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Monthly Newsletter - July 2026

The summer period often brings a natural change of pace across the Northern Hemisphere, as many in the industry take time away and day-to-day activity slows slightly.


Engagement will continue throughout the summer, with key developments monitored closely and any important updates shared as they arise.


Looking forward to reconnecting in the autumn.

GSOA in Action

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Belgium

EU Space Forum

GSOA was pleased to support the 2026 European Space Forum, contributing to a number of high-level discussions on the future of Europe's space sector, including the EU Space Act and next-generation satellite networks.


Our key message was clear: a predictable, proportionate and internationally consistent regulatory framework is essential to strengthen Europe's competitiveness, encourage investment and support innovation across the space ecosystem. 👉

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Belgium

EU Spectrum Management Conference

& D2D Policy Forum

Engaging with policymakers and industry leaders on spectrum policy, the Digital Networks Act, WRC-27 priorities and D2D services, reinforcing satellite’s role in enabling seamless, reliable connectivity across Europe and globally. 👉

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Switzerland

WSIS

Contributing to discussions on digital inclusion, policy frameworks and resilient connectivity, highlighting the role of satellite communications in supporting sustainable digital development, inclusive access and global connectivity for communities worldwide👉

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Switzerland

AI for Good Summit

Showcasing satellite-enabled digital resilience through an immersive VR experience provided by ESA, in close collaboration with GSOA, demonstrating how space-based connectivity supports emergency communications and critical digital infrastructure.👉

Hear from GSOA's Members...

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/PhgF6T0aLqs

Watch our latest video featuring David Gelerman, President & CEO of Spacebridge, as he shares how the company's innovative satellite ground technologies are delivering secure, resilient and efficient connectivity worldwide.


He also highlights the importance of industry collaboration through GSOA in advancing open standards, innovation and the future of global satellite communications.


Discover his perspective on what's driving the next generation of satellite networks.

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GSOA Training: 🚀 Boost Your Skills and Career Options

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Make continuing education a part of your professional growth! Training Membership gives you 24/7 access to 25+ technical, business, and engineering courses covering all aspects of satellite and space communications - for a full year at just US $449 (renewable). Members also enjoy discounts, certification and recertification exams, and a permanent record of course progress and achievements.



Whether you are a technical professional, business-focused, or transitioning into new roles, this membership lets you learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere, with expert-led courses designed to expand your skills and open new career opportunities.



Enrol now and start your journey toward enhanced expertise and greater career options!

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GVF Training Adds LEO Terminal Course to Training Membership Curriculum

Field Technicians and Engineers wishing to support deployment of Eutelsat OneWeb LEO user terminals can now take course OW790: Hughes HL1100W and HL1120W Installation and Maintenance. OW790 is included in the Training Membership at no additional cost, and alongside our new link budget and antennas courses, is ideal for students expanding their knowledge and skills for today's multi-orbit satcom market.

📺GSOA Webinars ▶️

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Following a successful webinar programme during the first half of the year, we're looking forward to returning in September with a new series of discussions exploring the technologies, business models and market trends shaping the future of the satellite industry.


The upcoming programme will feature expert insights on topics including AI and autonomous satellite operations, next-generation satellite architectures, and the evolving investment and financing landscape. Further details and registration information will be announced soon, so keep an eye on your inbox.


In the meantime, if you missed any of our recent webinars or would like to revisit them, recordings are available on demand. It's a great opportunity to catch up on the discussions and insights shared by our expert speakers before the new series begins.

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Discussing how digital ground architectures are rapidly moving from concept to reality, offering satellite operators greater flexibility, scalability and efficiency.

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Exploring cybersecurity and resilience challenges across satellite networks, ground infrastructure and evolving digital space ecosystems and supply chains.

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Join GSOA’s Working Groups: Collaborate, Innovate, and Lead

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At GSOA, we offer our members the chance to be part of something exciting! Our specialised Working Groups, Task Forces, Regional Groups, and Councils bring together industry experts to tackle everything from policy and regulation to emerging technologies and sustainability in satellite communications.



