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Satellite Technologies (Satellite) stories

Satellites are spatial objects placed in orbit to communicate with the Earth and provide a wide range of information services. Earth observation, communication, navigation as well as military are some of the main ways satellites are utilised.

Every satellite has its own trajectory according to its type. There are Low Earth Orbit (LEO), Geosynchronous Earth Orbit (GEO) and Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) Satellites. Nowadays, 4,550 satellites are in orbit of the Earth, though 80 of them are LEO ones
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Deloitte forecasts AI, data centres & media shifts by 2026

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Deloitte predicts agentic AI boom, surging data centre and sovereign compute spend, and fast-shifting media habits by 2026.
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BDC backs defence-sector, dual-use chip & rocket ventures

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BDC launches its Defence Platform with CAD $6.2 million for Canada Rocket Company and a pre-seed bet on AI chip startup Irréversible.
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One NZ sees festive mobile data & satellite use surge

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One NZ logs 17.4% New Year mobile data spike and 50% holiday satellite user jump as Kiwis head off-grid and demand always-on coverage.
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Astroscale wins ESA study for in-orbit satellite upgrades

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Astroscale UK lands ESA’s IRUS study with a EUR €399,000 deal to explore in-orbit satellite upgrades with BAE Systems as lead customer.
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US company Bourns tries to take over New Zealand chip maker Rakon

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US firm Bourns launches NZD $356m bid for loss‑making Rakon, offering NZD $1.55 a share and locking up 41% of the chip maker’s stock.
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MDA Space adds space situational awareness to Dept. of Defence

Fri, 26th Sep 2025
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ThothX will partner with MDA Space to enhance space situation awareness, boosting Canada’s orbital security amid growing space congestion and threats.
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Akula Tech launches AI-powered Nexus-01 satellite with real-time data

Fri, 29th Aug 2025
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Melbourne’s Akula Tech has launched Australia’s most advanced AI-powered smart satellite, Nexus-01, enabling real-time data analysis from orbit.
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Canada's new space race is about one main thing: Satellites

Fri, 15th Aug 2025
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Canada is accelerating its space ambitions, aiming to lead the next era of space exploration with innovative technology and bold missions.
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Europe approves 862-870 MHz band for satellite IoT expansion

Thu, 31st Jul 2025
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Europe has approved the 862-870 MHz band for satellite IoT, enabling broader LoRaWAN connectivity for low-power devices in remote and underserved areas.
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Satellite thermal imaging brings new era for emissions reporting

Thu, 26th Jun 2025
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Satellite thermal imaging now tracks industrial CO2 emissions at facility level, offering independent and real-time verification of environmental impacts.
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One New Zealand & Starlink launch nationwide IoT satellite network

Fri, 13th Jun 2025
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One New Zealand and Starlink launch IoT satellite network providing SMS and data coverage nationwide, including 40% of the country lacking cell towers.
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One NZ satellite texting hits one million message milestone

Wed, 23rd Apr 2025
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One NZ's satellite service has surpassed one million free texts in under four months, enhancing connectivity during emergencies like Cyclone Tam.
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Satellite IoT to transform South Australian resource monitoring

Thu, 17th Apr 2025
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South Australia's Kanyini satellite now uses Myriota's IoT payload to monitor water, soil, and agriculture remotely, boosting sustainability and efficiency.
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Neo Space partners with Uzbekistan Airways for in-flight WiFi

Mon, 7th Apr 2025
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Neo Space Group has partnered with Uzbekistan Airways to introduce in-flight high-speed internet on A321neo aircraft, enhancing passenger connectivity by 2026.
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Broadcom unveils VeloSky for seamless converged networking

Fri, 7th Mar 2025
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Broadcom has launched VeloSky, a unified solution enabling Communication Service Providers to seamlessly integrate fibre, cellular and satellite services.
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Australia's Kanyini satellite sends first images from space

Fri, 28th Feb 2025
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Australia's first state-funded satellite, Kanyini, has successfully captured initial images from space, marking a significant milestone for the nation's space mission.
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Students meet Valkyries at NSSLGlobal in inspirational event

Thu, 27th Feb 2025
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Students from Royal Alexandra & Albert School were inspired by The Valkyries, the all-female Royal Navy team, during a visit to NSSLGlobal in Redhill.
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Satellite connectivity sees growth with new operators in 2024

Thu, 9th Jan 2025
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A new report from GSMA Intelligence reveals a surge in satellite connectivity, with nearly 100 operators now seeking to enhance global mobile coverage.
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Kacific unveils SatPack for remote satellite internet access

Tue, 26th Nov 2024
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Kacific Broadband Satellites Group has launched SatPack, a portable satellite internet solution designed to provide connectivity in remote Asia-Pacific regions.
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Intellian's compact panels launch for OneWeb's LEO network

Mon, 18th Nov 2024
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Intellian Technologies has launched its Compact Flat Panel Series, enhancing global connectivity for Eutelsat Group’s OneWeb LEO network users.