Euroconsult, a global strategy consulting and market intelligence firm specialized in the space sector and satellite-enabled verticals, has launched its latest white paper, "Beyond the Stars: The Middle East’s Space Ecosystem on the Move." This in-depth analysis reveals the astounding growth potential of the Middle East's space sector, projecting a monumental surge to US$ 75 billion by 2032, reshaping the global space narrative.

A New Space Ecosystem Emerges

Telenor Satellite, a leading European provider of satellite TV broadcast and VSAT data communications services for maritime and land-based sectors, has today announced that its acquisition by Space Norway has been ratified following approval from the Norwegian Parliament.  The transaction was closed with the formal signing of the agreement on January 4th 2024.

Parks Associates’ latest update of the firm’s Streaming Video Tracker reveals that just 5% of US internet households have only a pay-TV service, indicating legacy pay-TV companies continue to lose subscribers to streaming video services. However, the average annualized industry churn rate for streaming services is 50%, meaning many streaming services are also struggling to keep their customers.

​​​​​​​Commercis Plc, a parent company of Talia, DataGrid Network and Quika, and a leading provider of connectivity and technology solutions today announced the appointment of Steve Tunnicliffe as a Board Member. Steve will assume the role of advisor and will work closely with the management team providing strategic insights and management skills to optimize operations, foster innovation, and capitalize on emerging opportunities. 
​​​​​​​Ovzons proprietary developed satellite Ovzon 3 has now successfully been launched from SpaceX Cape Canaveral launch site in Florida, USA. Ovzon 3 will enter into service by mid-year 2024, when it has reached its orbital position.
EchoStar Corporation (Nasdaq: SATS) ("EchoStar") announced today the completion of its acquisition of DISH Network Corporation ("DISH Network") on December 31, 2023. To complete the acquisition, a wholly owned subsidiary of EchoStar merged with and into DISH Network, with DISH Network surviving the merger as a wholly owned subsidiary of EchoStar. As previously announced, as a result of the merger, each share of DISH Network Class A Common Stock and DISH Network Class C Common Stock converted into 0.350877 shares of EchoStar Class A Common Stock, and each share of DISH Network Class B Common Stock converted into 0.350877 shares of EchoStar Class B Common Stock.
The World Radiocommunication Conference 2023 (WRC-23) held in Dubai from November 20 to December 15, 2023 addressed the increasing demand for spectrum and the evolving technological landscape in the digital era, with a particular focus on cybersecurity. The article explores the impact of WRC-23 on 5G and 6G, the Internet of Things (IoT), satellite communications, and the crucial role of cybersecurity in shaping the future of radiocommunications. The conference's decisions on spectrum allocation are set to influence the characteristics, potential benefits, and challenges of future networks, ensuring secure operation. The article concludes that WRC-23 has laid a comprehensive framework for a secure, resilient, and innovative radiocommunications infrastructure, enabling new technologies, enhancing cybersecurity, and supporting growth across industries and societies.
The leading strategic space consulting and market intelligence firm Euroconsult has released the 23rd edition of its annual Government Space Program report confirming the growing financial efforts achieved by governments in the space sector. Keen to capitalize on the expanding space economy and to further strengthen their sovereign capabilities, government space expenditures have increased to $117 billion, a 15% increase compared to last year.