Gilat Satellite Networks revenue grows 20% in Q1
GLOBAL 14:02

Gilat Satellite Networks revenue grows 20% in Q1

Gilat Satellite Networks said its revenue increased 20 percent to USD 110.5 million in the first quarter compared with USD 92 million in the same period in 2025. Adjusted EBITDA doubled to USD 15.1 million compared with USD 7.6 million, and the net income amounted to USD 5.2 million compared with a net loss of USD 6 million a year ago. 

GCT Semi ships 3,000 5G RF units in Q1
GLOBAL 12:58

GCT Semi ships 3,000 5G RF units in Q1

GCT Semiconductor grew shipments of its 5G-capable RF chipsets by 58 percent quarter-on-quarter in the three months to 31 March. Q1 shipments reached 3,000 units as GCT progressed its commercial trajectory for 5G RF applications including satellite and air-to-ground platforms. The firm anticipates a further acceleration in the coming months due to additional orders from its lead customers, and is projecting sequential growth in 5G shipments through the remainder of 2026.

Sateliot, Turkcell demo 5G NTN IoT connectivity via satellite in Barcelona and Istanbul
TURKEY 12:38

Sateliot, Turkcell demo 5G NTN IoT connectivity via satellite in Barcelona and Istanbul

Sateliot and Turkcell have completed a field demonstration of 5G NTN IoT connectivity via satellite both in Barcelona and Istanbul. The demonstration was carried out to validate standard-based 5G NB-IoT NTN connectivity over Sateliot's LEO satellite constellation and demonstrate its integration as an extension of Turkcell's terrestrial cellular network.

Eutelsat posts 1% organic increase in underlying revenues for March quarter
GLOBAL 08:57

Eutelsat posts 1% organic increase in underlying revenues for March quarter

The Eutelsat group, which combines Eutelsat and OneWeb, said that its operating verticals generated EUR 284 million in revenues in the three months to March (fiscal Q3), representing a year‑on‑year increase of 0.9 percent organically (-0.1% in fiscal Q2). As in the previous three‑month period, growth was entirely driven by the Connectivity arm, while the Video business continued to post lower sales, down 13.3 percent to EUR 128 million. This contraction was partly attributed to the termination of capacity c

Globalstar to launch LEO replenishment satellites on SpaceX Falcon 9
UNITED STATES 07:08

Globalstar to launch LEO replenishment satellites on SpaceX Falcon 9

Globalstar has announced plans to launch a new batch of satellites to support its low Earth orbit (LEO) constellation, as part of ongoing investment in its satellite communications infrastructure. The company said its HIBLEO-4 replenishment satellites are scheduled to launch on a Falcon 9 rocket operated by SpaceX from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida on 17 May, within a 14-minute launch window opening at 08:50 ET.

PLDT, Smart deploy Air Laser links with Google Taara
PHILIPPINES 02:54

PLDT, Smart deploy Air Laser links with Google Taara

Philippines operator PLDT and its mobile unit Smart Communications have announced they are testing a mix of non-traditional technologies to extend connectivity to geographically isolated and underserved communities, including approaches that reduce reliance on conventional telco infrastructure. One of these uses light instead of fibre. In partnership with Google Taara, PLDT and Smart are deploying 'Air Laser' links designed to transmit data across islands and mountainous terrain.

LEO satellite broadband could boost global GDP by USD 863 bln by 2035
GLOBAL 12 MEI

LEO satellite broadband could boost global GDP by USD 863 bln by 2035

An expansion of LEO satellite broadband services could boost global GDP by USD 32-863 billion by 2035, according to new research from Oxford Economics for Amazon. The report shows that LEO satellite broadband connectivity could support between 800,000 and 21 million jobs worldwide by 2035. It models three scenarios - incremental, intermediate and transformative - to reflect different LEO adoption levels.  

