Tag: LEO

August 4, 2025

Estimated total cost of EchoStar's LEO constellation is $5bn, increasing the company's total investment in NTN satellite connectivity to over $18bn since 2012.

Saudi Arabia and UK explore collaboration on LEO satellite connectivity

July 22, 2025

Saudi tech delegation in UK explored high-speed connectivity and partnerships to advance communication in key sectors like transport, energy, industry and education.

Sateliot commissions Alén Space to build five new satellites

July 7, 2025

The launch of these satellites is scheduled for 2026, in line with Sateliot's roadmap to provide global 5G connectivity.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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 ...

Q-KON and Rivada partner to bring Outernet connectivity to Africa

May 15, 2025

The Rivada Outernet is a next-gen LEO satellite constellation designed to provide gigabit-speed connectivity to any point on the globe, without needing to touch the public internet or any third-party ...

Breaking barriers, building networks

May 14, 2025

As MENA economies push digital expansion, satellite broadband could bridge connectivity gaps. But thats if providers and regulators can tackle rising costs, market risks and business model challenges, writes Keith ...

The UAE’s Role in the Next Era of Satellite Intelligence

May 13, 2025

The impact of public-private collaborations, advancements in satellite data usage, and the UAE's drive to lead in space intelligence and sustainable development.

Viasat launches next-gen in-flight connectivity solution

April 13, 2025

The solution will include smart network enhancements and application-level data linking to satellites in multiple orbits.

ATLAS Space Operations partners with Viasat to support NASA missions

March 21, 2025

The collaboration aims to increase NSNs capacity and resilience for various missions, including climate studies, celestial object research and the Artemis campaign.

SES and Lynk Global form alliance to enhance D2D connectivity

March 16, 2025

SES to enhance Lynk Globals D2D services and serve as its channel partner for key clients under the investment agreement.

Orange and Telesat sign multi-year partnership

March 15, 2025

The partnership includes capacity from the Telesat Lightspeed LEO constellation for integration into Orange Wholesales portfolio of solutions for businesses and telecom operators.

Ericsson, Qualcomm and Thales advance global 5G connectivity

March 8, 2025

Ericsson, Qualcomm Technologies and Thales Alenia Space have partnered on 5G NR non terrestrial networks (NTN) technology since 2022.

OQ Technology and Aramco Digital to expand NTN IoT connectivity in KSA

February 26, 2025

Both companies will explore new business models and technology advancements to further drive digitalisation and sustainability in industrial operations.

Eutelsat, MediaTek and Airbus conduct 5G NTN trial over LEO satellites

February 24, 2025

During the trial, a 5G user terminal successfully connected to the 5G core via the satellite link and exchanged traffic.

NIGCOMSAT and Eutelsat to expand LEO satellite connectivity in Nigeria

January 19, 2025

The initiative will enhance nationwide remote communications, mobile connectivity and offshore operations.

Speedcast achieves milestone with sale of over 10,000 Starlink kits

November 23, 2024

Speedcast has deployed Starlink for more than a third of its customers across all maritime and enterprise applications.

Neom drives Eutelsat’s Q1 fixed connectivity revenues

October 30, 2024

The company's Q1 fixed connectivity revenues stood at 57m, up 30.1% year-on-year, reflecting the acceleration in its LEO services which were driven by the Neom contract.

Inmarsat Maritime selects Eutelsat’s OneWeb LEO to enhance connectivity

September 26, 2024

This collaboration aims to enhance Inmarsat's maritime network, providing vessels with reliable, high-performance broadband, regardless of location.

Vodafone and Intelsat expand satellite connectivity services

September 23, 2024

The expanded agreement will complement Vodafones terrestrial networks by providing enterprises with broadband connectivity in remote and underserved areas.

Saudi Arabia shoots for the stars with NSG

September 23, 2024

In May 2024, Saudi Arabias Public Investment Fund (PIF) announced the launch of Neo Space Group (NSG), an entity tasked with developing the Kingdoms local capabilities and boosting its position ...

Space on a shoestring

September 17, 2024

Can reusable rockets bring down launch costs enough to meet growing market needs and create wider access to space? Keith J Fernandez investigates.

SpaceX set to launch five commercial satellites for AST SpaceMobile

September 10, 2024

The first five commercial satellites, called BlueBirds, each featuring the largest ever commercial communications arrays will be deployed in low Earth orbit.

Axiom Space prepares for Ax-4 mission to ISS

August 6, 2024

The mission will emphasize scientific research, technology demonstrations, and the commercialisation of space.

Eutelsat OneWeb launches Satellite Network Portal in Luanda

June 25, 2024

The Luanda SNP will be providing high-speed internet access, particularly in underserved areas and fostering socio-economic development.

Eutelsat achieves platinum score in Space Sustainability Rating

June 4, 2024

Eutelsat has surpassed 80% threshold, resulting in the highest-level rating, a platinum level Space Sustainability Rating score.

Intelsat expands partnership with Eutelsat Group

March 20, 2024

This agreement will increase and further integrate LEO capabilities into Intelsats solutions offerings across its current and future customer base.

Integrasys launches solution for Space Situational Awareness and Surveillance

March 14, 2024

Integrasys will demonstrate Orbisat at Satellite Show 2024.

