The countdown is on to MNIS:NTN, a free-to-attend virtual event taking place on 3–4 November 2026, organised by the team from the Mobile Network Innovation Summit. Bringing together leading voices from across the telecoms and satellite industries, the event will explore the opportunities, challenges and commercial realities shaping the convergence of terrestrial and NTN.
In the run-up to the event, we're taking a closer look at the six sessions which make up the two-day programme, highlighting topics and introducing the industry experts who will be sharing their perspectives. To register visit – https://www.mnis-ntn.com
Session Five – NTN Investment and Innovation: Where Money Is Being Invested and Novel Developments and Approaches to NTN
Wednesday 4 November – 10:00–11:00 GMT
As non-terrestrial networks move increasingly into the mainstream of the telecommunications industry, investment and innovation are accelerating across the satellite connectivity ecosystem. From new satellite architectures and network technologies to emerging service models and ambitious start-ups, the sector is attracting attention from established operators, technology providers and investors alike. But where is the money being invested, and which approaches have the greatest potential to deliver sustainable commercial returns?
While the opportunities presented by NTN are significant, turning technological innovation into a viable business is rarely straightforward. Developing new solutions, securing funding, scaling infrastructure and bringing services to market all present challenges, particularly in an industry where technical complexity and capital requirements can be substantial.
Session Five of MNIS:NTN will explore the investment and innovation landscape, looking at the novel developments, technologies and commercial approaches that could shape the next phase of the market. Which areas of NTN are attracting investment? What differentiates promising innovations from commercially viable propositions? And how can emerging companies successfully develop and scale their technologies in an increasingly competitive marketplace?
The discussion brings together a diverse group of industry professionals, spanning telecoms strategy and consulting, satellite communications, network technology and emerging connectivity ventures.
Introducing the speakers:
· Barry Graham, Independent Telecoms Professional
· Maximilian Schnippering, Manager TMT, BearingPoint
· Walt Anderson, Founder & CEO, Avealto
· Joe Cahill, Senior Systems Engineer, Druid Software
· Shola Efunshile, COO, UNIVITY
From the challenges of financing and commercialising new technologies to the opportunities presented by emerging network architectures and innovative service models, there'll be plenty to explore.
MNIS:NTN takes place online on 3–4 November 2026, and registration is free. Sessions will also be available on demand after the event, so registered attendees can catch up on any discussions they cannot join live.
To find out more and register, visit: https://www.mnis-ntn.com