Ericsson Joins MSSA

Ericsson joined the Mobile Satellite Services Association, it said Tuesday. Launched in February, the consortium focuses on the supplemental coverage from space and the direct-to-device ecosystem using L- and S-band spectrum (see 2402090013). "Through MSSA, Ericsson is keen to advance the goal of ubiquitous connectivity through the integration of terrestrial and space-based networks,” said Freddie Sodergren, Ericsson Business Area Networks head-technology and strategy.