Propelled by the growth of its American market, Israel-based RRsat Global Communications Network is opening a new corporate office in the United States, and has established a new management team to lead RRsat America. The expansion includes a major overhaul of the company’s New… READ MORE »
Arianespace Prepares for Astra 5B and Amazonas 4A Dual Launch
Arianepsace is preparing for the launch of SES’ Astra 5B satellite and Hispasat’s Amazonas 4A satellite aboard an Ariane 5 launcher on March 21. The launch was previously delayed twice in order to allow Hispasat to conduct additional checks to its payload. Astra 5B, the first of six… READ MORE »
CPI SuperLinear® TWTAs are the most power-efficient HPAs in the industry. They are twice as efficient as comparable SSPAs, including GaN-based products, resulting in lower operational costs and better MTBF. SuperLinear TWTAs are available in C-, X- and Ku-bands, and cause less carbon emissions than any alternative.
AsiaSat Releases 2013 Annual Results
AsiaSat has released its 2013 annual results, reporting a decrease in turnover, profit and operating expenses. Turnover decreased 16 percent from 2012 to 2013, mainly due to previous year’s one-off revenue of approximately $40 million, a result of the Finance Act in India in May… READ MORE »
Arabsat Issues RFP for New Satellites
Arabsat has released a request for proposal (RFP) for the procurement of four new satellites: the HS3, HS4, ARB6E and ARB6A, set to launch in 2016 and 2017. The satellites will be positioned at three different orbital locations covering Middle-Eastern, African, Asian and European markets with… READ MORE »
The March issue of Via Satellite magazine is here! This month we bring you an exclusive interview with the 2013 Satellite Executive of the Year award winner, Khalid Balkheyour. As a strong, vibrant regional FSS operator, Balkheyour has created a powerhouse in the Middle East. Additionally, we talk to key visionaries from Kymeta, O3b, Viasat, Thuraya, Norsat, and ABS, about the future of the industry, and the world’s growing dependence on satellite. We also go over the satellite industry's effort for the disaster relief efforts after Typhoon Haiyan, get a one-on-one with CNES President, Jean-Yves Le Gall, and more! Read it now!
Eutelsat Selected to Launch M7 Group Pay-TV Platform in Hungary
M7 Group, a European company that provides pay-TV services, has selected Eutelsat’s 9 degrees east neighborhood to support the launch of AustriaSat Magyarország by its subsidiary, M70 Group Kft. The company has signed a long-term contract with Eutelsat for two 33 MHz transponders on… READ MORE »
Harris Corporation Introduces New HF Tactical Radio
Harris Corporation has created a high-frequency (HF) tactical radio network that has the ability to link U.S. military bases with clear communications and improved capabilities. During a demonstration, the network allowed U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) personnel to send and… READ MORE »
