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Satellite Industry response to global pandemic
In these exceptional days where millions are quarantined satellite telecommunications are more than ever a key element in keeping communities connected, informed and protected from isolation.
SAMENA Council’s Board of Directors Sees 5G as a Transformative Change for Industries
SAMENA Council’s Board of Directors Sees 5G as a Transformative Change for Industries; Expects the Council’s Next Leaders’ Summit to Serve as Call for Cross-Industry Collaboration
NGMN ALLIANCE AND ESOA MEMBERS COLLABORATE TO EXTEND RURAL CONNECTIVITY WITH NON-TERRESTRIAL NETWORKS
NGMN Alliance in collaboration with members of ESOA have progressed the development of Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs) as 3GPP enhances 5G to support non-terrestrial access in their Release 17 work programme.
The Satellite Industry Welcomes WRC-19 Decisions
The Global Satellite Coalition praises the work of administrations in recognising the role of satellite services and the benefits they bring to society
Satellite industry calls for pragmatic spectrum allocation decisions ahead of WRC-19
The Global Satellite Coalition asks policymakers to recognise the vast societal benefits that satellite services provide
5G Techritory in the Baltic Sea Region
ESOA partners with 5G Techritory, the 2nd-annual Baltic Sea Region 5G Ecosystem Forum
Joint Statement for an Ambitious Horizon Europe Programme
The undersigned 93 European associations representing key European research & innovation stakeholders, hereby urge the EU Institutions to make research, development and innovation (RD&I) a priority within the next Multiannual Financial Framework 2021-2027
ESOA welcomes the new Chair Khalid Balkheyour, President and Chief Executive Officer of Arabsat
The EMEA Satellite Operators Association elects Khalid Balkheyour, President and CEO of Arabsat as new Chair of the Association; Stephen Spengler, CEO of Intelsat as first Vice-Chair and Kyle Whitehill, CEO of Avanti Communications as second Vice-Chair
ESOA and NGMN sign Co-operation Agreement
ESOA and NGMN Alliance have joined forces to strengthen their relationship and to foster a closer co-operation in the area of integration of satellite solutions in the 5G ecosystem.
'Crisis Connectivity Charter’ Recognized with Industry Award
Society of Satellite Professionals International Better Satellite World Award presented to Signatories of the Crisis Connectivity Charter
ESOA accepted as Market Representation Partner in 3GPP
5G availability to be enhanced by satellite
Satellite Associations Upgrade High-level Cyber Policy Guidelines to Reinforce Supply-Chain Security
Global VSAT Forum and Satellite Industry Association Are Joined by EMEA Satellite Operators Association in Advocacy of Core Best-Practice Principles
Satellite Industry and United Nations to Enter Operational Phase of Crisis Connectivity Charter for Support of Global Disaster Relief
Members of the satellite community have today signed contribution agreements with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), on behalf of the Emergency Telecommunications Cluster (ETC), stepping up their commitment to support global disaster relief.
GLOBAL SATELLITE COALITION’ LAUNCHED BY THE INDUSTRY’S LEADING TRADE ASSOCIATIONS
Satellite Spectrum Advocacy and Promotion of Industry
Value Proposition Affirmed as Coalition’s First Priorities
ESOA welcomes UN Broadband Commission's “Connecting the Other Half” Targets
Satellite Systems vital to bridge the Digital Divide
ESOA and the Sustainable Development Goals - Making a Difference
World Telecommunications Development Conference - ICTs4SDGs
The EMEA Satellite Operators Association welcomes the new Chair Evert Dudok, Executive Vice President of Airbus Defence and Space
ESOA elects Evert Dudok, EVP CIS of Airbus as new Chair of the Association; Stephen Spengler, CEO of Intelsat as a new Vice-Chair and confirms Khalid Balkheyour, CEO of Arabsat as Vice-Chair
ESOA members at the heart of innovation
The Digital Festival was back for another year to light up the European Bubble with stories of innovation, visions of the future and new partnerships. Bringing policymakers, entrepreneurs, technology and industry experts together, the Festival aims to inf
Press release: ESOA participates in Space Forum - ICT Spring 2017
ESOA made the case for satellites in the 5G ecosystem today at the Luxembourg Space Forum.
