SPACE
Thaicom Selects Kratos for Software-Defined Satellite Ground Systems
Thai satellite operator Thaicom has contracted Kratos Defense & Security Solutions to provide advanced gateway antenna systems and network monitoring for its upcoming software-defined satellite.
Aerospace Garage desk
Thaicom is modernising its ground segment to support the high-capacity requirements of its next-generation software-defined satellite (SDS). By integrating Kratos’ digital transformation solutions, the operator aims to enhance fleet flexibility and service delivery across the Asia-Pacific region. The contract includes the provision of multiple gateway antenna systems and advanced spectrum monitoring tools, which are essential for managing the dynamic beam-forming capabilities of modern SDS payloads.
This infrastructure investment represents a strategic shift for Thaicom as it moves away from traditional hardware-centric operations toward more agile, software-driven connectivity. The deployment of these digital ground stations will allow the operator to reconfigure bandwidth and coverage patterns in real-time, meeting the evolving demands of commercial broadband and enterprise data markets. This upgrade ensures that the ground infrastructure can match the increased throughput and technical complexity of the new orbital assets.
What to watch: Commencement of site preparation and antenna installation at Thaicom’s primary teleport facilities.
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