African telecoms group Liquid Telecom is extending its Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) service through a new partnership with Kymeta, aiming to deliver enhanced satellite mobile connectivity across Africa. As part of a master distribution agreement, Kymeta’s High Throughput Satellite (HTS) communication systems will be integrated with Liquid Telecom’s satellite connectivity. This aims to provide…

Honeywell Aerospace is entering the airlines cabin services market as a value-added reseller for Inmarsat's GX Aviation in-flight broadband service, to broaden its global customer network. Honeywell will remain the exclusive provider of the company's JetWave hardware and GoDirect software and services. As part of the move, Honeywell and Inmarsat will continue to work closely on…

Gilat Satellite Networks's dual-band aero terminal has passed the standard for the environmental testing of avionics hardware, and received the DO-160 certification. Gilat's Ku-/Ka-band AeroEdge 6000 is now ready to install in all commercial aircraft. The AeroEdge 6000 is a terminal which can operate in both Ka- and Ku-bands, and aims to provide satellite broadband communication…

Speedcast International has been awarded multi-year contracts in multiple countries to enhance existing global services for Schlumberger, an oilfield services provider. The improvements include equipment and network upgrades leveraging modem and terminal technologies in countries such as Pakistan, China, Australia, and New Zealand. Speedcast will also upgrade technology for sites in Latin America, as well as…