ESOA calls for Technology Neutrality and Inclusion in Code
As the EP reviews the Commission proposal on the EECC, ESOA urges it to insist on Technology Neutrality and Digital Inclusion.
ESOA Welcomes the European Commission’s ‘Space Strategy for Europe’
ESOA welcomes the European Commission’s “Space Strategy for Europe” and its strategic goals of ensuring the integration of space into society and the economy and, fostering a globally competitive and innovative space sector.
Satellites - Enabling an inclusive and resilient Gigabit Society
Rupert Pearce, Chairman of ESOA, the EMEA Satellite Operators Association today informed European Parliamentarians of the central role of satellite communication services in today’s digitized world.
ESOA Members sign 5G Manifesto with European Commissioner Günther Oettinger
Joining a delegation of telecoms CEOs, members of the Board of the EMEA Satellite Operators Association today welcomed and signed an industry Manifesto that embodied the contribution of key telecoms industry players in shaping the EU vision for 5G.
ESOA participates in Digital Festival 2016
ESOA and its members showcased evolutionary satellite services in Brussels highlighting the role satellite will play in the 5G ecosystem.
Internet of Things - Satellites enabling Smarter Cities
Internet Everywhere, Satellites Everywhere
Connected Cars - Ensuring Resilience and Reach through Satellite
Satellites connecting tomorrow’s vehicles.
ESOA hosts a reception for TiSA negotiators in Geneva
ESOA hosted a reception at the WTO for Ambassadors and TiSA negotiators to highlight the importance of international free trade in services for satellite communications industry.
ESOA responds to Telecoms Framework review consultations
ESOA submitted its response to European Commission’s Public Consultation on the review of the Telecoms Framework. Digital divide still remains an important obstacle to full connectivity of EU citizens and EU should take concrete measures to reduce it.
European Satellite Day 2015 - Bringing Space & Satellites Down to European Schools
Satellite Operators talk to the European School about Space and Satellites
World Radiocommunication Conference 2015 decides Satellite Spectrum is central to future vision for Global Connectivity
Long-term Delivery of Innovative Satellite Services Are Assured a Pivotal Role Alongside Wireless and Other Complementary Technologies
Global satellite communications sector calls for safeguarding of satellite spectrum
ESOA is one of seven non-profit associations to commend the support from major inter-governmental and private-sector organisations to preserve satellite spectrum.
Benefits of C-band for IMT grossly exaggerated
Satellite operators challenge GSMA studies on economic benefits of C-band for IMT
ESOA signs Crisis Connectivity Charter with UN OCHA
World leading satellite operators step up support for the global humanitarian community.
Satellites operators offer support during humanitarian crises
ESOA pledges its support to helping President Juncker address key challenges facing the Union.
ESOA congratulates Roberto Viola, new DG Connect
ESOA congratulates new Directors-General on their appointments, following the Commission's announcement on the reshuffle in major posts.
ESOA congratulates Rupert Pearce, new Chair of ESOA
ESOA Board elected Rupert Pearce, CEO of Inmarsat, as a new ESOA Chairman
ESOA welcomes DSM strategy
ESOA welcomes European Commission proposal on Digital Single Market strategy, but we have high expectations for the Commission to deliver concrete actions.
ESOA expands from Europe to EMEA region
ESOA expands to assert coordinated satellite industry voice in the future communication ecosystem.
Satellites enter zettabyte era
Video traffic is set to dominate IP traffic in the next years to come.
ESOA welcomes the new European Commission
ESOA welcomes the announcement of the allocation of portfolios within the new Juncker Commission.
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Satellite Industry response to global pandemic
In these exceptional days where millions are quarantined satellite telecommunications are more than ever a key element in keeping communities connected, informed and protected from isolation. ▶
SAMENA Council’s Board of Directors Sees 5G as a Transformative Change for Industries
SAMENA Council’s Board of Directors Sees 5G as a Transformative Change for Industries; Expects the Council’s Next Leaders’ Summit to Serve as Call for Cross-Industry Collaboration ▶
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