WTA unveils new report on SD-WAN’s impact on teleport operations

March 13, 2024

The latest WTA report delves into the capability of SD-WAN in aiding teleport operators to fulfill market demand for seamless, integrated connectivity.

Eutelsat OneWeb launches ‘Land Mobility’ connectivity services

February 27, 2024

Eutelsat OneWebs land mobility service will provide comms on-the-move solutions for distribution partners and customers.

LeoLabs secures $29m in financing to enhance space insight delivery

February 13, 2024

The company will scale up delivery of insights to commercial and government operators by increasing investment in advanced end-user applications and partner integrations.

Gilat secures multimillion-dollar defence satellite connectivity project

February 2, 2024

Gilat's SkyEdge IV platform and Taurus-M modems to augment advanced satcom capabilities for a leading governmental defense organisation.

Thai Aerospace partners with Rivada for network expansion

December 13, 2023

Rivadas OuterNET will solve essential connectivity and networking challenges and open up new opportunities for business communications globally.

Ground segment market to reach $80bn by 2032: Euroconsult

November 7, 2023

The space ground segment ecosystem is undergoing significant transformation and expansion in response to address the changing needs of satcom and Earth observation.

Beyon and E-Space to enable satellite-powered IoT services in Bahrain

September 25, 2023

With this agreement, they aim to create IoT solutions that will support uninterrupted, 'use anywhere,' real-time IoT data services.

SES partners with Starlink to launch multi-orbit cruise connectivity

September 14, 2023

The service comes in two tiers which includes Pro at 1.5 Gbps per ship and Premium at 3 Gbps.

Small GEO sats to create big impact

September 6, 2023

When Emile de Rijk fell short of funds to procure expensive Radio Frequency (RF) components for his research, he leveraged the capabilities of the universitys 3D printing lab to create ...

Arquimea and Aerospacelab agree to co-develop LEO satellite

August 11, 2023

Throughout their newly signed agreement, Arquimea and Aerospacelab will co-develop a satellite platform, optimised for power and reliability.

Speedcast delivers live deployment for OneWebÂs maritime LEO Service

June 8, 2023

Maritime customer installation completed following successful sea trials of OneWeb LEO connectivity service.

Hughes inks LEO distribution deal with OneWeb for airlines

June 6, 2023

A global distributor of OneWeb aero service, Hughes offers LEO-only and Hybrid LEO+GEO satellite services for onboard connectivity.

Getting off the ground

May 23, 2023

Growing demand, new use cases and increasing pressure on delivering faster, more efficient, and cost-effective solutions are all driving virtualisation of the satellite ground segment. But several challenges remain ...

Unlocking the universe

May 11, 2023

From nascent entrepreneur to seasoned satcom professional, Reema Omari has come a long way since she first boldly stepped out of her comfort zone in 2014 to launch Universal Satcom. ...

Thuraya and Astrocast strengthen deal through investment in LEO and IoT

April 3, 2023

The partnership signifies a milestone for Thurayas IoT ambitions and will be the companys first investment in a LEO satellite constellation.

OneWeb deploys 40 satellites to LEO with SpaceX

March 12, 2023

With this launch, OneWeb only has one more launch remaining before its first-generation constellation is complete.

OneWeb signs $50m multi-year deal with Galaxy Broadband

February 2, 2023

The deal includes a new Internet service to the northern Canadian territory of Nunavut.

Abu Dhabi Space Debate hosts panel discussion at World Economic Forum

January 18, 2023

Abu Dhabi Space Debate hosted the panel discussion held under the theme 'The Future of Earth: LEO Politics of the 21st Century'.

Integrasys collaborates with Amazon Web Services

September 5, 2022

Integrasys has set up the first Link Budget tool in AWS Marketplace, Beam Budget, for an efficient satellite network design, supporting GEO, LEO, and MEO.

Amazon signs multibillion-dollar launch contracts for Project Kuiper

April 6, 2022

Through Project Kuiper, Amazon has planned to build a network of 3,236 satellites to provide high-speed internet around the globe.

Telstra to deliver teleport services for OneWeb constellation

March 23, 2022

Earlier this month, OneWeb and Telstra have signed an MoU to improve digital connectivity for Telstra customers in Australia and the Asia Pacific region.

Telesat selects Intellian to design user terminals for Lightspeed

March 9, 2022

Intellian has previously worked with Telesat, using Telesat's demonstration satellite and V85NX maritime antenna that has been adapted for land use.

Clarus Networks to distribute OneWeb services in Europe

February 19, 2022

The deal will expand Clarus Networks existing connectivity capabilities in the region and enable a fibre-like experience for end-users, even in remote areas.

Closing the global connectivity gap with satellite technology

January 18, 2022

The satellite will continue to connect us now and to power the goal of bringing the world online.

Starlink India head Sanjay Bhargava resigns

January 5, 2022

His resignation comes just weeks after the government stated that Starlink Internet Services is not licensed to offer satellite-based internet services in India.

NASA to purchase three commercial crew missions from SpaceX

December 5, 2021

NASA originally envisioned alternating missions between SpaceX and Boeing, assuming both companies vehicles will be certified around the same time.

NASA awards $415m to three US companies to build commercial space stations

December 5, 2021