Each group operates on a consensus-based, results-driven model and is led by a Chair and two Co-Chairs. Members from across the globe collaborate to address the key challenges and opportunities shaping the satellite sector, from regulatory frameworks to the latest technological advancements.



We are inviting new voices to join these groups and help shape the future of the industry. 



Whether you are passionate about regulation, innovation, or sustainability, this is your opportunity to collaborate with like-minded professionals and make a real impact.



Ready to get involved?

Explore our groups and discover how you can be part of the conversation today!

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Publications in the Spotlight

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Remember GSOA members receive a discount using the code GSOA10

Space Situational Awareness

Novaspace's Space Situational Awareness report explores the rapidly evolving landscape of orbital monitoring, collision avoidance and space sustainability.

It examines sovereign and commercial SSA capabilities, emerging technologies, market dynamics, investment priorities and the operational trends shaping the future of space traffic coordination.

Designed for decision-makers across the space sector, the report provides valuable insights into the opportunities and challenges of an increasingly congested and contested orbital environment.

Consultations

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GSOA’s Positions & Consultations turn the collective expertise of our members into clear, authoritative stances on key regulatory and policy issues, guiding decision-makers and championing the satellite sector worldwide. They support innovation, investment, and sustainable growth.

Read all of GSOA’s submissions on the GSOA website.

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Member in the Spotlight

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MTN SAT is a global provider of managed satellite and wireless connectivity solutions, delivering resilient communications services across the maritime, enterprise, energy, and government sectors.


With more than 45 years of industry experience, the company combines LEO and GEO satellite networks with terrestrial technologies to provide secure, high-performance connectivity for customers operating in some of the world's most demanding environments.

Member News

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York Space Systems to Acquire ALL.SPACE, Expanding Multi-Domain Communications Capabilities

York Space Systems has announced a definitive agreement to acquire UK-based ALL.SPACE, a leading provider of advanced satellite communications terminals and multi-network connectivity solutions. The acquisition will strengthen York's end-to-end space and defence capabilities by combining resilient, software-defined communications technology with its existing mission-critical solutions for government and commercial customers.

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Amazon Leo Reaches 375+ Satellites in Orbit Following Latest Atlas V Launch

Amazon Leo has deployed more than 375 satellites into low Earth orbit after its latest successful Atlas V mission, marking continued rapid progress towards full-scale deployment of its broadband constellation. The company now plans to scale up launch cadence significantly, with over 100 launches secured to expand global coverage.

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Arianespace Launches Record 36 Amazon Leo Satellites on Upgraded Ariane 6

Arianespace has successfully launched 36 Amazon Leo satellites aboard an upgraded Ariane 64, marking the first flight with more powerful P160C boosters and the heaviest payload ever carried by an Ariane rocket. The mission brings the total number of Amazon Leo satellites launched by Arianespace to 100 in less than five months and demonstrates the launcher's increased capacity for large constellation deployments.

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AST SpaceMobile Successfully Launches BlueBirds 8, 9 and 10 Into Orbit

AST SpaceMobile has successfully launched its BlueBirds 8, 9 and 10 satellites, marking another step in the deployment of its space-based cellular broadband constellation designed to connect standard smartphones directly from orbit. The company says it is advancing towards initial commercial service, with additional satellites already in production and further launches planned to scale coverage and capacity globally.

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Astroscale Launches Industry Initiative on Spacecraft Reentry and Atmospheric Impact

Astroscale has launched the Atmospheric Impact of Reentered Spacecraft (AIRS) initiative, an industry–academia collaboration aimed at improving scientific understanding of how spacecraft reentry affects Earth’s atmosphere. The initiative brings together partners including Planet Labs PBC and the University of Southampton to share data and improve modelling of reentry emissions and their environmental impact.

