[English] Novaspace and the Occitanie Region Launch the Inaugural Space Summit for a Resilient Future in 2026 

Novaspace, with the support of the Occitanie Region, will host the first Space Summit for a Resilient Future on May 12–13, 2026 in Toulouse. This international gathering will bring together more than 500 leaders from government, industry, and academia to explore how space can strengthen resilience, sustainability, sovereignty, and innovation. Set in the heart of Europe’s leading space region, the summit will also feature exclusive Learning Expeditions across Toulouse’s world-class industrial and research sites.

NGSO set to disrupt In-Flight Connectivity Landscape 

Novaspace’s latest report, the 13th edition of its Prospects for In-Flight Connectivity Report, finds NGSO services poised to revolutionize in-flight connectivity standards. NGSO’s share of commercial aviation IFC is set to skyrocket from just 1% in 2024 to 63% by 2034, driving 76% of total operator revenues by decade’s end. 

Direct-to-Device: How Satellite Connectivity Is Transforming Global Connectivity 

Satellite Direct-to-Device (D2D) technology is transforming global connectivity by allowing smartphones and IoT devices to connect directly to satellites, bypassing traditional networks. This breakthrough promises to bridge long-standing coverage gaps, support emergency and remote communications, and unlock new market opportunities projected to surpass $10 billion by 2033.

Defense Satellites to redefine Global Earth Observation Strategy

The 18th edition of Novaspace’s Earth Observation Satellite Systems report, finds 5,770 EO satellites set to launch by 2034 as national defense priorities shape space strategy. As geopolitical instability drives interest in sovereign EO assets, defense and civil satellites are positioned to overtake commercial deployments .  

A New Dawn for Satellite Ground Stations 

NewSpace is reshaping the satellite ground segment, driving demand for more flexible, scalable, and cloud-enabled solutions like Ground-Segment-as-a-Service (GSaaS). As constellations grow and new players enter the market, the ground infrastructure must evolve to keep pace.

[Report] Governments in Space: A Universe of Opportunities  

The space sector is entering a transformative new era—Space 4.0—defined by innovation, global collaboration, and strategic competition. Co-authored by Novaspace and BCG, this report explores the pivotal role governments can play in shaping the future of space, from enabling sustainable growth to unlocking socioeconomic and geopolitical value.