| Displaying 1 - 20 of 43 matching stories. |
 |
|
| 05.01.2012 |
|
FSS and MSS: Blurring the Lines
At SATELLITE 2012, one of the most frequently discussed subtexts to more familiar topics was the blurring of the lines between fixed and mobile satellite service (FSS and MSS). In fact, Via Satellite’s Satellite Executive of the Year, Matt Desch, CEO of...
|
|
|
|
| 02.01.2012 |
|
Agile Apertures: Antenna and Beam Technologies Redefining Satellite Landscape
A powerful new generation of enhanced satellites is placing more stringent requirements on antenna manufacturers as satellite operators look to gain the next-generation of antenna technology without incurring huge extra costs. Are antenna manufacturers able...
|
|
|
|
| 12.01.2011 |
|
Interfering Signal: Operators, Partners Take Industry Approach to Tackle Interference
Eutelsat’s announcement in September to implement Carrier ID in video transmissions for the 2012 Olympics could prove to be a key moment in the battle against satellite interference. With satellite operators losing millions of dollars each year due to...
|
|
|
|
| 11.29.2011 |
|
ABS Exec Expects Most of ABS-2 Capacity Sold Prior to Launch 
[Satellite News 11-29-11] Asia Broadcast Satellite (ABS) hopes to have sold up to 80 percent of the capacity on its ABS-2 satellite prior to launch. The launch of the satellite, which is set to take place in 2013, could mark a key turning point for the...
|
|
|
|
| 11.29.2011 |
|
FSS Competitors Prepare for Next Year’s African Market Blitz
[Satellite News 11-29-11] FSS operators have big plans for Africa in 2012, with investments in fleet and service expansion across the continent in a race set to begin with the launch of new satellites...
|
|
|
|
| 06.01.2011 |
|
C-Band Small Aperture Terminals (CSAT)
We all are familiar with the VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) network, which encompasses a hub and multiple, identical remote stations. VSAT licenses in Ku-band have been used for a long time and provide what is popularly called “blanket...
|
|
|
|
| 01.01.2010 |
|
WiMax Relationship with Satellite Sector Evolving
The WiMax sector’s overall efforts were rebuffed at the 2007 World Radiocommunication Conference, but with some governments around the globe continuing to support WiMax and international mobile telecommunications (IMT) players and use of the spectrum...
|
|
|
|
| 04.01.2009 |
|
Spectrum Fights
After a multi-year fight to retain untarnished use of C-band, the satellite industry continues to face challenges on that front as well as other spectrum bands. Why are other communications sectors seeking access to bands used by the satellite industry? Do...
|
|
|
|
| 02.19.2008 |
|
Satellite Experts Look Back On 2007, Ahead To 2008
[Satellite News - 2-19-08] From satellite broadband to consolidation within the FSS industry, there are many hot topics within the satellite industry. The Satellite 2008 Show Daily spoke to Andrea Maleter, technical director, Futron Corp, Christopher Baugh...
|
|
|
|
| 02.01.2008 |
|
C-Band Fight: To The Victor Go The Spoils
For a while, the satellite industry’s battle to retain C-band spectrum seemed to be a losing proposition, as well-financed telecommunications players were lobbying hard to gain access to the bandwidth. However, the satellite industry found its...
|
|
|
|
| 02.01.2008 |
|
Satellite Executive of the Year 2007: Our Nominees Are…
Each year, Via Satellite honors the top executive performances of the past 12 months. The 2007 nominees include three CEOs who guided their respective companies to successful financial years as well as laid the groundwork for continued long-term success and...
|
|
|
|
| 01.01.2008 |
|
Enjoy C-Band Win But Prepare For More Battles In The Future
The satellite industry scored a victory at the World Radiocommunication Conference 2007 (WRC-07), as delegates rejected requests from terrestrial interests to gain more access to C-band spectrum. WiMax and international mobile telecommunications (IMT) players...
|
|
|
|
| 12.01.2007 |
|
Protecting C-Band Satellite Operations
The satellite industry must seek to persuade policy makers at the highest international level as well as at the national and regional level of the need to protect existing satellite operations in the C-band (3.4 gigahertz to 4.2 gigahertz) from interfering...
|
|
|
|
| 11.16.2007 |
|
WRC Affirms C-Band Spectrum Reserved For Satellite Communications
[11-16-07 — Satellite News] The satellite industry scored a resounding victory at the World Radiocommunication Conference 2007 (WRC-07), as the meeting closed with delegates rejecting requests from terrestrial players that they have more access to...
|
|
|
|
| 11.06.2007 |
|
[11-06-07 - Satellite News] As the World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC) enters its third week in Geneva, the campaign for No Change in C-band has continued to gain momentum. In contrast to the usual practice —...
|
|
|
|
| 10.31.2007 |
|
WRC-07 Report
[10-31-07 - Satellite News] GENEVA — During the first week of the World Radiocommunication Conference (WRC-07), administrations from Asia, Africa, and Latin America made clear their broad and deep support for keeping the status quo for satellite...
|
|
|
|
| 10.17.2007 |
|
Measat Signs MTV Pakistan Deal
[10-17-07 – Satellite Today] Pacific Century Matrix, a provider of satellite-based television broadcast solutions, has signed agreements with the Indus Media Group to use the Measat-3...
|
|
|
|
| 09.04.2007 |
|
Industry Executives Bullish On Satellite Industry
Satellite operators painted an optimistic picture for the years ahead with new growth opportunities as well as strong demand in core markets such as video. The industry is“in a dynamic phase,” Yves Blanc, director of strategic planning and...
|
|
|
|
| 09.01.2007 |
|
No Middle Ground Between Satellite and Telecoms
Many satellite executives believe the potential loss of C-band spectrum to terrestrial players would be catastrophic or disastrous for the industry. There is little doubt that the stakes are high for many satellite players, but is there another option than...
|
|
|
|
| 09.01.2007 |
|
While Not Perfect, Compromise May Be Best Option On C-band
Satellite players and terrestrial interests have drawn sharp lines in their debate over the access to C-band spectrum, but there are some areas where the two sides have reached at least some level of agreement. At issue is the desire by major terrestrial...
|
|
|
|
| Pages: [1] 2 3 Next » |
