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Market Trends

Campbell, Calif., May 15, 2025 --Mobile Experts released a new report today, illustrating the economic rationale for mobile operators to use Satellite Direct-to-Device services instead of building additional rural towers. In this new report, the satellite constellations are explained in detail, with thoughtful analysis that illustrates how the business models will evolve to serve consumer and enterprise customers in hard-to-reach areas.

Ontario, Calif., May 13, 2025 - According to DataIntelo, the satellite simulators market size is poised for significant growth, projected to escalate from USD 1.2 billion in 2023 to an estimated USD 2.3 billion by 2032, reflecting a robust compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5% during the forecast period. This expansion is primarily fueled by the increasing adoption of satellite simulators in various sectors such as military, telecommunications, and research, driven by the rising demand for satellite technology in numerous applications. 

Executive Moves and Views

Ibrahim Abdulla Al-Hammadi.jpgDoha, Qatar, May 12, 2025 - Satellite Markets and Research Editor-in-Chief Virgil Labrador spoke with Interview with Ibrahim Abdulla Al-Hammadi, Executive Director of Sales at satellite operator Es’hailSat. We focused our discussion on the VSAT services,  Excerpts of the interview follows:

 

 

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 12, 2025--Satellite Markets and Research Editor-in-Chief Virgil Labrador spoke with  Eng. Abdulaziz S. Alfarraj, CEO of  NSG Geospatial Services on their company's geospatial capabilities. With over 24 years of experience in leadership roles within the geospatial and technology sectors, Abdulaziz S. Alfarraj has been at the forefront of advancing Saudi Arabia’s capabilities in Geospatial, Earth Observation, and Remote Sensing technologies. Throughout his distinguished career, which spans key positions at King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology, the Ministry of Interior, and currently NSG Geospatial Services (previously Taqnia ETS), Alfarraj has consistently leveraged the potential of geospatial technologies to drive product localization and spearhead national development in this critical technological field. Excerpts of the interview follows:

Products and Services

Profiles of key products and services showcased at SATExpo (colocated withCABSAT) 2025 in Dubai, UAE and Satellite Asia (formerly CommunicAsia) 2025 in Singapore. To view the profiles click here. You will need Adobe Acrobat re

 

 

Dubai, UAE, May 14, 2025 – ABS (Agility Beyond Space), a global satellite operator, and SpaceBridge, a  provider of satellite network equipment solutions, have announced an intent to enter into a strategic collaboration to enhance managed data services across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA).

Events

Dubai, UAE, May 12, 2025 - Decision makers and policy pioneers from the space sector will gather in Dubai to discuss trends and challenges in the new space economy at SATExpo Middle East 2025, which takes place from May 13 to 15, 2025, at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC).

London, UK,  May 12, 2025 – IBC2025 is now open for registration, with the global media, entertainment and technology community set to gather at the RAI Amsterdam from 12–15 September. As the industry’s most important international platform, IBC drives innovation, collaboration, and real-world business success across the content and technology ecosystem. With a dynamic four-day exhibition and a three-day conference, IBC2025 promises to connect professionals from across the media and entertainment (M&E) landscape – from broadcasters and streamers to tech pioneers and content creators.