The MEOSPHERE: The Next Generation for Global Connectivity

Robert SMITH, SES

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1. Confidential Multi-orbit Innovation for Next-generation Connectivity Presented by: Robert Smith SES System Architecture and Engineering
2. Confidential A Structural Shift in Space New large scale LEO networks New geopolitical reality Investment in emerging NewSpace Increased user expectations 2 A disruptive, fluid and transformative landscape
3. Confidential User Expectations Continue to Evolve 3 Global high performance Low latency Ease of use Security Emerging common requirements
4. Confidential MEO network as a strategic backbone for multi-orbit operations and new future missions Network infrastructure for space-space as well as space-ground Modernized, secure digital operations and ground network Multi-orbit, multi-mission, evolving network of the future: meoSphere Our Vision 4
5. Confidential meoSphere Design Principles Efficient for lower orbit monitoring & data relay Enables multi-orbit resilience Highly secure, ideal for critical use cases Stable & reliable operations Balance of lower latency and coverage flexibility 5 Environmentally friendly
6. MEO vs. LEO and GEO GEO MEO LEO 36,000 km Latency≈ 600ms 8,000 km (for meoSphere) Latency ≈ 150 ms 500-1,500 km Latency: 50+ms MEO satellites have low latency vs. GEO and wider field of view vs. LEO
7. MEO is a Great Place to Connect to LEO Source: NASA Orbital Debris Program Office GEO MEO LEO • MEO does not suffer from the risks associated with LEO due to congestion • MEO also provides great visibility for activity in LEO as well as on earth
8. Confidential MEO is Environmentally Friendly • Much fewer satellites and launches compared to LEO – much smaller carbon footprint • • Satellites designed to operate 10 years vs. 5 years for LEO and deorbited to a graveyard orbit – no pollution from re-entry burn up associated with LEO satellites 8
9. Confidential meoSphere – A Scalable, High-performance System 9 A new-generation MEO constellation designed to flexibly support multiple missions and align and expand with customer needs Space • Scalable – satellites added over time based on demand • Flexible multi-payload design adapts constellation to customer demand User interface • Small & high-performance terminals • Single user interface and plug-and-play operation Digital layer • Global virtualized ground network • Service orchestration and multi-orbit integration Modular design • Multi-mission support • Optical & RF communications • Flexible allocation for additional missions
10. Confidential Designed to Flexibly Support Multiple Missions 10 meoSphere Enabled Dedicated Sovereign Networks Global multi-orbit, secure communications Hosted Payload Platforms Space Data Relay Services Modular design accommodates increasingly fluid & complex user requirements
11. Confidential Space Data Relay Use Cases 11 Space-enabled solutions LEO & Space Station Data Relay LEO & Space Station Data Relay Networking and Cloud in Space Networking and Cloud in Space Cloud Earth Observation LEO Satellite High Throughput Optical or RF Links Satellite Gateway SES MEO Satellite SES MEO Satellite High Throughput Optical Links Field Operation Satellite Gateway Immediate high-throughput connectivity for EO LEO constellations and space stations • Real-time or near real-time delivery time of EO data • Optical and RF delivery options • 2+ Gbps data download capacity (for optical relay) • Ultra-secure delivery High throughput & low latency network cloud in space for ultra-secure data management and transport • Space-based delivery to/from any location in the world • Totally bypasses terrestrial network threats • On-orbit data storage & processing for additional security On-orbit data storage & processing Cloud
12. Confidential An Iterative, Progressive Approach 12 Phased deployment with continuous innovation and iteration for maximum agility and system capability evolution System capability refinement Innovative Technology Design Launch regularly Prototype build Space Testing
13. Confidential De-risking the Development of the Network 13 Multiple pathfinder missions starting Q1 2026 2026 2027 2028 2029
14. Confidential SES Partnering for Mission Success 14 Building space solutions to meet the evolving complexity of user needs Supply chain management and continuous innovation Advanced network management and orchestration services Multi-Orbit One- Stop Shop Enabling smarter, more complex in-space solutions Eco-system of local, regional service and technology partners
15. Confidential Thank you 15