The 6G-NTN project participated in the International Conference on ICT Convergence (ICTC) 2025, held on 14-17 October 2025 in Jeju Island, South Korea. The event brought together leading researchers and industry experts to discuss the latest advancements and future directions in ICT, including the integration of non-terrestrial networks (NTN) into 6G systems.
As part of the conference programme, on 16 October, Prof. Alessandro Vanelli-Coralli, 6G-NTN Project Coordinator from the University of Bologna, delivered a keynote presentation titled “Exploring the Future of Non-Terrestrial Networks: Challenges and Innovations for 6G NTN.” His keynote built on the newly proposed system architectures for the 3D Multilayered Architecture to explore the evolutionary and revolutionary paths of the design of the 6G NTN air interface, highlighting and discussing key research challenges for the native integration of terrestrial and non-terrestrial networks.
On 17 October, Nicolas Chuberre, 6G-NTN Technical Manager and Solution Line Manager at Thales Alenia Space, presented “A Satellite Network Component for the 6G Network.” His talk introduced an original concept for the satellite component of 6G mobile systems, covering key use cases, hybrid architectures (GSO + NGSO), sizing and radio protocol features.
These contributions underline the pivotal role of the 6G-NTN consortium in shaping the future of non-terrestrial connectivity and advancing Europe’s leadership in 6G innovation.
About ICTC
The International Conference on ICT Convergence (ICTC) is a leading global event that brings together researchers, industry experts, and academics to explore the latest trends and innovations in ICT-driven industrial convergence. The conference focuses on the challenges and opportunities of integrating ICT across multiple sectors, including wireless and mobile communications, smart devices, mobile cloud computing, green communication, healthcare and bioinformatics, and intelligent transportation.
Organised by KICS with technical co-sponsorship from IEEE Communications Society and IEICE Communications Society, ICTC features plenary sessions, technical paper presentations, and invited industrial sessions.