Space42 and Sindan partner to explore autonomous systems and satellite connectivity integration
MIDDLE EAST 12 MEI

Space42 and Sindan partner to explore autonomous systems and satellite connectivity integration

Space42 has signed a MoU with Sindan, a specialist in advanced additive manufacturing, to explore integrating satellite connectivity solutions into autonomous systems. The partnership will explore synergies between Space42's satellite communications and aerospace systems, leveraging Sindan's advanced manufacturing and flight-testing infrastructure.

SES returns to organic revenue growth in Q1 despite contraction at Media business
GLOBAL 12 MEI

SES returns to organic revenue growth in Q1 despite contraction at Media business

Satellite operator SES has confirmed the full‑year financial guidance published in early March, after the first quarter marked a "solid start" to the year with a return to organic revenue and adjusted EBITDA growth. On a reported basis, revenues rose 81 percent at constant currency to EUR 847 million, reflecting the consolidation of Intelsat from mid‑July 2025. Organically, the operator posted a 3 percent revenue increase (-1% in Q4) and a 5 percent rise in adjusted EBITDA (-16.1% in Q4), citing the positiv

Azercosmos joins international DIFI Consortium
AZERBAIJAN 11 MEI

Azercosmos joins international DIFI Consortium

The Azerbaijan Space Agency (Azercosmos) has become a member of the international Digital Intermediate Frequency Interoperability (DIFI) Consortium. The consortium works to enhance interoperability across satellite communication systems and platforms, promote the digitisation of satellite control centres, develop open standards, and advance next generation satellite communication solutions. Its members include leading global satellite operators, technology companies, and industry participants.

EchoStar OIBDA improves in Q1 as mobile business turns positive
UNITED STATES 11 MEI

EchoStar OIBDA improves in Q1 as mobile business turns positive

EchoStar reported a small increase in mobile subscribers in the first quarter, while its pay-TV and broadband bases continued to erode. The company's revenues dropped to USD 3.67 billion from USD 3.87 billion a year ago, while the net loss narrowed to USD 147 million from USD 203 million in Q1 2025. A positive result at the mobile business helped the company generate adjusted OIBDA of USD 493 million, up strongly from 400 million a year ago. 

Timor-Leste launches rural internet initiative
TIMOR-LESTE 11 MEI

Timor-Leste launches rural internet initiative

The government of Timor-Leste, through its Ministry of Transport and Communications, announced plans to provide internet access to 450 village headquarters nationwide, reported Lusa. Initially, Starlink antennas will be installed, following an agreement between the Ministry and the national telecommunications company Vorakai. Later this year, the National Directorate of Infrastructure and Communications will begin installing a permanent 1,500-km fibre-optic network, connecting municipal capitals to administ

UNITED STATES 11 MEI

Tarana slams Starlink over proposed conditions on BEAD-funded satellite broadband

Tarana Wireless has criticised SpaceX's Starlink for purportedly seeking to amend subsidy agreements it secured to deliver satellite internet through the US government's Broadband, Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) programme. Given Tarana's specialty is fixed wireless access (FWA) equipment, it should be stressed that it will be eager to put its own slant on the story.

MIDDLE EAST 11 MEI

Space42 ties up with Skylo for D2D connectivity

Space42 has announced a partnership with Skylo Technologies to provide standards-based direct-to-device (D2D) connectivity via Space42's Thuraya-4 geostationary satellite. The companies have already demonstrated this a real-time, bi-directional voice call over Thuraya-4, using unmodified SIMs and requiring zero changes to existing operator core infrastructure. Through integration of Skylo's 3GPP-compliant NTN platform with Thuraya-4, the service is ready for commercial deployment, starting on Thuraya-4's co

CANADA 11 MEI

MDA Space opens new satellite manufacturing facility in Montreal

MDA Space has officially opened its new satellite manufacturing facility in Montreal, supporting its growth as a satellite prime contractor. The 185,000 sq ft expansion doubles the group's manufacturing floor space, and was completed in less than two years. 

