The Airspace World 2025 event, scheduled from May 13 to 15 at the Feira Internacional de Lisboa, Portugal, is set to be a pivotal gathering for aviation professionals worldwide.

As a key player in satellite-based Communication, Navigation and Surveillance (CNS) services, ESSP will offer a series of presentations on avant-garde projects related to satellite-based communication services already in operation, aimed at enhancing Air Traffic Management (ATM) digitalization. These sessions will highlight our most advanced projects, showcasing their impact and contributions to the evolution of ATM.

Showcasing Iris Service Performance:

It is an excellent time to reflect on the early advances of satellite-based data link communication services in the aerospace industry through Iris, the unique satellite-based datalink communication service certified by EASA.

Iris was built to address the growing need for efficient and reliable datalink communication channels in aviation. With the increasing complexity of air traffic and the demand for real-time data sharing, traditional communication methods were becoming insufficient. Iris service leverages advanced technology to facilitate seamless data exchange between aircraft system and ATC ground system, ensuring that pilots and ground air traffic control can communicate effectively and safely, even in challenging conditions.

ESSP, as the Iris Service Provider (ISP), will present the performance and benefits of Iris, as it has been operational for over a year now, and numerous pre-commercial flights have been successfully completed using the Iris service, providing proof of its capabilities in a variety of operational scenarios.

Some key achievements were proven:

1. Enhanced Safety Protocols: by providing real-time updates and alerts, Iris has significantly increased the reliability of datalink communications, improving situational awareness for pilots and air traffic controllers and contributing to safer flight operations.
2. Operational Efficiency: the service has streamlined datalink communication processes, improving the required operational performances notably reducing the time to exchange critical information (e.g. trajectory information, complex route clearances) between flight crews and air traffic controllers, thereby enhancing overall operational efficiency and safety.
3. Positive Feedback from Users: pilots and air traffic controllers have reported high satisfaction levels with Iris, noting its user-friendly interface and reliability during flights.

Do not miss our presentation to gain in-depth insights into Iris and its impact on the future of aviation communication.

Presenting the ESMA Project:

In addition to Iris, ESSP will present the European Sky Multilink ATN (ESMA) project Digital Sky Demonstrator (DSD), which is co-financed by the European Commission through the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) with the support of SESAR Joint Undertaking.

The project aims to demonstrate a multilink communications infrastructure that integrates satellite communication (SATCOM) data link alongside VHF Data Link (VDL) Mode 2. This integration ensures seamless and automatic switching between communication links, enhancing coverage, capacity, and resilience in air traffic management.

You can see the full presentation here:

ESSP’s presence at Airspace World 2025 underscores our dedication to advancing digital aviation communication services. By showcasing the Iris service and the ESMA project, we aim to highlight their contributions to creating a safer, more efficient, and sustainable aviation ecosystem.

We invite all attendees to visit our stand, participate in our presentations, and engage with our team to explore how, together, we can steer the future of airspace.