EUREKA CELTIC 6G-SKY - 6G for Connected Sky

Important results from the project

The 6G-SKY project achieved its goals by developing a holistic architecture integrating terrestrial, aerial, and satellite networks. Key results include novel antenna technologies, seamless multi-technology connectivity, AI-based handover management, strong contributions to 3GPP standardization, and new cross-domain collaborations.

Expected long term effects

In the long term, 6G-SKY will strengthen Europe’s leadership in 6G through standardization and innovation. Results support secure, sustainable, and reliable communications for aviation, logistics, IoT, and emergency services. The project lays the foundation for future global 3D network deployments.

Approach and implementation

The 6G-SKY project followed the plan with six work packages covering architecture, link-level technology, 3D networks, NTN design and tests/demonstrations. The activities were relevant and contributed directly to the objectives. Some delays occurred around hardware prototypes and some tests, but did not affect the overall outcome. The collaboration worked well between academia, industry and government, and interdisciplinary collaboration was a success factor.

External links

6G-SKY project website