UIEvolution and Kymeta Working to Bring Satellite to the Connected Car
Having satellite Internet built-in on your new car might not be as far fetched as it sounds. UIEvolution, provider of connected services platforms, is working with Kymeta to integrate its meta-materials based antenna into cars and boats. The partnership was announced at CES 2014, and… READ MORE »
Arianespace Sets Date for Next Launch
After replacing the Ariane 5 ECA launcher and completing associated checks, Arianespace has set a date for its next launch, VA217. The mission will use the Ariane 5 ECA to orbit the ABS 2 satellite for Asia Broadcast Satellite and the French-Italian Athena-Fidus satellite… READ MORE »
Encompass Government Solutions Announces New VP of Business Development
Encompass Government Solutions has announced that O’Brien McKinley has joined the company as vice president of business development. McKinley will focus on enhancing the company’s relationships within the government sector. “Encompass has grown steadily over the past several years, and I look… READ MORE »
Boeing Space Surveillance System Reduces Loss of Satellites
Boeing’s Space-Based Space Surveillance (SBSS) system has helped the U.S. Air Force reduce satellite loss by 66 percent by detecting potential threats more quickly and allowing operators to take early action if necessary. SBSS provides timely detection, collection, identification and tracking of space… READ MORE »
The January issue of Via Satellite magazine is here! This month, we celebrate the winners of the first edition of the Via Satellite Excellence Awards. These impressive individuals and forward-thinking companies represent what it takes to succeed in our industry. Also in this issue, we explore Lockheed Martin’s plans to re-enter the commercial satellite business, in both the manufacturing and launch arenas. Read it now!
C-COM Sends Mobile Antennas to Russia
C-COM Satellite Systems has received new orders for its iNetVu auto-deploy antenna systems from AltegroSky, the company’s largest Russian reseller. The antennas will assist with oil and gas exploration in Russia by one of the world’s leading oilfield services companies, and will be deployed over the… READ MORE »
SSTL to use new X50 platform for Kazakh customer
Surrey Satellite Technology Ltd (SSTL) will use its new X50 platform to deliver Ghalam LLP’s KazSTSAT satellite. This satellite will use a version of the SSTL-X50’s Earthmapper technology that will allow for global wide-area imaging to help with agricultural and flood monitoring, water quality assessment and disaster monitoring… READ MORE »
