SATELLITE 2022

iDirect Government has released a new virtualization tool called WCore that supports 16 waveforms and is designed so that waveforms can be rapidly deployed, scaled, and managed.  WCore is a […]

Satellite manufacturers emerging from pandemic-induced supply chain crises are turning to software-defined satellites to unlock new business models, CEOs said at SATELLITE 2022’s “Scaling Up Satellite Manufacturing Capabilities” panel. Lisa […]

Leading launch providers at SATELLITE 2022 shared excitement for current capabilities and the future of the industry, but tempered expectations about how many providers the market can sustain. Tory Bruno, […]

Space-based 5G may help U.S. military forces operate anywhere, disperse tactical operations centers, and resist adversary interference — but spectrum access and cybersecurity remain significant obstacles, according to a “5G […]

The in-space economy is developing rapidly as companies work to commercialize satellite servicing, refueling, and robotics, speakers said at SATELLITE 2022’s robotics and satellite servicing panel. Robert Hauge of Northrop […]

Despite a crowded LEO and growing debris concerns, space sustainability remains low on the agenda for governments and the UN, speakers said at SATELLITE 2022’s sustainability session on March 23. […]

Satellite operators are finding ways to compete and partner with the increasingly powerful telco ecosystem, speakers said at SATELLITE 2022. Stephane Pallez, CEO of Eutelsat’s subsidiary, noted that the operator […]

Smallsats are growing up — both in size and capability — as market demands push manufacturers to pack more performance into compact form factors, speakers said at SATELLITE 2022. Tom […]

Laser or optical satellite communications is moving rapidly from laboratory curiosity to commercial reality, with multiple programs either already deployed or in advanced development, speakers said at SATELLITE 2022. Derek […]

Panelists at the SATELLITE 2022 “How to Hire and Maintain Diverse Talent” session offered best practices for improving DEI in the satellite industry, part of the new “Inclusive Innovation” track […]

The war in Ukraine and the hack of Viasat’s KA-SAT network highlighted long-standing security concerns for LEO and MEO operators, speakers said at SATELLITE 2022’s “NGSO Mobile Connectivity Services at […]

An estimated 6,000 tons of space debris circulate in LEO, and active satellites jumped from 2,000 to 5,000 over the last five years — with thousands more planned. SATELLITE 2022’s […]

Via Satellite announced Tina Ghataore, chief commercial officer of Mynaric, as winner of the 2021 Satellite Executive of the Year award, and Astroscale’s ELSA-d mission as winner of the 2021 […]

Speakers from Virgin Orbit, Firefly STS, Astra, Relativity Space, and Spaceflight showcased their biggest milestones and goals at SATELLITE 2022’s “Smallsat Launch Services” session. Jim Simpson of Virgin Orbit highlighted […]

The New Space economy is poised for a big growth year — and a lot of competition — with SPAC deals, IPOs, and advancements in technology defining 2022 for space […]

At SATELLITE 2022’s opening general session, “A Defining Era for the Satellite Industry,” leaders from OneWeb, Mynaric, Telesat, Viasat, Northrop Grumman, and Isotropic Systems addressed the war in Ukraine, cybersecurity, […]

Former NASA administrator Jim Bridenstine, now a board member of The Aerospace Corporation, delivered a cautionary message at SATELLITE 2022 about space debris and the need for robust regulation. “The […]

The extraordinary diversity of the smallsat sector makes standards unlikely to solve ground system challenges, but many of the same objectives can be achieved through virtualization, ground tech experts said […]

Commercial space plays a critical role in the Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) architecture — enabling commanders to sense, make sense, and act at all levels of war — […]

Finance experts at SATELLITE 2022’s “Space Goes Public: The Experts Speak” panel discussed the state of SPACs, supply chains, and talent challenges for companies building out their business plans. Phil […]

Nine startup entrepreneurs will take the stage in SATELLITE’s Exhibit Hall theater on Tuesday, March 22 to pitch for private meetings with investors from Starbridge Venture Capital, Space Fund, MaC […]

A Euroconsult report projects the Earth observation data and services market will reach $7.5 billion by 2030. SATELLITE 2022’s Geo-Intelligence Workshop explored how the industry leverages satellite data for actionable […]

Speakers struck a hopeful tone at SATELLITE 2022’s opening luncheon keynote, focused on NASA’s future in Low-Earth Orbit and the space industry’s climate opportunities. Dennis Stone, NASA project executive, emphasized […]

Across the industry, we’re seeing deeper commitments to sustainability — from investing in space debris removal to installing new technology to enable cleaner missions. SATELLITE 2022 will feature more panel […]

Analysts share their major talking points for SATELLITE 2022, covering SPACs, LEO constellations, and the consolidation reshaping the satellite industry. Brad Grady of NSR flagged SPACs, Starship, orbital debris, and […]

SATELLITE 2022 highlights fresh voices across the satellite industry. Here are eight first-time SATELLITE speakers to watch. Eva Berneke, Eutelsat CEO — Eutelsat’s first female CEO, joining from KMD (an […]

The SATELLITE 2022 conference and exhibition comes at a time of peak activity involving public and private investment, a rapid expansion of the off-world economy, a massive deployment of satellite […]

SATELLITE 2022 comes at a time of peak activity involving public and private investment, rapid constellation deployment, increased urgency for sustainable space operations, and broad coordination on policy and open […]