Join us at SATELLITE 2026

23–26 March 2026 | Washington, DC | Walter E. Washington Convention Center

The global satellite community will gather at the SATELLITE 2026 event for 4 immersive days to connect, collaborate and drive the future of worldwide connectivity.

The event will explore how satellite technology has a vital role in driving innovation and connectivity worldwide.

• Join us at SATELLITE 2026. Save 20% off conference passes with our code ANM4SAT26.
• Meet our satellite experts. Grab a coffee with the team and discuss the topics that matter most to you.

Our experts moderating at SATELLITE 2026

Tuesday 24 March 2026 | 1:45pm-2:30pm

Space Business Model 360: Repositioning in a Rapidly Changing Ecosystem

This session will include discussion of:

• the impact of new players, markets and technologies
• where we think business models will go as more transformation occurs
• the role of boards and investors in this big reconfiguration.

Moderator: Antoine Grenier, Partner, expert in space and satellite

Tuesday 24 March 2026 | 3:45pm-4:45pm

VIP Session: Can Satellite D2D Move Beyond Niche Basic Messaging to Mainstream

This panel will explore the key issues in scaling satellite direct-to-device (D2D) from niche to mainstream. Topics include:

• cultivating the D2D ecosystem from chipsets and smartphones to infrastructure, MNOs and apps
• access to spectrum, interference mitigation and spectrum sharing
• co-operation/competition with MNOs
• scaling supply and capabilities to deliver a seamless internet experience
• understanding subscriber interest and willingness to pay for satellite D2D services
• business models to optimise value capture
• standards evolution and the road to 6G
• enterprise, government and defence use cases.

This session is open only to premium pass holders and will be closed to press. Chatham House rules will be in place.

Moderator: Lluc Palerm, Research Director, expert in satellite strategies for telcos

Panellist: Jeff Giard, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships, T-Mobile