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WSBW 2026: Satellite Operators Expand Beyond Capacity Into AI, Defense and Optical Ground Infrastructure

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WSBW 2026 discussions highlighted a satellite industry moving beyond capacity sales toward AI, defense and multi-domain growth. In parallel, SSC Space upgraded its Western Australia optical ground station to support Space Domain Awareness and CCSDS communications standards, underscoring investment in more capable satellite networks and infrastructure.

Discovered 2026-09-29T01:16:26.095747-07:00 | 2026-09-29T01:16:26.095747-07:00

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  • Satellite operators are positioning themselves as providers of broader AI, defense and multi-domain capabilities—not simply connectivity or capacity.
  • SSC Space’s Western Australia upgrade adds support for Space Domain Awareness and CCSDS communications standards, strengthening the ground infrastructure required for optical satellite communications.
  • The developments point to growing importance of interoperable, standards-based satellite networks and specialized ground systems in future space operations.

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