ESPN Exec: No Plans for Separate Ultra-HD Channel

While the excitement around Ultra High Definition Television (UHDTV) continues to grow, the scars left by the failure of 3-D TV are causing the broadcasting industry to proceed with extreme caution when it comes to adopting UHDTV. But there is no… READ MORE »

Es’hailSat and Arabsat Sign Strategic Partnership for Expanded DTH Opportunities

Qatar-based Es’hailSat and Arabsat have signed a strategic partnership agreement to promote closer cooperation and strengthen the reach and penetration of the 26… READ MORE »

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ISRO Cancels GSLV D5 Liftoff Due to Second Stage Leak

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has cancelled the launch of the GSAT 14 advanced communication… READ MORE »

Newsat Appoints Don Brown to Lead Global Expansion

NewSat Limited has appointed Don Brown as senior vice president of strategic planning. The executive move follows the company’s plans … READ MORE »

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The August edition of Via Satellite magazine is here! In this issue we bring you our MSS Roundtable, an exclusive conversation with key technology executives of four of the biggest mobile satellite services operators. We also take a look at cellular backhaul, a key growth driver for satellite companies in the coming years, and see how far flyaway terminals have come from their humble roots as simple transported video uplinks. Read it now!

MTN Continues Partnership with Israeli Mano Cruises

MTN Communications will continue to be the communications provider of choice for Mano Cruises, an Israeli cruise company. Mano has increased its connectivity services in conjunction with deploying MTN's Internet and crew calling solutions. This effort will further increase the scope of communications for guests and crew sailing throughout Europe. The… READ MORE »

GVF, IRG Address Satellite Interference at China Satellite Summit

The satellite industry is taking its war against interference to Asia. A joint effort between the Global VSAT Forum (GVF) and the Satellite Interference Reduction Group (IRG) will launch an interference prevention summit at the China Satellite Summit on Sept. 4. The “Improving Satellite Communications Through Interference Prevention” summit will provide China’s… READ MORE »

Gilat Sells Spacenet for $16 Million

Gilat Satellite Networks has entered into a definitive agreement to sell its Spacenet Inc. subsidiary to Tulsa, Okla.-based SageNet. The aggregate consideration for the sale is approximately $16 million, subject to certain post-closing adjustments and expenses. The sale of Spacenet, which currently operates as part of Gilat's Services Division, is expected to strengthen Gilat's strategic focus as a… READ MORE »