Wednesday April 15^th - Hamburg, Germany – TCI Aircraft Interiors, Türksat Uydu Haberleşme Kablo TV ve İşletme A.Ş. (Türksat), and Neo Space Group (NSG) today announced the signing of a tri-party agreement to establish a collaborative framework for next-generation in-flight connectivity (IFC).

The agreement brings together complementary capabilities across satellite capacity, multi-orbit connectivity and onboard systems, enabling the delivery of integrated IFC solutions for airlines.

The collaboration is primarily focused on supporting the Turkish aviation market, while establishing a framework that can be extended to additional airline programmes in other markets by combining GEO, MEO and future LEO satellite networks, the partners will deliver high-performance connectivity solutions designed to provide seamless global coverage and a consistent passenger experience across different routes and regions. As the primary System Integrator, TCI Aircraft Interiors will bridge the gap between complex space infrastructure and the aircraft cabin, ensuring that airlines are no longer tethered to a single orbit or provider.

The framework is designed to support both commercial and business aviation, across linefit and retrofit programmes, offering flexible deployment models aligned with airline fleet strategies and operational requirements.

Leveraging a shared technical architecture and interoperable networks, the solution will enable high-throughput connectivity, with the first aircraft expected to enter into service from Q1 2027.

Within this framework:

-          Türksat acts as lead contracted and prime, provides satellite capacity, ground and network HUB infrastructure and associated ISP services, satellite and system level monitoring.

-          NSG delivers multi-orbit connectivity capabilities, including traffic management, routing and integration of satellite assets through its Skywaves platform; 

-          TCI Aircraft Interiors, acting as the primary System Integrator and "Architect of the Digital Cabin," will bridge the gap between complex space infrastructure and the aircraft cabin. TCI will deliver end-to-end digital solutions

This collaboration enables a network-to-network integration model, allowing capacity and services to be dynamically combined across infrastructures and delivered seamlessly to aircraft, while maintaining clear operational responsibilities across all parties.

“This agreement reflects our commitment to working alongside Türksat and TCI to support their airline customers with advanced connectivity solutions,” said Tarek El Mitwalli, Executive Vice President, Aviation of Neo Space Group. “Given the dynamism and rapid growth of Türkiye’s aviation sector, we are truly excited to support our partners. This collaboration allows us to both contribute to their programs and further enrich our Skywaves offering, strengthening our ability to serve existing and future airline customers with flexible, multi-orbit connectivity solutions.”

This agreement marks a significant step forward in our mission to deliver advanced and reliable connectivity solutions to the aviation sector,” said Dr. Selman Demirel, Deputy General Manager, Satellite Services at Türksat. “By combining our strong satellite infrastructure and operational capabilities with the innovative multi-orbit technologies of Neo Space Group and the integrated solutions expertise of TCI, we are creating a powerful ecosystem for next-generation in-flight connectivity. We are proud to support the growing demands of Türkiye’s aviation industry while contributing to a scalable framework that can serve airlines across global markets.

“This agreement reflects TCI’s evolution into a comprehensive technology partner for the digital era of aviation. By working alongside Türksat and NSG, we are not just installing hardware; we are orchestrating a complex, multi-orbit digital ecosystem. Our goal is to provide airlines with a sovereign, flexible, and high-throughput connectivity framework that transforms the passenger experience through TCI’s engineering and software innovation." , said Mujdat Uludag, CEO of TCI Aircraft Interiors.

About Neo Space Group (NSG) 

Neo Space Group (NSG), a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company, is a global space and satellite services provider headquartered in Saudi Arabia. The company offers a broad portfolio of services including satellite communications, in-flight connectivity, geospatial solutions, and satellite navigation technologies. Through its Skywaves platform, NSG delivers integrated multi-orbit connectivity solutions combining advanced traffic management and global satellite networks to enable high-performance connectivity for airlines and enterprise customers worldwide.

About Türksat 

Türksat Uydu Haberleşme Kablo TV ve İşletme A.Ş. is Türkiye’s national satellite operator and a leading provider of satellite communications, broadcasting, and connectivity services. As the country’s sole satellite operator, Türksat manages and operates a fleet of communications satellites and delivers services supported by its ground infrastructure, enabling broadband, broadcasting, and data connectivity solutions across Türkiye and a wide geographic region.

About TCI Aircraft Interiors 

TCI Aircraft Interiors is a global provider of aircraft cabin interior and in-flight connectivity solutions, specializing in the design, engineering, manufacturing, and integration of cabin systems. The company delivers end-to-end solutions including cabin equipment and connectivity systems for commercial and business aviation, enabling