Entropic Pivots for Future Broadcasting Tech Amidst Revenue Decline
The expected uptick in ultra-HD (or 4K) technology and the transition to digital channel stacking switch (CSS) solutions were noted as drivers for Entropic Communications’ expected growth in the latter half of 2014 and into 2015. The focus on these upcoming changes were… READ MORE »
SatLink, Fashion TV Extend Distribution Agreement
SatLink Communications has extended its agreement with Fashion TV (FTV) for the global playout, content management and distribution of its HD and SD channels. SatLink will distribute FTV’s content to Asia on AsiaSat 3S, the U.S. on IS805 C-band platform, and Europe on the Hotbird DVB S2… READ MORE »
SATELLITE 2014 SUPER SESSIONS
On Thursday, March 13, 2014, there will be 2 Super Sessions closing out the SATELLITE 2014 Conference and Exhibition. The Next Big Four: Driving the Future of Space-Based Communications–sponsored by Airbus Defence & Space featuring visionary leaders from Hispasat, SKY Perfect JSAT, Russian Satellite Communications Company and Star One. And a brand new event for 2014, Satellite Executive of the Year Winners Circle: Past Winners Assess the Road Ahead including Mark Dankberg of ViaSat, Matt Desch of Iridium Communications, Pradman Kaul of Hughes, and David Thompson of Orbital Sciences Corporation. Reserve your pass to SATELLITE today while Advance discount rates are still active.
Measat Highlights Satellite Capabilities, Announces Next Launch
Measat has announced its new satellite system and its plans to further support the growth of Malaysia’s ICT industry. The announcements came during an official visit by YB Dato’ Sri Ahmad Shabery Cheek, Malaysia’s minister of communication and multimedia… READ MORE »
ViewSat Selects Intelsat for US Service
ViewSat will be using Intelsat capacity to facilitate and enhance its distribution service to the North American direct-to-home (DTH) market. The British operator will use Intelsat’s Galaxy 19 video neighborhood, which serves as a U.S. neighborhood for free-to-air multicultural programming, distributing content originating from… READ MORE »
The February issue of Via Satellite magazine is here! This month, we relive the much anticipated and dramatic SES 8 launch, the first commercial satellite launch by SpaceX. We also go through what it takes for the satellite industry to win the spectrum battle at the upcoming WRC-15, and get an overview of India's regulatory obstacles for satellite and what needs to be done in order to overcome them. Plus, as a digital exclusive, we bring you the Satellite Executive of the Year nominees! Find out who are the four runners to the most prestigious award in the satellite industry. Read it now!
Gilat Introduces CellEdge End-to-End Solution for Rural Areas
Gilat Satellite Networks has introduced CellEdge, an integrated cell-over-satellite solution designed for unserved rural areas. This end-to-end solution has the ability to deliver cost-effective 2G and 3G cell services to unserved areas, a total average power draw of 80W, and provides optimization of satellite bandwidth… READ MORE »
Cinecolombia Selects International Datacasting for Digital Cinema Solutions
Cinecolombia has selected International Datacasting Corporation’s digital cinema distribution technology SuperFlex Pro Cinema for its movie theater chains. IDC’s Latin American digital cinema partner, Grupo ChileFilms and their affiliate, Cinecolor Colombia, managed the sale to Cinecolombia. “With IDC, we have great confidence that we… READ MORE »
