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GCF and MSSA Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Advance Global NTN Certification and Interoperability

GCF and the Mobile Satellite Services Association (MSSA) today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalize cooperation on supporting and promoting standards-based satellite communications technologies globally.

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GCF Certification for Non-Public Networks and Utility Operators

Private network operators and device vendors face similar challenges currently present in commercialisation of products on public networks, in terms of standards compliance, and interoperability in a multi-vendor ecosystem. This is where GCF plays a key role – as this article will discuss.

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Call for Papers: Embedded World Conference 2027

GCF is inviting members and industry experts to submit proposals to present as part of a special session at the Embedded World 2027. The objective is to showcase practical insights, innovations and real-world applications aligned with GCF’s certification and technology focus areas.

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3GPP NTN: the role of GCF Certification

Direct satellite links are becoming a mainstream technology for everyday devices. Today, there are two main approaches: using existing LTE or 5G technologies to provide direct to device connections to unmodified devices using frequency bands initially considered for terrestrial connectivity, or using newer NTN standards for broadband and IoT connections over dedicated satellite spectrum. This article compares the two options and examines the vital role of industry standards in enabling efficient, reliable satellite communications.

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Download the GCF MCS Booklet

The GCF MCS Booklet will keep you up to date on the certification roadmap for the 3GPP 4G LTE and 5G standardised technologies and be your pocket guidance on the certification process.

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About GCF

Shaping the industry since 1999 with mobile technology at its core, GCF today has over 300 members from the major mobile network operators, device manufacturers, and the test industry. Working collaboratively with key industry partners, GCF offers industry-relevant certification programmes which benefit billions of users worldwide.

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