Operators need to extract as much useful capacity as possible from constrained RF resources. They also need to support services that move between satellite and terrestrial networks, work with mobile operators, and remain compatible with standards that are still developing. The choice affects the air interface, along with terminals, payloads, gateways, operations and commercial partnerships.

ETL Systems has announced the acquisition of Amphinicy Technologies, a specialist developer of software solutions for the SATCOM and Earth Observation markets. This acquisition brings together two complementary businesses in the satellite communications sector, creating a more comprehensive offering for an industry undergoing rapid technological change.

Airbus Defence and Space has been awarded a contract by Hisdesat to act as prime contractor for the development and construction of SpainSat NG-III, Europe’s most advanced secure communications satellite.

ALL.SPACE has announced that its next-generation wideband, multi-orbit SATCOM terminal platform, Hydra MAX, is now available to the market. Extending the proven Hydra family, Hydra MAX supports wideband Ka networks with 500 MHz of instantaneous bandwidth per Ka beam while maintaining the platform's simultaneous multi-orbit, on-the-move connectivity.

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions has successfully developed, tested, and delivered advanced turbomachinery supporting development of Lockheed Martin’s advanced ramjet propulsion system.

ST Engineering's Digital Systems business has secured new deployments in Asia outside Singapore in the last few months for its counter-drone capability, reflecting growing demand for effective counter-unmanned aerial system (C-UAS) solutions as defence and security agencies strengthen protection against evolving drone threats.

On 19 June 2026, the Australian Department of Defence signed a contract with Systematic as the supplier for the first tranche of the country's new BMS. The contract forms part of the ambitious LAND 4140 Program intent to conduct continuous modernisation of the Land Command, Control, Communications and Computing Capability. Systematic's Defence solution, SitaWare Headquarters, will now be rolled out to Army to support their critical command and control (BMS Critical C2) needs.

Lite Coms has been awarded a $22 million contract to provide advanced communications capabilities designed to support operational readiness and maintain reliable connectivity in complex and dynamic conditions.

ALL.SPACE has announced that its second-generation terminal, Hydra MAX, has achieved certification for operation on SES's O3b mPOWER network, expanding access to high-performance medium earth orbit (MEO) connectivity for government and defense users.

At the Farnborough International Airshow, Airbus Defence and Space signed an agreement to become the anchor investor in the new E2D dual-use and defence technology growth fund. This strategic investment aims to bolster the European defence ecosystem by providing growth capital to high-tech companies across the continent, thereby strengthening European sovereignty and closing critical capability gaps.