Sat-Lite Technologies, a manufacturer of satellite ground station antennas, today announced the expansion of its sales and go-to-market organization to better serve its rapidly growing global customer base. As part of this strategic growth initiative, Sat-Lite has appointed industry veteran Steve Richeson as Vice President of Growth. 

The Space Data Association has appointed Eutelsat’s David Zamora as its new Chairman. David is a seasoned space industry professional with over 20 years of experience in Flight Dynamics and Space Situational Awareness (SSA).

Terran Orbital, a Lockheed Martin Company and a leading manufacturer of satellite solutions, announced today the appointment of Michael Vishion as vice president of program management. Vishion reports to Peter Krauss, chief executive officer

Qvest, a global leader in media-focused services, announced today the appointment of Thorsten Sauer as CEO of Qvest Group GmbH. In his new role, he will be responsible for driving the company’s strategic development and transforming the strong internationalization of recent years into an integrated organization with a clear focus on profitable growth. Thorsten Sauer will assume operational responsibility on January 15, 2026, succeeding Peter Nöthen as CEO. 

Maritime Launch Services Inc. (Cboe CA: MAXQ, OTCQB: MAXQF) today announced the appointment of Melissa Quinn as Vice President, Spaceport Operations, a key leadership role as the company intensifies development and preparations for Canada’s first orbital launches from Spaceport Nova Scotia.

The Space Data Association announces that Diana McKissock, Director, Space Domain Awareness Partnership and Coalition Engagement (SPACE) Office is posthumously awarded the 2025 T.S. Kelso Space Safety Award. The award was presented to Diana’s family by Space Data Association Chairman, Joe Chan at the DoD Commercial Satcom Workshop being held in Crystal City this week

Airbus DS Government Solutions (ADSGS) today announced a significant leadership transition. After a distinguished career spanning over 45 years in the satellite communications industry, Chris Morris has announced his plans to retire as President & CEO at the end of January 2026. Brandon Stadler, the company’s current Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, has been appointed as his successor. 

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Mary Jane Raymond as an independent director, effective December 11, 2025. Following Raymond’s appointment, the Board consists of eight directors.

Space & Satellite Professionals International (SSPI) today announced the eighth annual 20 Under 35 list, spotlighting rising stars age 35 and under whose achievements are shaping the future of the space and satellite industry. These honorees will be recognized at SSPI’s inaugural Night of Excellence on March 24, 2026 during Satellite 2026, produced by Via Satellite magazine.

The Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA) announced the election of two newly elected Board Directors, K. Aravamudhan, Executive Vice President, Public Policy & Legal, JioStar and Vivek Couto, Co-Founder, CEO and Executive Director, Media Partners Asia. Their extensive experience and deep understanding of the media landscape will bring valuable insights to AVIA’s strategic direction and industry advocacy efforts.