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Latest EMEA Developments / Analysis

SES Acquires Intelsat

Betzdorf, Luxembourg,  May 1, 2024 -- Satellite  operators SES and Intelsat announced an agreement for SES to acquire Intelsat through the purchase of 100% of the equity of Intelsat Holdings S.a.r.l. for a cash consideration of US$ 3.1 billion (€2.8 billion) and certain contingent value rights. The combination will create a stronger multi-orbit operator with greater coverage, improved resiliency, expanded suite of solutions, enhanced resources to profitably invest in innovation, and benefit from the collective talent, expertise, and track record of both companies,, according to SES in a statement.

MarketBrief report on Innovations in Satellite Services

MarketBrief report on Innovations in Satellite Services sponsored by iKO Media Group

Featuring:

 Innovations in Satellite Services  by Virgil Labrador

Interview with David Treadway, Chairman of the Board, iKO Media Group

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EMEA Market Trends

Global Connectivity Demands Fuel Rapid Growth of Satellite IoT Market to a US$4 Billion Frontier by 2030

New York City, NY, May 1, 2024 - The satellite Internet of Things (IoT) market is transforming remarkably, driven by technological advancements and an ever-increasing demand for global connectivity. As the world becomes more interconnected, the limitations of terrestrial networks become apparent, particularly in remote and underserved regions. This is where satellite IoT steps in, bridging the gap with its ability to provide widespread, reliable connectivity across the globe. Global technology intelligence firm ABI Research forecasts the market to surge past the US$4 billion mark by 2030, signaling significant growth potential in the market.

Standardization is Key for Enabling Democratization of Optical Communications Technology

Paris, France,  May 1, 2024 – Novaspace, a merger between Euroconsult and SpaceTec Partners, a space consulting and market intelligence firm, anticipates that standardization will drive democratization, catalyzing the fast-paced technological evolution of optical communications and the market. Government-supported standardization efforts, such as the SDA program, have been conducted to drive down costs and enable larger adoption of laser communications technology, which for the moment, remains costly.

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EMEA Executive Moves and Views

Kevin Steen Appointed as President and CEO of Combined Eutelsat America Corp. and OneWeb Technologies

Kevin Steen (Small).jpgParis, France, May 1, 2024 – Eutelsat Group (ISIN: FR0010221234 – Euronext Paris / London Stock Exchange: ETL) announced today that Kevin Steen has been appointed by the Eutelsat America Corp. (EAC) Board of Directors to the position of President and CEO of EAC. He will also continue his existing role as President and CEO of OneWeb Technologies (OWT). EAC and OWT completed their combination earlier this year and will go to market as a single EAC entity.

ABS Names Mark Rigolle as its New CEO

Mark Rigolle.jpgDubai, UAE, April 16, 2024 -  Satellite operator Agility Beyond Space (ABS) announce the appointment of Mark Rigolle as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective April 29, 2024.

 

 

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EMEA Events

CABSAT 2024 to Highlight New Advancements in Media and Satellite Technology with Content Congress and SATExpo Summit

Dubai, UAE, May 1, 2024--CABSAT 2024, the Middle East’s flagship event for content, broadcast, satellite, media, and entertainment, is set to provide participants with the opportunity to learn about the latest developments in global media, entertainment, and technology industries, especially over the course of this year's Content Congress and SATExpo sessions. The latest edition of CABSAT will highlight all the newest advancements in media and satellite technology, starting from May 21 to 23, 2024, at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

CABSAT Marks its 30th Anniversary with Return of Prestigious MENA Co-Production Salon

Dubai, UAE, April 24, 2024 - CABSAT, the flagship event for broadcast, media, satellite, and entertainment industries in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, celebrates its 30th anniversary by continuing its partnership with HConsult, a leading content market specialist in the Arabic-speaking MENA region, to host MENA Co-Production Salon. The exclusive gathering, scheduled from May 21 to 23, 2024 at the Dubai World Trade Centre, is poised to elevate the collaborative spirit that has long been a hallmark of the annual event.

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