SES Working with Over 30 Manufacturers to Create SAT>IP Products
After partnering with Panasonic to produce the first television set capable of Satellite Over IP (SAT>IP), SES believes there is more room to grow. SAT>IP is a communications protocol that takes Digital Video Broadcasting (DVB) data and transfers it into IP format… READ MORE »
Intelsat and L-3 CS-W Demonstrate Air Force PTW Technology on Ku-band Satellite
Intelsat General and L-3 Communication Systems-West demonstrated the new Protected United States Air Force Tactical Waveform technology over Ku-band transponders. These tests measured the performance of anti-jam modems and waveform technology over Intelsat’s Galaxy 18 satellite. The demonstrations were observed by… READ MORE »
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DMSP 19 Satellite to Assist NOAA Weather Models
The United States Air Force’s latest Defense Meteorological Satellite Program (DMSP) spacecraft, launched on April 3 from Vandenberg Air Force Base, is currently undergoing a series of on-orbit system tests. Operational use is expected in approximately six weeks. The
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Norsat Launches Atom Series of BUCs and SSPAs
Norsat launched the Atom series of Ku-band Block Up Converters (BUCs) and Solid State Power Amplifiers (SSPAs). The Atom series BUCs and SSPAs are designed to enable applications such as portable VSAT, Satcom on the Move, radar, Traveling Wave Tube Amplifiers (TWTA) replacement and airborne… 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!
Advantech Wireless Unveils New Multicarrier Broadcast Modulator
Advantech Wireless released a new multicarrier broadcast modulator: MSBM-500. From one 500 Mhz carrier, the modulator is capable of generating up to 16 independent 30 Msymbols/s carriers in the 950 Mhz to 2150 Mhz band. The MSBM-500 also supports Digital Video Broadcasting… READ MORE »
Levels Beyond and GlobeComm Systems to Offer Joint Solution for Media, Government and Enterprise
Levels Beyond and Globecomm Systems announced a strategic alliance to offer a new solution for customers in media, government and enterprise markets. The companies have plans to present a single platform to customers for communication technology and content. “Enterprises today are faced with two compelling media challenges… READ MORE »
PSSI Hires Rick Ball for Operational Support
PSSI Global Services has hired Rick Ball to assist with operational support and contribute to the company’s growth. Ball has more than 25 years of experience in the satellite industry and is a founding partner of a satellite uplink firm. Ball has performed as EIC for several major national networks and has… READ MORE »
O3b to Provide Improved Connectivity to Norfolk Telecom Customers
O3b Networks signed a multi-year agreement with Norfolk Telecom to provide O3b Trunk services to Norfolk Island customers, a small island off the eastern coast of Australia. Norfolk Telecom is the principal provider of mobile and fixed line telephone services and Internet services on Norfolk… READ MORE »