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Latest Developments / Analysis

Munich, Germany, March 25, 2024 – Airbus Defence and Space has entered into an agreement to acquire INFODAS, a Cologne-based, German company that provides cybersecurity and IT solutions in the public sector including for defence and critical infrastructures. The transaction is subject to the customary regulatory approvals and is expected to be finalised before the end of 2024.

Market Trends

Dublin, Ireland. March 21, 2024 - The Optical Satellite Communication Market size was estimated at US$ 2.30 billion in 2023, USD 2.75 billion in 2024, and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 20.27% to reach USD 8.38 billion by 2030 according to Research and Markets.

by Elisabeth Tweedie

Los Angeles, Calif.,  March 15, 2024-In recent years the satellite industry has undergone a profound change–and one that is still continuing.  High Throughput Satellites (HTS) have been joined by Very- and Ultra-High Throughput Satellites (VHTS and UHTS), and more recently by software defined satellites.  Thousands of Non-Geostationary Orbit (NGSO) satellites are in operation.  At the same time, new applications are constantly emerging.  In-orbit Servicing (IoS) is a reality and Space Situational Awareness (SSA) is becoming a necessity, the Internet-of-Things (IoT) extends its reach on a daily basis.  The range of frequency bands in regular use is expanding.  L, C, Ku and Ka-bands are being joined by greater use of S, X and now V-band.  Space tourism is a reality and in the next few years there will be satellites orbiting the moon, as well as earth.

Executive Moves and Views

image005.jpgLong Beach, Calif., March 28, 2024 - Vast, a pioneer in space habitation technologies, announces the appointment of Clay Mowry as its newest Advisor.Mowry’s career spans over two decades in the commercial launch, satellite, and space station sectors.

 

 

Colin Baldwin.jpgSwindon, UK, March 27, 2024 - UKspace has appointed Colin Baldwin as Executive Director to lead the organization, following the decision by its Director, Lizzie Kerr, to step down from her role with the official trade association of the UK space industry. Lizzie will be retiring on 30 June 2024 after more than five and a half years in her post. Colin Baldwin’s appointment as Executive Director of UKspace will consequently take effect from 1 July 2024.

 

Products and Services

Madrid, Spain, March 26, 2024 - European Space Agency awards INTEGRASYS Payload Comsec/Transec Performance Testbed.European Space Agency is supporting the European Commission with the development of Govsatcom-driven technologies under the Connectivity Secure Communications (CSC) framework. Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Electronic Warfare, Jamming, and Antijamming have been very warm topics, therefore governments, Ministries of Defense, and Agencies have prepared for Electronic Warfare in a more agile manner.

Washington, D.C. , March 20, 2024 – INTEGRASYS received a new recognition from the Mobile Satellite Users Association (MSUA) during exclusive award ceremonies at the SATELLITE 2024 show in Washington, D.C.. This is the third year in a row the INTEGRASYS has received an award in recognition of its innovative technologies. 

Events

Dubai, UAE March 28, 2024 - CABSAT, the Middle East’s flagship event for content, broadcast, satellite, media, and entertainment, will celebrate its 30th anniversary with its highly anticipated return to the Dubai World Trade Centre from May 21 till 23, 2024. Also returning is the second edition of co-located event Integrate Middle East, the leading forum and sourcing platform for the global Pro AV and media technology community that connects industry leaders with integrated solution buyers from the education, media, entertainment, hospitality, retail, and communication sectors. 

Washington, D.C., March 25, 2024 – From content creation to delivery to revenue, artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the broadcast, media and entertainment industry. NAB Show is the epicenter for exploring the latest advancements, impacts, opportunities and challenges AI is making throughout the production pipeline. Sessions will delve into tools and efficiencies, disinformation and deep fakes, content security and cyber security issues.