 2025

This agreement expands the leased capacity on the Eutelsat 21B and Eutelsat 70B satellites, guaranteeing uninterrupted content delivery for BHSs broadcast clients.

Strata delivers first UAE-designed radar panel to Thales

May 22, 2025

Strata led the entire process-from design and development to manufacturing and final testing-meeting Thales' stringent requirements.

LEO, AI and interoperability: Satellite connectivity enters a new era

by Vijaya Cherian

May 22, 2025

As satellite operators respond to rising demand and growing competition, next-generation networks are being shaped by interoperability, space sustainability, AI-driven automation and the integration of non-terrestrial and terrestrial infrastructure. In...

Viasat expands coverage of in-flight connectivity service