COSTA RICA 11 MEI

Liberty Costa Rica to offer satellite B2B service with Starlink

Liberty Costa Rica has announced the launch of its second satellite internet service in partnership with Starlink, this time targeting the corporate sector. After unveiling plans to debut a direct-to-device (D2D) mobile satellite connectivity for all users last month, Liberty said its B2B unit Liberty Empresas has been authorised to resell Starlink satellite internet for businesses in rural and remote areas.

UNITED STATES 8 MEI

NTIA launches Spectrum.gov portal

The US National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) has launched a dedicated web portal for wireless spectrum policy resources and updates, with the aim of spurring US leadership ahead of 6G standardisation at the 2027 World Radiocommunications Conference. The new Spectrum.gov portal is now live after being unveiled at the 2026 CTIA Summit by the US Department of Commerce's assistant secretary for telecoms Arielle Roth. The platform is tailored to the needs of industry stakeholders and

JORDAN 8 MEI

Sama Jordan TV channel joins Es'hail-2 Satellite line-up

Es'hailSat has added Sama Jordan TV to its channel line-up at the 26 degrees east orbital position via the Es'hail-2 satellite. This addition provides the Jordanian news broadcaster with extensive signal coverage across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, enabling significant viewership potential. The agreement includes direct-to-home (DTH) satellite distribution on Es'hail-2 as part of the bouquet uplinked from Es'hailSat's Tier-4 certified Teleport facility in Doha.

UNITED STATES 8 MEI

Viasat appoints two directors in agreement with investor Carronade Capital

Viasat has appointed Shekar Ayyar, chairman and chief executive officer of Arrcus, and Jinhy Yoon, former executive vice president at Pimco, to its board of directors and strategic review committee, effective immediately. The appointments bring the board to 10 members, eight of whom are independent. The company also announced it has entered into a cooperation agreement with Carronade Capital Management, following discussions between the two parties. 

GLOBAL 8 MEI

Rocket Lab secures largest launch contract as backlog reaches USD 2.2 bln

Rocket Lab has signed its largest launch agreement to date, securing a multi-launch contract for five Neutron missions and three Electron missions between 2026 and 2029, as the company reported record quarterly revenue and backlog growth. The contract, signed with an undisclosed customer, will use launch facilities in New Zealand and Virginia. Rocket Lab said the deal increases its overall launch manifest to more than 70 missions and brings its total backlog value to more than USD 2.2 billion.

RUSSIAN FEDERATION 7 MEI

Tricolor offers free services for 3 months in Siberia, Kaliningrad

Russian satellite TV operator Tricolor is offering customers based in Siberia and the Kaliningrad region the packages Single, Ultra or Maximum free for 90 days. The offer follows the disruption to pay-TV services from Tricolor for a certain period after the unexpected loss of the Russian satellite Express-AT1 earlier this year.

GLOBAL 7 MEI

GCT secures reference design remit for satellite-targeted 5G/4G RF chips

GCT Semiconductor said it has sealed an additional booking from an unnamed satellite communications operator to supply a reference design based on its 4G and 5G RF silicon chips. The firm will produce a reference design with the aim of accelerating lead times for the client's next-generation user equipment, enabling dual-mode terrestrial and satellite links. 

GLOBAL 7 MEI

World Teleport Association elects new board members

The World Teleport Association (WTA) has elected four new members to its Board of Directors. They will serve three-year terms from 01 April 2026. The new members are Christine Lawson, VP of Business Development at Kymeta; Adam Goodwin, Head of Satellite at Telstra International; Juliett Bayliss, Sales Director UK for Globecast; and Gianluca Baldassarre, SVP Line of of Business Satellite Communications for Telespazio, and SVP International Marketing & Sales for Leonardo Space Division.

GERMANY 7 MEI

ARD extends contract with SES Astra until 2039

German public broadcaster ARD is extending its partnership with the satellite operator SES Astra until 2039. As a result, the ARD's regional broadcasters will continue to transmit their TV programmes via satellite for the next thirteen years. The deal ensures continuity of ARD's programming via the Astra 19.2 degrees East orbital position until the end of the next decade, providing certainty for ARD viewers. Oliver Werner of ARD's technical unit said satellite transmission will remain an essential component

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