Mavenir wins chairman's award at MSUA's "2026 Satellite Mobile Innovation Awards" Outstanding innovation in AI-driven cloud-native mobile solutions for terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks recognized. WASHINGTON & RICHARDSON, Texas, March 31, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Mavenir, a software company building mobile networks with artificial intelligence designed in from the ground up, today announced that it has received the "President's Award for Outstanding Innovation" at the 2026 Satellite Mobile Innovation Awards. The awards ceremony is hosted by the Mobile Satellite Users Association (MSUA), a global non-profit organization focused on amplifying the voice of users and innovators of satellite mobile solutions. This year's awards theme was "sat-cell connectivity," and Mavenir was honored alongside ten other NTN innovators during a ceremony at the Satellite 2026 event in Washington D.C. Mavenir is a global leader in NTN technology, offering satellite operators proven, standards-compliant packet core and NTN RAN solutions optimized for cloud-native deployments through its expanding portfolio. The company established its leadership position in the NTN sector by successfully demonstrating the industry's first Voice over NB-IoT using non-terrestrial mobile infrastructure. This innovation has transformed the NTN mobile industry and created significant momentum for its development. With customers including numerous satellite communication providers such as Iridium and Terrestar, Mavenir bridges non-terrestrial networks with mainstream mobile services, helping operators provide extensive coverage, enhance network resilience, and create new revenue opportunities. MSUA President Roger Lanctot stated: "The convergence of the cellular and satellite industries is transforming global connectivity, and this year's winners demonstrate the depth of innovation across both fields. Mavenir's proven track record in the cellular industry and groundbreaking work with satellite operators to bridge terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks made them an obvious choice for the 'President's Award for Outstanding Innovation' among our judges. Heartfelt congratulations." Sachin Karkala, Executive Vice President and General Manager of NTN Solutions at Mavenir, said: "Non-terrestrial D2D services are ushering in a new era of connectivity, enabling seamless outdoor mobile coverage worldwide, even in the most remote locations. We are collaborating with both mobile and satellite operators to accelerate the integration of terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks. Our AI-designed NTN architecture not only provides coverage but also creates a scalable service platform that enables continuous innovation. We are delighted that our efforts have been recognized by MSUA in this way and extend our sincere congratulations to all other award winners." For details on how Mavenir's NTN solutions enable operators to deliver reliable connectivity solutions in areas inaccessible to traditional terrestrial networks by leveraging satellites operating in various Earth orbits (LEO, MEO, GEO) as well as High-Altitude Platform Stations (HAPS) and drones, visit: https://www.mavenir.com/portfolio/mavair/non-terrestrial-network-ntn/. About Mavenir: Mavenir develops Telco-first, cloud-native, and AI-designed software solutions for mobile network operators, supporting the realization of intelligent, automated, programmable networks. The company's deep telecommunications expertise is demonstrated by its deployment with over 300 operators in more than 120 countries worldwide, serving over 50% of global subscribers. In addition to extensive telecom experience, Mavenir combines cloud and IT expertise with data science skills to address real customer challenges. Its proven software solutions are based on AI design, supporting the realization of an AI-native future and operators' evolution into technology companies. For more information, visit www.mavenir.com. Mavenir Media Contact: Emmanuela Spiteri [email protected]

Hybrid sat-cell connectivity a dominant theme among MSUA Mobile Satellite award winners. Washington, D.C., March 27, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ - The Mobile Satellite Users Association (MSUA), a global not-for-profit organization focused on amplifying the voice of satellite mobile solutions users and innovators, celebrated with organizations earning satellite mobile innovation awards during SATELLITE 2026 in Washington, D.C. this week. Mike Moran, Director, U.S. Government Business for Amazon Leo keynoted the event with the theme: "The Network Effect: How Space Innovation is Changing the Equation." "At the Mobile Satellite Users Association we are increasingly taking it on as an action item to raise awareness and appreciation of all that satellite technology delivers to make our lives safer and more rewarding," said MSUA President Roger Lanctot. "This may be the year of the SpaceX IPO, but we'd also like to see it as the year of satellite appreciation. It's up to us." The President's Award for Outstanding Innovation went to Mavenir for its AI-driven, cloud-native mobile solutions for terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks. This fit well with the theme of sat-cell connectivity reflected in the 10 awards given by MSUA at the luncheon. The Chairman's Award for Environmental, Social, and Sustainability Impact was presented by MSUA Chair Rebecca Cowen-Hirsch, CEO and Founder of Resolute Strategies, to Pulsar Beyond for its Pulsar iO connectivity platform. The winners of MSUA Satellite Mobile Innovation Awards 2026 were: * Company to Watch - Omnispace + Lynk Global: The soon to be merged organizations have positioned their service offering as the future of direct-to-device communications. * Aeronautical Mobility Innovation - Space42: The company won this category with its high altitude platform stations (HAPS) - large, solar-powered, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) designed to serve as a bridge between conventional UAVs and traditional satellites, offering long-duration, continuous flight capabilities without the need for complex launch operations. * Space Mobility Innovation - Integrasys: LEOREG transforms spectrum management from a passive, manual administrative task into an active, automated defense system, enabling the peaceful and sustainable coexistence of multi-orbit networks. * Land Mobility Innovation - Iridium: The Iridium Chat app optimizes the delivery