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We extend our gratitude to the following organizations whose sponsorship directly supports the delivery of our premier educational programming. These partnerships ensure attendees receive access to high-caliber content, expert insights, and practical strategies that drive professional growth. 

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Monday, March 23 

Maintaining Mission-Critical Communications in the Harshest Locations

1:45 PM – 2:30 PM | Sponsored by Kymeta

Government agencies and militaries around the world rely on mission-critical remote communications solutions to stay connected at home and abroad in the most challenging environments and locations around the globe. Portable and transportable terminals are essential for satellite communications in various scenarios, especially when traditional network infrastructure is unavailable or unreliable. This session explores the critical role of portable and transportable terminals in meeting the unique and dynamic needs of modern military organizations. Discussion topics include: advancements in portable and transportable terminal technologies; ensuring high-bandwidth, low-latency connectivity in challenging conditions; deployability and scalability of terminals for diverse operational needs; and tailoring communication solutions for tactical and strategic operations. This session will also include case studies, sharing real-world applications that illustrate how portable and transportable terminals are being implemented to enhance the capabilities of defense and military forces.

Evolution in Sovereign Development Across the Global Arena

3:25 – 4:25 pm | Sponsored by BlackSky

The current space technology landscape offers U.S. and global defense and intelligence organizations more options for quickly acquiring real-time, low-latency commercial remote sensing capabilities at more favorable economics. Demand signals show that investments in space reflect a healthy mix between sovereign hardware systems and commercial software-based subscription data services. The panel will examine that landscape. In an era of increasing geopolitical tensions and rapid AI-development, the panelists will share how emerging defense and intelligence needs are informing new adoption models for sovereign space capability, exploring how AI-forward architectures or commercial and government data fusion are shaping enhanced, real-time situational awareness. The discussion will also explore how international and domestic U.S. space investments are fueling trends in human capital localization and the development of dual-use technologies. Panelists will also address how nations are cultivating independent, yet interoperable, systems that assure access to critical information while navigating complex international partnerships and supply chain constraints.

Tuesday, March 24 

Battle of the Big Rockets: Competitive Heavy-Lift Launch Services

2:45 PM – 3:30 PM | Sponsored by Aerospace

It’s no secret why today’s launch service sector is firing off rockets at breakneck speed – mega-constellations for global connectivity and increased government activity in space are driving demand. At the same time, customer needs are also evolving. Costs are also rising due to a number of factors, some outside of the launch sector’s control. In this session, speakers from launch services building and flying some of the world’s biggest rockets will outline their approach to remaining cost-effective and,flexible, the importance of reusability in reducing risk, and future offerings to attract new customers. The panel will also address the viability of lunar and Mars missions, which require massive investments in manufacturing and in-space infrastructure. Will these investments pay off? Join us for this lively launch-centric debate!

Wednesday, March 25 

The Space Economy: Navigating Market Volatility in Fair or Foul Weather

9:30 – 10:30 am | Sponsored by Lockheed Martin

We invite all SATShow Week attendees to join us for our Wednesday Opening General Session – a detailed and interactive exploration of the state of the space economy and how geoeconomic and technical trends will influence the satellite industry during a time of heightened market volatility. Moderators Karen Jones and Brian Weeden will start with a brief overview of how the national economy in general is facing a higher level of uncertainty, and ask panelists from government, commercial space, investment, and advisory sectors to weigh in on a range of trends and events, including: the growing demand for sovereign space systems, industry consolidation, shifting views on global trade, expanding direct to device services, competition for spectrum, and more. Panelists and audience members will vote on whether selected key trends add or detract from the space sector’s current growth trajectory. This will be a lively and interactive plenary session.

In-Flight Connectivity: New Developments in Interoperability, Performance, and Cost Control

10:45 – 11:45 am | Sponsored by Qorvo

Executives from the world of in-flight connectivity and mobile services share how they are adapting to new airline business models, the rapid rise of multi-orbit services, interoperability challenges, and increasing competition to deliver lightning-fast connectivity to passengers. The discussion will include an exploration of capacity supply and keeping costs low for airlines and their customers.

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