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Companies, products, funding, standards, partnerships and the policies that shape the geospatial sector.
NautelNav is participating in the development of a field-deployable eLoran station designed to provide resilient Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) capabilities. This system aims to counter GNSS jamming and spoofing, ensuring mission success for defense organizations worldwide.
Source: Inside GNSS
The GSMA's new 'Satellite Regulatory Playbook' provides a framework for African policymakers to navigate the complex shift introduced by Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite constellations. It outlines eight pillars for licensing and regulating direct-to-user satellite services, ensuring consumer…
Source: Tech Africa News
Starlink's rapid expansion in Africa is leading to capacity constraints, with residential kits selling out in 11 urban markets. This indicates strong demand for premium satellite broadband but highlights the urgent need for network expansion to sustain growth and meet customer needs.
Source: Space in Africa
Australia's Top End is undergoing one of its largest-ever regional-scale airborne geophysics survey programs. Funded by the Northern Territory Government and delivered in partnership with Geoscience Australia, these surveys will acquire high-resolution magnetic and radiometric data across nearly…
Source: Spatial Source
South Africa has seen the launch of two new satellite internet services, Amazon's evry and government-backed BrainSAT, offering alternatives to traditional broadband. However, SpaceX's Starlink remains unavailable due to local ownership regulations, despite its superior technology and presence in…
Source: Thecommonsense
Australia's federal government has released a 'Statement on Space' that critics argue is heavy on buzzwords but light on concrete plans. The statement identifies geospatial services, Earth Observation, and PNT as key areas, yet offers no clear strategy for implementation or support.
Source: Spatial Source
Starlink has launched its satellite internet service in Seychelles, marking its 28th market. This move signals a shift in Starlink's African strategy, targeting a highly connected nation to compete on quality and coverage rather than basic availability, amidst growing competition and regulatory…
Source: Business Insider Africa
A new Space in Africa report shows Starlink has expanded to 26 African markets, with Nigeria, Zimbabwe, and Zambia accounting for 64% of its ~300,000 subscribers. The report highlights varying market conditions, regulatory landscapes, and the impact of partnerships like Direct-to-Cell with Airtel…
Source: Space in Africa
The Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) urges African telecom regulators to enhance collaboration and adopt evidence-based decision-making. This approach, leveraging data and market intelligence, aims to improve regulation, protect consumers, and bolster the continent's digital economy amidst…
Source: The Guardian Nigeria
African telecommunications leaders advocate for stronger regulatory cooperation and evidence-based frameworks to address shared challenges like satellite integration, AI, and cybersecurity. They emphasize leveraging data for sound regulatory decisions and fostering systematic knowledge exchange…
Source: Von