• Session 1 and introduction: Julien Grivolas, Chair, GSA 4G-5G FWA Forum

• Session 2:

Moderated by John Yazlle, Vice Chair, GSA 4G-5G FWA Forum

• Session 3:

Moderated by Olivier Lafontaine, Partner, GSA 4G-5G FWA Forum

Yaniv Lavi, Partner & Steerco, GSA 4G-5G FWA Forum

Olivier Rostaing, Partner & Steerco, GSA 4G-5G FWA Forum

Alberto Castillejo, Partner & Steerco, GSA 4G-5G FWA Forum

Brian Makarawski, Partner, GSA 4G-5G FWA Forum

• What are the main types of non-terrestrial networks (NTN): GEO, MEO, LEO, multi-orbit, HAPS
• What opportunities do NTNs represent for telcos?

– Most popular use cases and main drivers

– We will contrast the direct-to-device (D2D) opportunities vs. the non-D2D ones

• Snapshot of those opportunities as of September 2024:

– How have the anticipated LEO-constellation and telco-satco service launches unfolded in reality?

– What has worked commercially, and what hasn’t (yet)?

– Any new significant partnerships?

• What are the main barriers to telcos developing and offering NTN-based services?

– Incomplete integration between mobile and satellite networks and how this will change with 3GPP Release 18 and 5G Advanced / 6G

– Device ecosystem and availability

– Technical immaturity and resilience: Insufficient broadband speeds and unacceptable latencies; need for line of sight for D2D

– Lack of coverage in certain regions, particularly while LEO constellation still in early phases (even Starlink): e.g. MEA, parts of APAC

– Spectrum, regulation and competition issues, including cross-border issues and domination by US-based LEOs

• Which telcos lead the charge in relation to partnerships with NTNs and what should the others do