Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: KTOS), a technology firm focused on defense, national security, and global markets, has been selected by SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation as its strategic partner to develop and validate a 5G Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) ground system. The announcement, dated March 23, 2026, targets SKY Perfect JSAT’s Universal NTN initiative aimed at enhancing connectivity in the Asia-Pacific region.
Under this engagement, Kratos will handle technical validation and early-stage implementation of software-based 5G NTN ground infrastructure. The project leverages Kratos’ OpenSpace platform, which delivers 5G NR (New Radio) capabilities in software, offering a flexible, low-risk path for ground system evolution. OpenSpace supports standards-based, software-defined network architecture, ensuring interoperability in multi-vendor environments and compatibility with existing VSAT systems.
This collaboration enables phased validation, entity-based integration, and future co-innovation aligned with 3GPP standards. It positions SKY Perfect JSAT to scale and adapt to 5G demands through virtualization, fostering large-scale NTN deployments for ubiquitous broadband services. The initiative underscores the integration of satellite and terrestrial networks, supporting early experimentation and operational scalability for diverse NTN use cases in remote areas.