Essential Discussions about Non-Terrestrial Networks for 6G

Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs) are wireless communication platforms operating above the surface of the Earth, typically achieved using satellites in low, medium or geostationary orbit as well as drones, High Altitude Platforms (HAPS) and other aerial systems. A component of 5G since 3GPP Release 17, there is now general agreement that future 6G will feature the “native integration” of NTN from the outset. Recognizing the importance of the topic, ETSI recently held a Conference on ‘Non-Terrestrial Networks, a Native Component of 6G’ (https://www.etsi.org/events/2306-etsi-ntn-conference#pane-1/). The conference examined NTN use cases, candidate technologies, current research status and standardization roadmaps. Due to the intense interest in the 6G and NTN topics, this ETSI webinar will allow further discussion around the topic as our expert speakers will discuss and develop the priority areas for 6G and NTN. We will encourage strong audience participation during the event where the experts will answer your questions and get your thoughts / feedback on the future directions for NTN in 6G. The webinar will be presented by: - Moderator: David BOSWARTHICK, Director New Technologies (NET), ETSI - Javier ALBARES BUENO, Head of 5G/6G Program, Smart Network and Services Joint Undertaking - Nicolas CHUBERRE, 3GPP NTN Rapporteur, Thales - Maria Guta, Senior 5G 6G SatCom Solutions Architect in the European Space Agency (ESA) - Alessandro Vanelli Coralli, 6G-NTN Project Coordinator