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Technology
Eutelsat Approves SVS Satellite Systems’ Auto-Pointing Antenna Systems
[Via Satellite 09-17-13] Eutelsat has granted approval to SVS Satellite Systems’ SVSAT78-Ka Auto-Pointing Antenna System. This product added into Eutelsat’s guide to the selection of the most appropriate auto-pointing terminal […]
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Connectivity
SITA and Thales Enable In-Flight Entertainment on Demand to Passengers’ Devices
[Via Satellite 09-17-13] Thales and SITA have seen success with the pairing of Thales’ GateSync with SITA’s e-Aircraft Connectivity Services to enable in-flight entertainment (IFE) on demand to passengers’ smartphones, […]
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Connectivity
Newtec to Provide VSAT Broadband Hub and Terminals to Liquid Telecom
[Via Satellite 09-17-13] Newtec signed an agreement at IBC 2013 to provide a VSAT Broadband Hub and thousands of VSAT terminals to Liquid Telecom, an independent data, voice and IP […]
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Technology
SES Provides Easy Access to Its Global Fleet and Services
[Via Satellite 09-17-13] SES launched its new extensive Global Access Network, consisting of SES-owned and third-party partner teleports, fiber-based network and points of presence, which will allow its customers to […]
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Connectivity
Advantech Wireless’ SSPAs Receive Certification from Anatel
[Via Satellite 09-17-13] Advantech Wireless’ GaN-based SapphireBlu Series of UltraLinear Ku-Band Solid State Power Amplifiers (SSPA) received certification from the Brazilian National Telecommunication Agency (Anatel). “This certification allows us to […]
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Uncategorized
Capacity on two Eutelsat satellites mobilized by Media Broadcast for coverage of German federal elections
Capacity on two satellites operated by Eutelsat Communications (Euronext Paris: ETL) has been selected by Media Broadcast, a leading service provider in the broadcasting and media industry, to provide immediate […]
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Connectivity
Panasonic Avionics Partners with Telesat to Boost IFC Coverage Through South America
[Via Satellite 09-16-13] Panasonic Avionics Corporation has enhanced the coverage and capacity of its in-flight connectivity service over South America through the use of Telesat’s new Anik G1 satellite. Anik […]
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Connectivity
ViaSat Enters Contract with UGL to Complete Satellite Gateways for NBN
[Via Satellite 09-05-13] Australian-based UGL Limited will complete gateway installations for the NBN Co. high-capacity satellite system after signing a contract with ViaSat. Approximately a dozen UGL workers be trained […]
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Finance
SES to Use Supplementary Satellite Spectrum at the 28.2/28.5 Degrees East Orbital Arc
[Via Satellite 09-16-13] SES has been granted rights to use German Ku-band orbital frequencies at the 28.5 degrees east orbital position. The rights become effective from Oct. 4, 2013 onwards […]
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Connectivity
Eutelsat Partners with Samsung to Promote Ultra-HD
[Via Satellite 09-16-13] Eutelsat Communications and Samsung Electronics will combine their industry-leading expertise to partner on the promotion of ultra-HD. The two companies have launched a dedicated ultra-HD satellite channel […]
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Connectivity
IDC and Irdeto to Deliver End-to-End Solution for Pay TV
[Via Satellite 09-16-13] International Datacasting (IDC) and Irdeto have joined forces to provide a solution for overcoming the hurdles facing pay television operators in fast-growing markets. The two companies are […]
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Connectivity
Sky Italia Approves WNC’s LNB Converter
[Via Satellite 09-16-13] Wistron NeWeb Corporation’s (WNC) latest operator-class Low Noise Block (LNB) converter, which leverages Entropic’s EN5288 Channel Stacking Switch (CSS), has been approved for use and deployment at […]
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Connectivity
JetBlue’s LiveTV Receives STC for Airbus 320
[Via Satellite 09-04-13] LiveTV, a wholly owned subsidiary of JetBlue Airways has received a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for Airbus 320 aircraft from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the […]
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Technology
TrustComm CEO Aims at Becoming Single-Source Provider for COMSATCOM with MSS Expansion
[Via Satellite 09-13-2013] TrustComm’s recent expansion of its VSAT and engineering service portfolio to include Mobile Satellite Services (MSS) is the latest step in its strategic plan, said Bob Roe, […]
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Connectivity
Gogo Selects SES to Expand In-Flight Broadband Services
[Via Satellite 09-13-13] Gogo, a provider of in-flight connectivity, and SES have signed a ground satellite infrastructure agreement to enable the future delivery and expansion of Gogo broadband services over […]
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Connectivity
Garuda’s Flights Now Fitted with Panasonic’s Global Communications Services
