neXat Enables Seamless Launch of EU’s GOVSATCOM
The launch of the European Union’s Governmental Satellite Communications (GOVSATCOM) Hub has been strengthened by the integration of neXat’s proven satcom management software, enabling a smoother and more efficient delivery of its initial business support services.
The Hub, now operational, provides EU Member States with access to secure, encrypted satellite communication services under European control. It ensures the optimal delivery of satcom services to meet operational demands, manages the communication requirements of authorised governmental entities, and responds to dynamic and urgent needs arising from unforeseen scenarios, under strict requirements for security, resilience, and sovereignty.
As the Hub begins its operations, it not only manages the resources contributed by EU Member States but is also designed to seamlessly integrate in the future services of IRIS², the EU’s multi‑orbital secure communications constellation set to be deployed in the coming years.
“As Europe advances its secure satellite communications ambitions through GOVSATCOM and the future IRIS², industry partners with proven operational capabilities are becoming essential to the programme’s success,” said neXat CTO Fulvio Sansone. “neXat’s involvement in this project underscores its leading role in the satcom industry, and its platform’s selection reaffirms the company’s position as a key player in delivering secure and efficient communication solutions for the European Union.”
In 2024, it was announced that neXat had been appointed to a European Union consortium set up to provide infrastructure to support greater satellite communications capacity for governments across the continent. neXat is providing one of the core components of the Business Support System of the Hub to be used for the provision of initial services.
The consortium, led by GMV is designing, developing, and deploying the GOVSATCOM Hub, a key element of the GOVSATCOM Programme. The programme aims to provide secure and cost-efficient satellite communication services for crisis management, border and maritime surveillance, critical infrastructure protection, and operations in remote and polar regions.
neXat’s contributions are based on its own developed platform, developed since 2011 for the company’s own civilian satellite connectivity services. This foundation is enriched by years of real-world operational experience and customer feedback, resulting in a unique blend of technological innovation and practical, market-driven tools.
This contract is carried out within the framework of a programme funded by the European Union. The views expressed in this press release are the sole responsibility of the author and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Commission or European Union Agency for the Space Programme (EUSPA).