Globalstar Targeting Entry-Level Satcoms with Pre-paid Option
Globalstar is continuing its push for obtaining a major stake in consumer satellite communications with the announcement of its first pre-paid satellite phone, the GSP 1700, with which customers can make satellite calls without a contract. The company expects to attract clients who previously… READ MORE »
ILS to Launch Russia’s Yamal 601 Satellite
International Launch Services (ILS) has agreed to use the Proton rocket to launch Gazprom Space Systems’ Yamal 601 satellite in 2016. As a replacement for the Yamal 202, the 5,700 kg satellite will provide fixed communications and transmission services in C-band over Europe, Northern Africa, South-East… READ MORE »
Inmarsat Government Formalizes VAR Agreement for Global Xpress
Inmarsat Government has finalized its agreement to be a Value Added Reseller (VAR) for Inmarsat Global Xpress. As a cleared company under a proxy agreement with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), Inmarsat Government will provide assured access supported by a team… READ MORE »
SES Selects Xstream to Enhance Video on Demand Platform
SES Platform Services will use Xstream’s management system, Xstream MediaMaker, to power their existing Video-on-Demand delivery platform. This OTT solution will allow SES to offer their customers a flexible, multi-tenant platform for the delivery of videos to a range of devices and business models worldwide… 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!
Telered and MEASAT Provide TV Services
in Philippines
Telered Technology and Services Corporation and MEASAT Satellite Systems have signed an agreement for capacity on the MEASAT 3a satellite. Telered will now use the satellite to distribute Viva TV and Pinoy Box Office (PBO) channels in the Philippines. “With this capacity, we will be able to serve… READ MORE »
GS Group Survey Shows Pakistanis Await DTH Services
A study conducted by GS Group showed a high demand for quality digital TV among both mass and elite sectors in Pakistan, but also unveiled the problems influencing the quality of TV services. Results showed that 73 percent of respondents are not satisfied with the quality of their… READ MORE »