[Via Satellite 09-13-13] Garuda Indonesia has taken delivery of its first two Boeing 777-300ER aircraft fitted with Panasonic Avionics Corporation’s Global Communications Services. Under the deal, Garuda will be taking a total of […]
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Government/Military
Exelis Takes a Dab at Electronic Interference With New System
[Via Satellite 09-13-13] Exelis has revealed a system to allow continued communications in a heavily jammed battlefield environment. The small, lightweight Integrated Protection and Transmission System (iProTxS) can be integrated […]
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Connectivity
Newtec’s M6100 Satellite Broadcast Modulator Selected by Arqiva
[Via Satellite 09-13-13] Arqiva, a communications infrastructure and media services company, has selected satellite specialist Newtec’s M6100 Satellite Broadcast Modulator to upgrade parts of its network. The multi-year deal, enabled […]
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Connectivity
C-Com Receives Type Approval for iNetVu Ka-98G from Avanti
[Via Satellite 09-13-13] C-Com Satellite Systems has received type approval for its iNetVu Ka-98G antenna system from Avanti Communications, which provides coverage across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The […]
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Uncategorized
Intelsat, BT and Ericsson to Bring Live Rugby to IBC2013 in True 4K Ultra High Definition Format
Intelsat S.A., the world’s leading provider of satellite services, along with partners BT Group Plc, Ericsson, Sony and Newtec, will demonstrate a true 4K Ultra High Definition Television, end-to-end video […]
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Uncategorized
IBC 2013: Eutelsat and Samsung announce a partnership to promote Ultra HD
Eutelsat Communications and Samsung Electronics today announced an agreement to combine their industry-leading expertise to partner on the promotion of Ultra HD. The two companies have launched a dedicated Ultra […]
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Connectivity
Panasonic, Intelsat Collaborate to Offer Communications Over Fastest Growing Air Travel Region
[Via Satellite 09-12-13] Panasonic Avionics Corporation has entered an agreement with Intelsat for capacity on the high-performance Intelsat EpicNG platform. Panasonic has selected the Intelsat 33e satellite to provide coverage […]
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Government/Military
Governments and Militaries Welcome Inmarsat’s L-TAC Service
[Via Satellite 09-11-13] Governments and militaries in more than a dozen countries around the world have successfully trialed or are currently evaluating Inmarsat’s recently launched L-TAC service for communications-on-the-move. Militaries […]
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Connectivity
Astrium Opens New Logistics Center
[Via Satellite 09-12-13] Astrium Services, a global provider of satellite-enabled telecom solutions, has opened a new logistics center in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Alongside existing logistics facilities in Houston and Singapore, […]
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Uncategorized
Romantis Expands Sales of UHP Advanced Networking Products in North America
Romantis, a global provider of satellite services and networking equipment, announced today that it recently received significant new orders for its innovative UHP (Universal Hardware Platform) satellite products from the […]
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Uncategorized
Exelis receives $5.4 million order to provide communications installation equipment for international customer
Exelis has been awarded a direct commercial contract valued at $5.4 million to provide communications installation equipment to an international customer. This sale includes SINCGARS (Single Channel Ground and Airborne […]
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Uncategorized
SES broadcasts two live Ultra HD channels in new HEVC standard at IBC 2013
SES announced today that, together with industry partners, it will be showcasing two Ultra HD demo channels in the new high efficiency video coding (HEVC) standard at the SES stand […]
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Technology
SES and Hughes Connect Passengers with Row 44’s IFEC
[Via Satellite 09-11-13] SES and Hughes Network Systems have entered a multi-year, multi-transponder satellite capacity and infrastructure deal to connect airline passengers on trans-Atlantic flights with Row 44’s inflight connectivity […]
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Finance
Exelis Delivers Payload for DigitalGlobe’s WorldView 3 Satellite
[Via Satellite 09-11-13] Exelis has delivered an integrated, super-spectral payload consisting of a telescope, sensor and shortwave infrared (SWIR) system for DigitalGlobe’s WorldView 3 satellite. This spacecraft is believed to […]
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Technology
Euroconsult: Emerging Regions Drive Transition in Satellite Industry
[Via Satellite 09-11-13] The FSS sector is transitioning into a new environment with increased competition between satellite operators and greater uncertainty on demand usage and associated pricing conditions. These are […]





