of app-to-app messages, compressed image sharing and location updates between subscribers and their contacts when connected to an Iridium GO! exec, terrestrial Wi-Fi or cellular network. * Maritime Mobility Innovation - Viasat: NexusWave is a fully managed, multi-network bonded connectivity solution purpose-built for mission-critical maritime operations that redefines how vessels stay connected at sea. * Government Mobility Innovation - Missouri City, Texas: The non-terrestrial-network-Intelligent Transport System (NTNITS) solution is the first proven use of low earth orbit (LEO) satellite communications to fully operate a modern signalized intersection, broadcast safety messages to vehicles, and deliver green-light priority to first responders and transit fleets. * IoT Mobility Innovation - Globalstar: The Globalstar RM200M integrates GNSS positioning, Bluetooth low energy, a 3-axis accelerometer, and an on-board application processor with "zero touch" provisioning. * Mobility User Experience - Skywave an Orbcomm Company: Skywave OGx delivers reliable industrial IoT NTN services by integrating satellite and cellular connectivity for IoT solution providers delivering Direct-to-Device (D2D) capabilities. The distinguished judges panel reviewed nominations from around the globe to ultimately name the top submission for each award category. The MSUA 2026 Satellite Mobile Innovations Awards Judges included: * Antonio Franchi, Head of 5G/6G NTN Programme Office, European Space Agency (ESA) * Silvano Payne, Founder & CEO, SatNews Publishers * Chris Quilty, Founder, Quilty Space * Randy Segal, Co-head of Space and Satellite Group, Partner Hogan Lovell * Zack Hester, Head of U.S. Office, Novaspace Sponsors for the annual awards program included Delta Air Lines, Globalstar, Integrasys, Iridium, Kymeta Corporation, Mission Microwave, Omnispace + Lynk Global, and Pulsar Beyond. MSUA is currently offering special membership offers for 2026.

Mavenir partners with TextNow to evolve app-based 5G MVNO service. GlobeNewswire Published Feb 24, 2026 Article content Adoption of cloud-native Mavenir BSS and Core aligns with TextNow's focus on long-term innovation Article content SAN FRANCISCO and RICHARDSON, Texas, Feb. 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - TextNow, the leading ad-supported U.S. free wireless service, and Mavenir, the disruptive cloud-native telco technology provider, today announced the integration of Mavenir's cloud-native mobile BSS and Core into TextNow's mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) infrastructure. Article content Mavenir's cloud-native BSS and Core platform solution is designed to help TextNow to onboard new users faster, launch differentiated service tiers, and expand its free wireless model to reach even more of the millions of Americans looking for great wireless service without overpaying for it. Highlighting TextNow's focus on innovation, this Mavenir integration delivers a range of features to better support TextNow's 8 million+ active users, including the ability to manage sponsorship partners, develop roaming relationships, and provision users with independent SIM profiles. Article content Advertisement 1 Story continues below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content "TextNow has spent 17 years proving that wireless service can be free, can be supported by advertising, and can deliver a great experience on a nationwide 5G network," said Tristan Huntington, Senior Vice President, Partnerships & Innovation, of TextNow. "Partnering with Mavenir allows us to remain at the forefront of innovation, giving us more control over the customer experience and a faster path to launching new features - which means we can keep pushing the boundaries of what free wireless should be." Article content Top Stories Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. Article content Mavenir's flexible cloud native modular platform can support every MVNO model and their go-to-market strategy, whether launching a sub-brand, adding mobility to an existing portfolio, or scaling a challenger brand. Article content "The MVNO market continues to evolve as operators look to innovate and differentiate their offerings - but this is simply not possible without the flexibility and scale enabled by the underlying cloud-native platform," said Sandeep Singh, SVP & General Manager, Business Solutions, of Mavenir. "TextNow's adoption of Mavenir is a prime example of how Mavenir's cloud-based technology is helping to take an MVNO to the next level, shifting from 'Thin' to 'Thick', enabling a high degree of service innovation and differentiation, and bringing free connectivity to millions more customers." Article content Advertisement 2 Story continues below Article content The Mavenir platform allows thin MVNOs to enter the market with a world class BSS platform, enabling personalization, differentiation, and smart bundling of customer offers to help maximize revenues. It will also offer thick MVNOs full network level control to innovate and build deep network integration, which includes features like QoS segments, Standalone 5G connectivity monetization, and IoT traffic handling. Article content Mobile World Congress [#MWC26]: Mavenir Convenes MVNO Leaders for High-Impact MWC26 Panel Article content Mavenir, in collaboration with Mobile World Live, will host an MVNO panel at MWC26, "MWC26 Panel: Built for More, Bound by Less: The Rise of a New Breed of MNO Embracing AI, Cloud & 5G - Mavenir" at its stand in Hall 2, 2H60. The session will highlight how MVNOs can accelerate growth through cloud-native architectures, AI-driven insight, and flexible monetization, offering practical tactics to differentiate on experience rather than price. Register - For In-Person or on the Live Streaming of the panel. Article content About TextNow: TextNow is on a mission to make phone service free, easy, and accessible to all as the only mobile provider to offer unlimited calling and texting, and free essential data on the nation's largest 5G network. Founded in 2009, TextNow is the largest provider of free mobile phone service in the U.S., and the only one offering free service supported by advertising. We have offices in San Francisco and Waterloo, Ontario and our app has been downloaded more than 300 million times globally. Our phone service helps millions of people connect freely every month. For more information, visit https://www.textnow.com/, and follow us on Instagram. 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