GSOA

🌐 Isabelle Mauro spoke to Torsten Kriening of SpaceWatch.Global, highlighting GSOA’s evolution into a broader industry association, now including ground segment operators, manufacturers, platforms, launchers, and software providers. Key priorities for GSOA members are: 📡 Securing spectrum for existing and emerging services 🌱 Promoting space sustainability through GSOA Code of Conduct 🔗 Integrating terrestrial and non-terrestrial technologies 🌍 Bridging the digital divide The 'Connecting the World from the Skies' conference underscored the growing interest in satellite technology, with industry representatives like BMW Group and aramco attending, and emphasised the need for collaboration between policymakers and industry to drive satellite growth. 🚀 Watch the full interview 👇👉 https://lnkd.in/e8AuxmqU #satellite4life #spectrum #industry #policy #sustainability Irina Petrov Natalia V. Peng Zhao

🌍 GSOA was honoured to take part in the “Connecting from the Skies” conference in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia this week. We delivered a keynote on the integration of NTNs in future connectivity and the global #NTN vision for #WRC27. The industry's future lies in a converged, multi-access network architecture integrating terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks (TN/NTN) to achieve universal connectivity. This requires strong cross-industry collaboration, supportive spectrum policies, and flexible, balanced regulatory frameworks. WRC-27 will be key to unlocking the full potential of TN/NTN connectivity. 🚀 🌐 GSOA also participated in a World Economic Forum Roundtable on space sustainability, where we shared our Code of Conduct on Space Sustainability (https://lnkd.in/eFVF4rse, https://lnkd.in/eBSWZYpf). We also highlighted the industry's commitment to engage with regulators on the timely development and implementation of appropriate regulations based on peer-reviewed scientific analysis, as well as collaborate with academia and the scientific community on space sustainability studies. 🌱 📡 The Communications, Space & Technology Commission (CST) hosted a meeting with GSOA and its members to discuss common priorities such as spectrum licensing, the WRC-27 Agenda, space sustainability, and NTN-TN integration. 🙏 GSOA extends its thanks to the Communications, Space & Technology Commission (CST) for the excellent organization of this important gathering of policymakers and industry leaders. #satellite4life #satellite #spectrum #licensing #spacesustainability Isabelle Mauro Natalia V. Peng Zhao Irina Petrov

🌍 Today, on The International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the EQUALS - The Global Partnership for Gender Equality in the Digital Age stands together to address technology facilitated gender-based violence (TFGBV). 🔶In 22 countries, 58% of all young women and girls, between 15 and 25 years of age, have been subjected to online harassment (Goulds, 2020). 🔶85 percent of women globally who spend time online have witnessed TFGBV against other women (The Economist Intelligence Unit, 2021). 🔶Safety and security concerns are a key barrier preventing women in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) from adopting mobile internet and is the top barrier to further use (GSMA, 2024). At #EQUALS, the Access Coalition is committed to bridging the digital gender divide by promoting safe, inclusive, and empowering online environments for all women and girls. Today, let’s reaffirm our dedication to ending violence against women in all forms - both offline and online. Join us in spreading awareness and advocating for a safer digital future for women everywhere! #OrangeTheWorld #EndViolenceAgainstWomen #DigitalInclusion #EQUALS Isabelle Mauro Natalia V. Irina Petrov Peng Zhao

💫GSOA had the opportunity to participate in the special session ‘Follow-up to the implementation of the Roadmap for the adoption of the initiatives contained in the resolution (AG/Res. 2966) for the Expansion of ICTs in Rural or Underserved Areas: Case Colombia’ held in during the 42nd Meeting of the CITEL Inter-American Telecommunication Commission Standing Steering Committee (COM/CITEL). 🌐Digital technologies are fundamentally transforming our world and we have to ensure that technological advances are inclusive and do not turn the digital divide into a chasm. ⚖️It is crucial to develop public policies that prioritise the deployment of infrastructure best suited to the needs of the underserved areas by creating a flexible regulatory framework that is able to adapt to market changes and that encourages competition and investment in the satellite sector. 🛰️Colombia's Res 376 is a great example, as it lightens and encourages the penetration of satellite services by eliminating the need for satellite registration for operators; This relieves satellite operators of a lot of regulatory burden and costs.     💫GSOA tuvo la oportunidad de participar ayer en la session especial “Seguimiento a la implementación de la Hoja de Ruta para la adopción de las iniciativas contenidas en la resolución (AG/Res. 2966) para la Expansión de las TIC en Áreas Rurales o Insuficientemente Atendidas: Caso Colombia” llevada a cabo en el marco de la 42ª Reunión del Comité Directivo Permanente de la CITEL Inter-American Telecommunication Commission (COM/CITEL). 🌐Las tecnologías digitales están transformando nuestro mundo de forma fundamental y debemos asegurarnos de que lo avances tecnológicos son inclusivos y no convierten la brecha digital en un abismo. ⚖️Es crucial desarrollar políticas públicas que den prioridad al depliegue de la infraestructura mas acorde a las necesidades de las areas desatendidas creando un marco regulatorio flexible, capaz de adaptarse a los cambios de mercado y que fomente la competencia y la inversión en el sector satelital.   🛰️Cabe destacar la Res 376 de Colombia como gran ejemplo, ya que aligera y alienta la penetración de servicios satelitales dado que eliminó la necesidad de un registro satelital para los operadores. Esto libera a los operadores satelitales de mucha carga regulatoria y costos. #satellite4life #satellite #connectivity #digital #regulatory #investment Natalia V. Isabelle Mauro Peng Zhao Irina Petrov

