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WASHINGTON, 26 March 2026 – ST Engineering iDirect and G&S SatCom today received the Satcoms Innovation Group (SIG) Best Cooperation Award for their joint work to unify network and service management for satellite operators. The award recognizes how the integration of G&S SatConnect® into ST Engineering iDirect’s next‑generation Intuition ground system addresses key industry challenges and drives innovation in satellite communications, through a single operational and commercial platform that simplifies how operators manage and scale services across multi-network and multi-vendor environments.

The combined platform brings together network operations, service management, and OSS/BSS integration through standardized APIs and a single interface. This unified approach reduces operational complexity, eliminates siloed workflows, and enables operators to introduce new services without disrupting existing networks or re‑architecting legacy systems.

“Operators need a clear, efficient path to modernize while supporting new multi orbit and software defined services,” said Sridhar Kuppanna, Chief Technology Officer, ST Engineering iDirect. “Our partnership with G&S SatCom delivers unified management, orchestration, and interoperability across diverse multi-network environments. This award underscores the value of cooperation in moving the industry forward.”

“The collaboration with ST Engineering iDirect removes barriers for satellite operators and service providers,” said David Schmitz, CEO of G&S SatCom. “By streamlining workflows and reducing operational complexity, ST Engineering iDirect empowers its customers to enhance user value and maximize the potential of their network. We’re honored that SIG has recognized the impact of this work.”

Designed to support multi-network and multi-technology environments, the integrated ecosystem allows for the rapid deployment of new features. This ensures that operators can focus on business growth rather than complex system integration challenges as satellite networks continue to evolve.

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