Drawing from first-hand insights at Satellite 2025, MWC Barcelona, and GSTCE, ABI Research’s latest whitepaper explores how space and telecom industries are converging, reshaping connectivity, earth observation, and infrastructure strategies.
Key Takeaways Include:
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Direct-to-Cellular (D2C) & 5G NTN: Companies like AST SpaceMobile and Globalstar are exploring how satellite and terrestrial networks can deliver seamless mobile broadband and private network slices.
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Space-Telco Convergence: From Globalstar's Band 53 integration to HFR Mobile's satellite/private cellular prototype, a unified network vision is emerging for enterprise-grade NTN connectivity.
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Vertical Integration on the Rise: Rocket Lab, Mynaric, and others are racing to replicate SpaceX’s vertically integrated model to cut costs and boost innovation.
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Earth Observation Growth: Companies like BlackSky and Eartheye Space Technologies are expanding high-res imaging and AI-powered geospatial intelligence into defense, finance, and climate monitoring.
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Sovereign Space Momentum: Rising geopolitical uncertainty is prompting renewed investment in sovereign satellite infrastructure and EU-led D2C initiatives.
Download the whitepaper to see how these trends are redefining space tech’s role in telecom, defense, and data-driven industries.