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Eutelsat Secures €350 Million Defence Capacity Contract Under French NEXUS Framework

Eutelsat has signed a new CENTAURE call-off contract with the French Armed Forces Ministry under the NEXUS framework, providing low Earth orbit satellite capacity for defence communications. The agreement, worth up to €350 million over eight years, delivers immediate access to OneWeb’s LEO capabilities to support secure, sovereign connectivity ahead of the future IRIS² constellation deployment.

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Gilat to Acquire Comtech Satellite & Space Communications Segment for $157.5 Million

Gilat Satellite Networks has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Comtech’s Satellite & Space Communications segment for $157.5 million, creating a larger defence and satellite communications company with projected annual revenues exceeding $700 million. The transaction strengthens Gilat’s U.S. presence and expands its capabilities in satellite ground infrastructure, space communications, and defence connectivity solutions across global markets.

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Global Invacom Appoints MEconnect and Mena Nets as Distributors for Prodelin Antennas in MENA Region

Global Invacom has appointed MEconnect and Mena Nets FZE as approved distributors for its Prodelin SMC antennas across the Middle East and North Africa, expanding access to its antenna and RF electronics portfolio in the region. The partnerships aim to strengthen regional satellite connectivity offerings by combining Prodelin antenna solutions with Global Invacom’s integrated RF technologies for VSAT and telecom applications.

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INTEGRASYS Expands European Presence with New Berlin Office

INTEGRASYS has opened a new office in Berlin, Germany, strengthening its presence in one of Europe's key defence, space, and aerospace markets. The expansion, led by newly appointed Head of Germany Kristian Kuhlmann, will enhance local support for customers and partners while driving growth across Germany and Central Europe.

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Rocket Lab to Acquire Iridium in $8 Billion Deal Creating Vertically Integrated Space Communications Powerhouse

Rocket Lab has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Iridium Communications in an $8 billion cash-and-stock transaction, combining launch and satellite manufacturing capabilities with a global satellite communications network. The deal aims to create a fully integrated space company spanning launch, spacecraft production and on-orbit services, with expanded offerings in IoT, direct-to-device connectivity and resilient communications for government and commercial markets.

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Kratos Completes Cross-Country Autonomous Truck Platooning Deployment Supporting NASCAR Logistics

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has successfully completed a cross-country autonomous tractor-trailer platooning deployment transporting NASCAR race equipment from North Carolina to California in collaboration with Champion Tire & Wheel. The demonstration showcases the company’s dual-use autonomy technology, pairing a human-driven lead truck with an autonomous follower vehicle to improve freight efficiency and scalability in long-haul logistics operations.

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MDA Space Selected by Mitsubishi Electric for Next-Generation Japanese Defence Communications Satellite Programme

MDA Space has been selected by Mitsubishi Electric to design and manufacture key subsystems, including a digital payload and antenna systems, for Japan’s next-generation defence communications satellite programme. The work, carried out across the UK and Montréal, will support a geostationary satellite featuring advanced anti-jamming, reconfigurable digital beamforming technology for resilient military communications.

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Open Cosmos Launches OpenConstellation 1.0 for Near-Real-Time Earth Observation

Open Cosmos has unveiled OpenConstellation 1.0, a next-generation Earth observation system designed to deliver actionable satellite imagery in as little as 30 minutes, significantly reducing current delivery times of up to 48 hours. The constellation combines rapid tasking, onboard AI processing and inter-satellite links to support faster decision-making for applications including disaster response, security, infrastructure monitoring and environmental change.

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OQ Technology Demonstrates Europe’s First Drone Video Transmission Over 3GPP NTN LEO Satellite Network

OQ Technology has successfully completed Europe’s first drone video transmission over a Low Earth Orbit satellite network using 3GPP NTN standards and MSS S-band spectrum. The demonstration shows how compact drones can transmit video via direct-to-device satellite connectivity without bulky terminals, supporting applications such as emergency response, infrastructure monitoring and remote surveillance.

