Analysys Mason Podcast

Starlink is revolutionising in-flight connectivity and could dominate the market by offering a combination of speed and affordability. The company's services could become the new standard for in-flight connectivity; the contracts it has secured with airlines such as Air France and United Airlines put it at the forefront of the market. This disruption is forcing incumbents to adapt quickly, pushing them to innovate, expand satellite capabilities and refine pricing strategies. The evolving competition in in-flight connectivity will reshape passenger expectations and redefine the future of connectivity in the aviation sector. Our space and satellite experts, Christopher Baugh and Shagun Sachdeva, discuss Starlink’s impact on the in-flight connectivity market and what incumbents can do to respond to the intense competition.
Learn more about our satellite mobility programme.

Each year, Analysys Mason looks ahead to predict the major developments that will shape the technology, media and telecoms industry over the coming year. Our predictions for 2025 give industry players the insight to anticipate, and benefit from, emerging trends and gain a strategic advantage in planning for the future.
In this podcast, our experts give their take on the critical importance of resilient network infrastructure, developments in global M&A markets and the emergence of new structures in the world of FTTH.  
Read the full predictions here. 

2024 was a strong year for satellite manufacturing and launch services: there were large investments for major programmes and a record number of launches. SpaceX continues to dominate the market; it has received more investment and is testing new vehicles. Satellites and constellations for direct-to-device services and space domain awareness, as well as new launch vehicles, have received significant investment and are ready to be launched. However, challenges remain for many satellite operators, launch service providers and vendors. The commercialisation of satellite manufacturing and launch services remains slow and competitive, and these players must adapt to match buyers' concerns. 

Welcome to our sustainability and environmental, social and governance (ESG) podcast series. Each episode features business leaders from across the technology, media and telecoms industry who discuss what sustainability and ESG means to them, their organisation and the industry as a whole. 
In this episode, Analysys Mason’s Fran González, Partner, talks with Catherine Bohill, ESG Development and Impact Director at Telefónica.
Fran and Catherine discuss:
why sustainability matters in telecoms
key milestones and strategic changes
challenges in measuring and reporting on ESG
collaborative efforts to reduce supply chain emissions
innovation as a driver of sustainability
the role of industry regulation
engaging stakeholders and customers on ESG goals.
Telefónica Climate Action Plan 
Telefónica  Consolidated management report 2023 
Telefónica, among the 10 most sustainable companies in the world by ‘Time’ 
Find out more about Analysys Mason's sustainability and ESG-related research and consulting services here.  

Multi-orbit connectivity is a hot topic for players in the government and military satellite market. Geopolitical instability and reduced barriers to accessing space are leading governments to move past demanding connectivity to demanding quality of service. Christopher Baugh and Sarah Halpin, experts in satellite and space, discuss how multi-orbit connectivity can offer communication resiliency, diversity and security. They examine the drivers of market growth and assess why multi-orbit procurement is essential for interested parties.
Learn more by visiting our Government and Military Space page.

In this podcast, Gorkem Yigit, expert in network platforms and infrastructure, and Catherine Hammond, expert in enterprise services, discuss the emerging network-as-a-service (NaaS) market. They discuss:
how NaaS can address enterprise demand for connectivity and IT services
the main characteristics of an effective NaaS offering
the opportunities for telecoms operators
what to expect in the NaaS market in 2025.
Read the associated article, What is NaaS and why is it important?

Welcome to our cyber-security podcast series. Each episode features business leaders from across the technology, media and telecoms industry who discuss what cyber security means to them, their organisation and the industry as a whole.  
In this episode, Analysys Mason’s Mary Wack, Manager, and Stela Bokun, Partner, talk with Binil Pillai, Business Strategy Leader for SMB Security at Microsoft, Worldwide.
They discuss: 
cyber-security trends in the small and medium-sized business (SMB) market 
Microsoft’s approach to SMB cyber security 
AI’s role in cyber security 
strategic partnerships and channels for cyber security 
essential cyber-security practices for SMBs 
Find out more about how Analysys Mason supports clients throughout the technology, media and telecoms industry to be protected and resilient against cyber threats.  

In this episode, satellite and space experts Christopher Baugh and Luke Wyles discuss Analysys Mason's new Space Ground Segment research and insights programme and introduce the main themes and challenges that will be addressed. They examine the pivotal role of virtualisation in satellite ground systems as a foundation for strategic advancements, including cloud-hosted ground stations, multi-mission terminals and end-to-end orchestration, which together help to optimise returns from an increasingly adaptable space segment. Luke also highlights the urgent need for industry players to adopt 3GPP and other telecoms standards to create a more interoperable ecosystem that enhances partnerships between space and terrestrial companies.