Connectivity

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...

Post-conflict governments in war-torn areas often make it a priority to rebuild their telecommunications networks. This is because it is difficult to advance other rebuilding efforts, such as restoring order...

[Satellite TODAY 02-01-12] OmniAccess has upgraded its global VSAT network with iDirect’s latest operating software, iDX 3.0, iDirect announced Jan. 31.    By combining SCPC and TDMA operating modes, iDX...

LightSquared’s plans to deploy a terrestrial LTE network using L-band satellite frequencies was dealt a serious blow by reports that government testing found that its proposed LTE service caused significant...

While 2011 was characterized by more sober predictions for the take-up of 3-D TV, there are still many believers among broadcasters in the medium. Most ardent among them is High...

We usually discuss satellite technology in politically neutral terms, recognizing its achievements in communications, media, navigation, mapping and other fields, while at best tacitly acknowledging that the same capabilities can...

[Satellite TODAY 02-01-12] SES has relocated the SES-3 satellite from its former location over North America to serve Asia at the 108.2 degrees East orbital slot, the operator announced Jan....

Comtech EF Data Wins Mobile Backhaul Contract in Latin America Comtech EF Data was awarded a $4.1 million contract to provide satellite communications equipment supporting mobile backhaul network expansion to...

Liberty Global Appoints Hall Senior Vice President, General Counsel Liberty Global appointed Bryan Hall its new senior vice president, general counsel and secretary. Hall succeeds Elizabeth Markowski, who retired at...

[Satellite TODAY 01-31-12] Panasonic Avionics has commissioned and tested its new service on the Russian Yamal 201 satellite with its Moscow-based partner RuSat, the companies announced Jan. 30.    Panasonic...