Ep. 116 Navigating the Future of SatCom: Collaboration between Satellite Operators, Multi-Orbit Systems, and Software-Defined Satellites | ST Engineering iDirect - Part-I

NOTE: This episode is recorded as a part of our new podcast BroadcastX. Now it is also republished on the Space, Defence, & Security podcast.

In this episode of BroadcastX, we explore the dynamic landscape of satellite communications with ST Engineering iDirect. Discover how satellite operators, multi-orbit systems, and software-defined satellites are reshaping the future of SatCom. We delve into the challenges of interoperability, the rise of flexible satellite technologies, and the collaborative strategies driving innovation in the industry. Join us as we uncover the role of cutting-edge solutions in delivering seamless connectivity and enabling a more interconnected world.

About the guest speaker:

Jo De Loor is VP Market Development and Strategy at ST Engineering iDirect, where he is responsible for the team heading the company’s vertical markets. He previously held a similar position of VP Market Development at Newtec, where Jo was also responsible for the market development for HTS and constellations. Prior to his position as VP Market Development, Jo was Product Manager and in this role he was responsible for the product definition and market launch of Newtec Dialog®. Jo has over 20 years of experience in the satcom industry. He began his career at Newtec in 1996. In 2005, he became systems architect for Newtec’s DVB-RCS system and further evolved to product manager and later Product Line Director of the Sat3Play Broadband Platform. Jo holds a Bachelor’s degree in electronics from HTISA-Gent, Belgium.

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