🚀What an amazing 3-day experience at #SpaceTechExpo Europe 2024!🌟 This event continues to be the premier hub for professionals in the space sector, bringing together manufacturers, suppliers, and innovators to showcase the latest technologies and advancements in space exploration, satellite systems, and connectivity. 🎙️ GSOA hosted a panel session on "Flexibility, Scalability, and Improved Latency: Why Multi-orbit SATCOM is the Connectivity of the Future," featuring Per Koch of Cobham Satcom, Kerstin Roost 📡🛰 of ST Engineering iDirect, and Fulvio Sansone of neXat. The panellists discussed how multi-orbit SATCOM is revolutionising connectivity, with a focus on: 💡 Innovations in managing lower bandwidth and data transmission to enhance service quality. 🌐 Building a unified network that integrates multi-orbit satellite systems (#LEO, #MEO, and #GEO) with terrestrial infrastructure for seamless connectivity across industries. 🔄 Navigating operational complexities to deliver seamless service switching between orbits, ensuring uninterrupted, high-speed, and low-latency connections - no matter where users are located. 🌍 The demand for multi-orbit SATCOM solutions is expected to soar as industries such as maritime, aviation, automotive, and government agencies look for more reliable, secure, and flexible communication networks. 🌐🔗 By leveraging multiple orbits, the industry can provide solutions with higher bandwidth, improved latency, and greater flexibility, reshaping industries and unlocking new capabilities for global connectivity. 🚀🌍 We are excited to see what the future holds and can’t wait for #SpaceTech Expo Europe 2025! 🔭🚀 #satellite4space #connectivity #space #satellite #IoT #networks Irina Petrov Isabelle Mauro Natalia V. Peng Zhao Margherita Cargasacchi Joanna Morris

🚀 Two weeks of intense meetings for ITU-D Study Group 1 and Study Group 2 have now successfully concluded. We are making significant progress, with multiple interim reports approved, including one on "Transformative Connectivity: Trends in Satellite Innovation", which underscores the importance of collaboration in advancing universal meaningful connectivity for the future. 🌐📡 As we look ahead to #WTDC25, GSOA is excited to continue our preparatory work for the conference, with a special focus on the future cycle and its impact on connectivity. 🔧💡 👏 Great leadership from all the Chairs and Rapporteurs! A special thank you to Rosheen Awotar-Mauree from the International Telecommunication Union for her ongoing support. 🙏 #satellite4life #ITU #connectivity #SatelliteInnovation Natalia V. Isabelle Mauro Peng Zhao Irina Petrov

🌐 GSOA was proud to participate in the 25th Meeting of the South Asian Telecommunication Regulators' Council (SATRC-25) conference, held from November 11-13, 2024 in New Delhi, India. The event was organised by Asia-Pacific Telecommunity (APT) and kindly hosted by Telecom Regulatory Authority of India(TRAI).   As part of the "Regulator-Industry Dialogue: Digital Connectivity" sessions, we shared satellite industry perspectives on key topics such as: 📡 Cost-effective deployment of satellite solutions for rural, unserved, and underserved areas ⚖️ Best practices on satellite licensing including legal interception and spectrum fees   GSOA greatly valued the opportunity to engage with telecommunications regulators from across South Asia. By fostering open dialogue between industry stakeholders and policymakers, events like SATRC-25 are vital in driving progress toward expanding digital access and inclusion.   We look forward to continued collaboration with regulators in the region to harness the full potential of satellite technology in bridging the digital divide. 🚀 #satellite4life #satellite #connectivity #DigitalInclusion   Peng Zhao Isabelle Mauro Natalia V. Irina Petrov

🌍GSOA participated in the Sub-Sahara Spectrum Management Conference 2024 in Nairobi last week, where regulators and industry leaders got together to shape the future of connectivity across the continent. Our experts contributed to three pivotal sessions: 📱 Advancing Towards an integrated and inclusive 5G Strategy Stephane MEBALEY EKOME of SES Satellites highlighted the importance of satellite solution for 5G, sharing insights on how satellite can complement terrestrial mobile network to address Africa’s coverage challenges and support growth across sectors like healthcare, agriculture, and transportation. 🌐 Bridging the Connectivity Gap We explored how spectrum policies can address Africa's digital divide and foster inclusive, accessible connectivity, especially in underserved communities. 🚀 Path Towards WRC-27 Peng Zhao discussed key priorities for #WRC27, emphasizing the need for collaborative regional efforts to enhance spectrum policy and prepare for the next wave of connectivity advancements. We are grateful for the opportunity to contribute to these important conversations on Africa’s digital future. #satellite4life #SSSMC2024 #connectivity #digitaldivide #spectrum #5G #SubSaharaSpectrum Forum Europe Isabelle Mauro Natalia V. Irina Petrov

Welcome to GSOA family Plan-S Satellite and Space Technologies! We are thrilled to have you as a full member. Looking forward to working with you! 🚀

We are pleased to announce that we are now a full member of the Global Satellite Operators Association GSOA, the global voice of the satellite industry. This important step will support our efforts to advance innovative solutions and satellite-based services worldwide. #WeArePlanS #PlanS #GSOA