Tag: IoT
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OQ Technology and O2 Telefónica Partner to Enable Global 5G IoT Roaming via NTN
OQ Technology, the world’s first and fastest-growing 5G NTN IoT LEO satellite operator, has signed a commercial agreement with O2 Telefónica, a leading German telecommunications provider. This partnership will enable 5G roaming for Narrowband IoT (NB-IoT) solutions worldwide, combining O2 Telefónica’s cellular connectivity with OQ Technology’s non-terrestrial network (NTN) services. For business customers across industries…
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AAC Clyde Commences INFLECION Project for Maritime Ecosystem
AAC Clyde Space has announced the start of the INFLECION project, a transformative initiative made possible by a newly signed 0.85 MEUR (approx. 9.5 MSEK) contract with the European Space Agency (ESA). This order covers the first phase, which will be completed by the end of 2025. This marks the beginning of a project that…
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Exolaunch to Deploy 27 Satellites on Transporter-13 Rideshare Mission with SpaceX
Exolaunch, the global leader in launch mission management, satellite integration, and deployment services, is preparing for the upcoming Transporter-13 rideshare mission with SpaceX. Scheduled for no earlier than March 2025, the mission will lift off from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. Exolaunch will deploy satellites from 14 countries while showcasing its latest technological innovation:…
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Rocket Lab Successfully Deploys Next Five Satellites for Kinéis IoT Constellation
Rocket Lab USA, a global company in launch services and space systems, successfully launched its 59th Electron mission, deploying five satellites to Low Earth Orbit for French Internet-of-Things (IoT) constellation operator Kinéis. The “IOT 4 You and Me” mission lifted-off from Rocket Lab Launch Complex 1 in Mahia, New Zealand at 9:43 am NZDT on…
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MSSA and 5GAA Collaborate on Integrating Terrestrial and Non-Terrestrial Networks
The Mobile Satellite Services Association (MSSA) and the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) are pleased to announce an alliance to advance global collaboration in the integration of terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks (NTNs), particularly focusing on Direct-to-Device (D2D) and IoT services. This collaboration underscores both organizations’ commitment to expanding the reach of mobile connectivity and addressing future…
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Spectrum Challenges for Emerging Direct-to-Device Satellite Services
Summit Ridge Group, LLC and TMF Associates, leading financial and industry consulting boutiques focused on the telecom, media, and satellite industries, are pleased to announce the release of their joint white paper, “Spectrum for Emerging Direct-to-Device Satellite Operators”. This detailed analysis examines the technological, regulatory, and economic challenges to finding appropriate spectrum for direct-to-device services.…
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Rocket Lab Schedules Fourth Electron Launch for Kinéis’ IoT Satellite Constellation
Rocket Lab USA a leading launch provider and space systems company, announced it has scheduled the next Electron launch for Kinéis, a global Internet-of-Things (IoT) connectivity provider. The “IOT 4 You and Me” mission is scheduled to launch during the window that opens on February 4th NZDT. Within the multi-day window, there is an instantaneous…
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Quectel Launches Ultra-Compact LS550G GNSS Module for Precision IoT Applications
Quectel Wireless Solutions, a global IoT solutions provider, is excited to introduce the LS550G, an ultra-compact multi-constellation GNSS module engineered for fast and accurate positioning. With its 5mm x 5mm x 1.05mm form factor, the LS550G is the ideal power solution and space-sensitive applications, especially those that require very thin modules including portable and wearable…
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EchoStar Mobile Partners with Murata and Kyocera AVX to Launch Satellite IoT Connectivity Solution
EchoStar Mobile, an EchoStar company, announced a strategic partnership with Murata Manufacturing Co., a leading designer and manufacturer of high-density modules, and KYOCERA AVX, a market leader in multi-band antenna solutions, to bring a highly effective and unique satellite IoT connectivity solution to the European and North American markets. Designed for industries such as agriculture,…
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VIAVI and Rohde & Schwarz Develops Testing Solution to Evaluate 3GPP 5G NTN Standards
Viavi Solutions Inc. and Rohde & Schwarz to collaborate with SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation to establish Japan’s first 5G Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) demonstration facility, dubbed the “Universal NTN Innovation Lab.” Located at the Yokohama Satellite Control Center, the NTN Lab aims to advance SKY Perfect JSAT’s vision of “Universal NTN,” which leverages cutting-edge technology to…