Connectivity

Satellite communications will lead the way for broadcast, broadband, and a cellular backhaul within Asia, according to ETL Systems, an RF distribution equipment design and manufacture firm.

Mobile 3G networks in Africa are set to benefit from the new-generation Newtec modems ...

Regional FSS operators are becoming more ambitious as they look to keep pace with the big global players such as Intelsat, SES and Eutelsat. In the July edition of Via Satellite, we talk to a number of regional FSS CTOs about how they are investing in new technology to keep their satellite plans on track.

Netherlands-based Mobile Viewpoint (MVP), has been shortlisted for the IBC Awards. Mobile Viewpoint is nominated in the content creation category with a project the company implemented together with the British Broadcasting Company (BBC).

The FCC issued an order June 6 enabling NextNav to begin commercial operation of its advanced positioning network, which is designed to support 911 emergency first responders.

MACOM Technology Solutions introduced a new broadband sub-harmonic pumped mixer for cost-sensitive applications covering the 14 to 32 GHz frequency range and IF frequencies from DC-7 GHz.

Telespazio Brasil is one of the main satellite players in Brazil looking to take advantage of the many opportunities in the market. Marzio Laurenti, the company’s CEO says he expects the Telespazio Brasil’s growth to come from three specific market segments

Thales Alenia Space has announced the successful liftoff of the European Space Agency’s fourth Automated Transfer Vehicle (ATV), named after famous scientist Albert Einstein.

Northrop Grumman has developed a new gallium nitride (GaN) flange packaged power amplifier designed for military and commercial Ka-band communication applications.

Global MSS provider Applied Satellite Technology (AST) has announced that Sandy Johnson, former COO of Satcom Global, will join the company to assist in business development and strategy.