The EUROPE and UK’s satellite solutions market will reach new heights in 2024, driving innovation that is reshaping industries and transforming our world. High-throughput satellites (HTS), including the nextgen Very—and Ultra-High Throughput Satellites (VHTS and UHTS), are delivering exceptional data speeds, answering the ever-growing demand for faster, more reliable connections.
Software-defined satellites are taking flexibility to the next level, allowing real-time updates while in orbit. Similarly, NonGeostationary Orbit (NGSO) Satellites are reducing latency and boosting coverage, bringing high-speed internet to even the most remote areas. In-orbit servicing (IoS) is extending satellite lifespans, enabling repairs and upgrades while they are still in space.
Looking ahead, AI is supercharging satellite operations by optimizing data processing and predicting maintenance needs. Multi-orbit constellations, blending satellites from LEO, MEO, and GEO, ensure seamless coverage. Sustainability is now a priority, with efforts to reduce space debris and adopt eco-friendly materials.
From connecting remote devices in the Internet of Things (IoT) to Earth Observation (EO) satellites monitoring climate change, the UK’s satellite industry is leading the charge into the future. With every new advancement, the market is breaking barriers, delivering solutions that will shape tomorrow’s world.
This edition on Satellite 2024 features Space Aye, a Scottish space tech company focusing on integrating real-time satellite imagery with IoT data to offer enhanced insights and decision-making capabilities.
Along with this, we also feature thought leadership articles and industry insights from other expert CXOs like Sven Rensmeyer, Military Surveillance Expert at EUROCONTROL and Ross Peterson, Director of Engineering and Reliability, Piedmont Airlines, offering their opinions on the currently used business practices. We hope these valuable insights from industry leaders, as well as solutions and services from trading firms featured in this edition, will assist you in making informed decisions for your businesses.
