16/07/2026
Thailand's NBTC held a formal public consultation on 29 May 2026 on the rights, licensing, and use of new satellite technologies. The hearing brought together international and domestic stakeholders — including Amazon's LEO division, Eutelsat OneWeb, Viasat, and Sateliot on the international side, alongside Thai industry players from NT, ThaiCom, AIS, and Skylo.
The consultation covered three areas: satellite orbit usage rights, expanding the number of satellite operators licensed to serve Thailand, and opening ground station licensing to the private sector — currently restricted to state enterprises.
For equipment manufacturers, this development matters beyond the satellite sector itself. As new satellite operators enter the Thai market, demand for certified ground-segment equipment — terminals, modems, and gateway hardware — is expected to grow. NBTC will need to develop or adapt technical standards and certification requirements for these product categories as the framework matures.
No draft rules have been published yet. The consultation marks the beginning of a structured rulemaking process.
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