iDirect Government (iDirectGov), a leading provider of satellite communications to the military and government, has named Derek Davis as senior vice president of sales.

In this leadership role, Davis will be responsible for establishing and driving the company's overall sales, business development and execution. This includes promoting innovation, increasing defense outreach and providing excellent value to the Department of Defense and the company’s partners.

ETL Systems, a global manufacturer and distributor of critical RF equipment for satellite ground stations and RF components, has announced a new senior appointment as growth continues for the Herefordshire-based company.

Fleet Space is delighted to announce the appointment of Dr Matteo Genna as its new Chief Technology Officer (CTO).

XipLink, the technology leader in Wireless Link Optimization is proud to announce that Sasmith Reddi has re-joined the XipLink team as Senior Vice President of Marketing. As a member of the senior management team, he will also participate in the strategic direction for the company while leading a cohesive strategy into multi-orbit hybrid network software and services. XipLink is already an established leader in satellite-based bonding technology while aggregating several link types including cellular, terrestrial microwave and the emerging Starlink and OneWeb LEO constellations.

The Board of The Global Satellite Operators Association (GSOA) today announced the election of Telesat’s CEO Dan Goldberg as its new Chair. Eva Berneke, CEO of Eutelsat was also elected co-Vice Chair, alongside Ali Al Hashemi, CEO of Yahsat, who was appointed earlier this year.

USSI Global, a turnkey provider of customized network, broadcast and digital signage systems and services worldwide, has promoted Dan Roberts to Chief Financial Officer (CFO) effective immediately. His promotion follows five years as Vice President of Accounting and Finance, a period over which USSI Global revenues doubled with the help of his vision and leadership. Roberts will continue to report to CEO David Christiano, with his focus shifting from daily financial operations to executive management and strategic growth initiatives.

Forsway, a Swedish provider of innovative, cost-efficient solutions and equipment for enabling satellite broadband connectivity in underserved regions, today announced that Board member Bengt Jonsson has been appointed as the technology company’s Chairman. Bengt joined the Forsway Board of Directors in January 2021, and takes over from Mats Andersson, who served as Chairman from May 2014 – May 2023. Andersson continues to support Forsway as a member of the Board.

SES announces today that Steve Collar, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), will be stepping down at the end of June 2023 to pursue other professional and personal endeavours. The search for a successor is underway and Ruy Pinto, currently Chief Technology Officer of SES, will assume the role of CEO until a permanent successor is announced.

Quantum Space, a leader in enabling space transportation and infrastructure in geostationary orbit (GEO) and cislunar space, today announced industry veteran and current Chief Operating Officer, Kerry Wisnosky, has been named president and CEO of the company.

Zvi Golod (1943-2023), a leading luminary in the realm of satellite communications, embarked on a transformative journey that spanned tumultuous decades and reshaped the landscape of modern communications technology. Educated amid the backdrop of the vibrant 60s, Zvi's indomitable spirit led him to pursue a path of innovation and discovery that has left an indelible mark in the telecommunications industry.