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Ovzon Secures €74 Million Renewal Order from European NATO Customer for SATCOM Services

Ovzon has received a renewal order worth 74 MSEK from a European NATO defence organisation for its Ovzon 3-based satellite communications services over a five-month period starting August 2026. The agreement continues support for mission-critical defence connectivity and reflects growing collaboration within a broader European NATO satellite communications framework.

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Sateliot and CPQD Demonstrate Hybrid Satellite-Cellular IoT Connectivity for Rural Brazil

Sateliot and CPQD have successfully completed Brazil’s first commercial demonstration of Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) connectivity, validating a hybrid satellite-cellular IoT model based on 3GPP standards. The test shows how standard NB-IoT devices can connect via satellite without modification, enabling applications such as livestock tracking and expanding IoT coverage to remote and underserved regions.

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SES and Tototheo Global Expand Global Deployment of Multi-Orbit FlexMaritime Services

SES and Tototheo Global have announced an expanded collaboration to roll out SES FlexMaritime globally, providing maritime customers with high-performance multi-orbit connectivity. The service combines SES’s satellite and terrestrial network infrastructure with Tototheo Global’s maritime expertise to support applications such as vessel monitoring, route optimisation, remote maintenance and crew welfare.

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Thales Alenia Space To Build Next-Generation Software-Defined Satellite for Es’hailSat

Thales Alenia Space has secured a contract from Es’hailSat to build the new software-defined Eshail-3/Türksat-Biruni geostationary satellite, providing flexible broadband connectivity across Europe, Africa, Central Asia and the Middle East. The satellite will use the company's Space INSPIRE platform, allowing communications capacity to be reconfigured in orbit to adapt to changing customer and government requirements.

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Telesat Donates Satellite Capacity to Support Disaster Recovery Efforts in Venezuela

Telesat has donated high-throughput satellite capacity on its Telstar 19 VANTAGE spacecraft to support emergency communications and disaster recovery efforts in Venezuela following recent earthquakes. The capacity, provided through local partner Top Comunications, will help restore critical infrastructure and support coordination for first responders and government agencies.

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Viasat Selected by U.S. Space Force for Protected Tactical SATCOM-Global (PTS-G) Swarm 1 Delivery Order

Viasat has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Space Force to build and deliver a dual-band X/Ka-band mini-GEO satellite system under the PTS-G Swarm 1 programme, supporting resilient and anti-jam military communications. The multi-year programme advances a proliferated GEO architecture designed to enhance secure, manoeuvrable satellite connectivity for defence operations, with initial operational capability expected no earlier than 2029.

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Upcoming Events

IBC - Amsterdam

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GSOA is partnering with IBC2026 to strengthen the visibility of the satellite industry at one of the world's leading media and technology events.


Members can benefit from an exclusive 50% discounted Satellite Exhibitor Package, dedicated networking opportunities and a GSOA-led panel discussion Space-Powered Media: Delivering Content in a Connected World.


If you are interested in taking part or would like more information, please get in touch with the GSOA team. 👉

SSGS - London

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GSOA and SIG will once again host a dedicated cybersecurity workshop at SSGS 2026 Hardening the Ground Segment – Cybersecurity for Next-Generation Gateways, focusing on protecting next-generation ground segment and gateway infrastructure against evolving cyber threats.


Taking place during the working lunch on day two, the session will bring together industry experts to discuss key challenges and strategies for strengthening resilience in multi-orbit, software-defined environments.


GSOA members can save 15% on registration using code GSOA459.

GMSC - London

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Now in its 28th year, Global MilSatCom is the leading event for military satellite communications, bringing together 700+ senior military, government and industry leaders from 45+ nations.


GSOA will host the panel Connectivity Without Borders: Satcom That Moves With the Mission, exploring how satcom is enabling mission-critical communications in dynamic environments.


GSOA members can save 10% on registration using code GSOA26.

Other Upcoming Relevant Meetings: July - September

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