Non-terrestrial networks promise revolutionary connectivity, from unserved populations to conflict regions, offering resilience and alternative provision. But who's actually deploying NTN? Who's making money? And where does the technology genuinely transform what's possible?
This event examines proven use cases across defence, IoT, automotive, aerospace, and beyond. Hear from network operators, semiconductor innovators, and end-users implementing NTN solutions today. Through expert presentations and panel debate, we'll explore the technical realities, commercial models, and strategic opportunities that separate genuine value from inflated expectations.
Attend to:
- Understand where NTN delivers measurable ROI versus aspirational potential
- Explore cross-sector applications from AgriTech to automotive telemetry
- Examine hybrid network strategies and implementation challenges
- Connect with operators, technology providers, and enterprise users actively deploying NTN
Who should attend: Technical specialists, business decision-makers, investors, and policy makers seeking evidence-based insight into non-terrestrial network deployment. Essential for anyone evaluating NTN strategies, partnerships, or investment decisions.
Non-Terrestrial Networks SIG Champions
Kieran Arnold
Kieran has held various senior technical and executive roles over the past 30 years which included R&D Chief Technical Officer for Orange / France Telecom R&D and Head of Payload Systems Engineering, Airbus Space & Defence. He is currently Director of Ubiquitous Connectivity in the Satellite Applications Catapult and General Manager of the Westcott Site where they host their 5G testbed. Kieran leads on two major 5G projects, firstly a project funded by SEMLEP for Milton Keynes Smart City 5G deployment and a DCMS funded project for Dorset Council providing rural connectivity using satellite and terrestrial connectivity.
Steve Clarke
Previously a senior BBC engineer and lecturer at Salford University, Steve has many years of experience in software and electronics, from RF telemetry and low-power radio bridges to the multi award-winning Tag McLaren AV processors, EPOS & smart energy meters. Steve founded two IoT companies and led the development team of ACIS (now Vix Technology), growing them to become the UK’s largest bus telematics company.
Stewart Marsh
As head of aerospace at Cambridge Consultants, Stewart leads the company's collaboration within the sector. Central to Stewart's role is helping companies achieve complex technology breakthroughs that unlock transformative business value. This has included a world-first Push-to-Talk satellite service and an innovative beyond visual line-of-sight UAV solution using low power satellite technology. With over 20 years' technology experience, Stewart has held a range of senior technology roles and has a wealth of expertise across aerospace, mobile communications and GNSS.
Paul Morris
Paul has 30 years’ experience working on various wireless and semi-conductor systems most recently promoting semiconductors for Ka-band beamformers for satellite connectivity and growing EnSilica’s business. He gained his semiconductor experience from CSR’s early days through to its trade sale to Qualcomm where he was Senior Director, Technology covering a range of mobile, security, wireless audio and automotive products. He enjoys growing international technology businesses and has lived and worked in France and China. Paul is active in various Cambridge local networks including CW and Cambridge Network and has acted in advisory roles for start-ups.
Dr Cyril Valadon
Cyril is Technical Director with MediaTek in Cambourne where he is leading the Core Technology Division in the wireless business unit. He completed his PhD at the University of Surrey where he was looking at the use of Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) techniques for multimedia satellite communication systems (in the heady days of Globalstar, Iridium, ICO, …). He has since spent 20 years in the semiconductor industry standardizing, architecting and developing wireless chipsets for numerous cellular communication standards. His team is currently working on a variety of development projects for 5G/NR solutions and he is personally very keen in exploring opportunities to apply these solutions for different applications.
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