GCT Semiconductor Holding, a developer of advanced 5G and 4G semiconductor solutions, has partnered with Skylo Technologies, a global Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) provider operating across 36 countries and covering more than 70 million square kilometers. Together, the companies aim to advance next-generation satellite connectivity by pursuing joint chip and module certifications that will support a new generation of multi-purpose devices. These devices will automatically connect to Skylo’s satellite network whenever terrestrial coverage is unavailable, ensuring continuous connectivity.
GCT CEO John Schlaefer said the partnership reinforces the company’s role in supporting the growing 5G-to-space ecosystem and accelerating global satellite connectivity for device manufacturers and customers. Skylo’s VP of Strategy Partnerships, Vijay Krishnan, highlighted that integrating GCT’s 3GPP-compliant silicon with Skylo’s satellite network removes traditional cellular coverage limits. He emphasized that the collaboration demonstrates a scalable, standards-based IoT connectivity solution designed to deliver reliable, always-on service—even in the world’s most remote regions.
