ST Engineering iDirect Achieves First 5G Non-Terrestrial Network Proof of Concept Milestone

ST Engineering iDirect achieves 1st 5G NTN PoC milestone – SatNews

ST Engineering iDirect has achieved interoperability between the company’s ground system and the 5G Core through its Interworking Gateway Function. This demonstrated a non-3GPP satellite network connecting seamlessly with the 5G ecosystem, while appearing fully 3GPP-compliant. This proof of concept (PoC) highlights ST Engineering iDirect’s progress in its hybrid strategy for 5G NTN, validating its capability to seamlessly integrate satellite and…

ST Engineering iDirect achieves first 5G non-terrestrial network proof of concept milestone

ST Engineering iDirect achieves first 5G non-terrestrial network proof of concept milestone

ST Engineering iDirect Achieves First 5G Non-Terrestrial Network Proof of Concept Milestone

HERNDON, Va., Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ST Engineering iDirect, a global leader in satellite communications, today announced a key milestone in achieving interoperability between its ground system and the 5G Core through its innovative Interworking Gateway Function. This demonstrated a non-3GPP satellite network connecting seamlessly with the 5G ecosystem while appearing fully 3GPP-compliant. This proof of […]