Latest Developments
More...Chandler, Ariz., June 15, 2026
Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL) today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell most of its Satellite and Space Communications (“S&S”) segment to Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: GILT, TASE: GILT), and become a focused public safety technology company. The Transaction was unanimously approved by the boards of directors of both Comtech and Gilat.
The May-June 2026 issue of the Satellite Executive Briefing featuring:
Key Takeaways from Satellite 2026 by Elisabeth Tweedie
Plus Product Spotlights, Product and Services Guide to Satellite Asia 2026, Mergers and Acquisitions, Executive Moves, Market Trends and many more.Click here to read or download the pdf file
Executive Moves
More...Elche, Spain, June 5, 2026
PLD Space, an international space transportation company, has appointed Candace Johnson, one of the most prominent and influential figures in the global space industry, as a new independent board member.
Dover, Del. June 4, 2026
The Consortium for Execution of Rendezvous and Servicing Operations (CONFERS) today announced the results of its recent Board of Directors and Executive Committee elections, reaffirming the organization’s commitment to advancing industry-led standards, best practices, and international collaboration for in-space servicing, assembly, and manufacturing (ISAM), rendezvous and proximity operations (RPO) and on-orbit servicing (OOS).
Market Trends
More...Bengalaru, India, June 8, 2026
India's space startup ecosystem has entered its first true execution and commercialization phase, according to the latest assessment by SatNxt. The Indian Space Startup Ecosystem Report 2026 provides a data-led, bottom-up assessment of 230+ active Indian space startups, evaluating technology maturity, execution readiness, capital allocation, business models, and value chain positioning across the full private space sector.
Bengalaru, India, June 8, 2026
The global satellite direct-to-device (D2D) market is projected to reach US$ 27.7 billion by 2035, according to a new study by SatNxt. The Global Satellite Direct-to-Device (D2D) Market, 2025–2035 report provides long-term forecasts for adoption and monetization across the full D2D service ladder, including SOS alerts, messaging, voice, and satellite-enabled data services.
Products and Services
More...Singapore, May 20, 2026
Profiles of products and services showcased at Satellite Asia 2026 in Singapore. To view the profiles click here. (You will need Adobe Acrobat reader to view the profiles)
Pfäffikon, Switzerland, April 24, 2026
GB News has launched in India as part of a new distribution deal with NeoTV+, giving the channel access to a fast-growing English-speaking audience across Asia and accelerating its international expansion. The People’s Channel is now available to viewers across India and wider Asia via the NeoTV+ app, under an agreement delivered in partnership with technology provider iKO Media Group (iKOMG).
