A North Sea oil rig. Photo: Snapper (Flickr) [Via Satellite 05-13-2014] After recording more than $30 million in new high-end satellite network deployments, ITC Global is confident that the oil and gas sector is on a long-term upswing for satellite connectivity. New sales counted for roughly half of its business during the first quarter of… READ MORE »
Federal Court Lifts Ban on RD-180 Engines, Russian Cooperation Uncertain
RD-180 test firing at the Marshall Space Flight Center Advanced Engine Test Facility. Photo: Wikipedia [Via Satellite 05-13-2014] The United States Court of Federal Claims has dissolved a ban on Russian-built RD-180 engines manufactured by NPO Energomash. The ban was prompted by a preliminary injunction filed by SpaceX against the U.S. Air Force’s block buy… READ MORE »
The May issue of Via Satellite magazine is here! We dedicate this edition to the women in the satellite industry. Usually outnumbered by men, we bring you their stories and their take on the satellite business. Additionally, we talk with industry leaders on the role of High Throughput Satellites (HTS), the tactics and strategies of U.S. defense companies and we take a look at FIFA’s plan to broadcast their World Cup to millions of viewers across the globe – with satellite playing a key role. Read it now!
Avanti to Partner with the Department of International Development for New Educational Program in Kenya
Teachers and pupils in a GEC program classroom. Photo: Department for International Development [Via Satellite 05-14-2014] Avanti Communications has partnered with the British Department for International Development (DFID) to deliver education programs to 60,000 students in Kenya, a large portion of these students being girls. The program has been funded $15.9 million by the DFID… READ MORE »
EIAST Releases Results of Super Resolution Tool
Image taken from the DubaiSat 2 satellite of the Emirates palace in Abu Dhabi on December 1, 2013. Photo: EIAST. [Via Satellite 05-13-2014] The Emirates Institution for Advanced Science and Technology (EIAST) unveiled results from its Super Resolution Tool, developed by engineer Saeed Al Mansoori. The tool improved resolution of satellite imagery by 2.5 feet,… READ MORE »
SpeedCast Acquires SatComms Australia, Announces New Board Additions
The terminal for SatComms Australia is located in Henderson, along the Western coast. Photo: SatComms Australia [Via Satellite 05-13-2014] SpeedCast, an international satellite services provider, acquired SatComms Australia, a solutions provider based out of Queensland, Australia with services specializing in the natural resources, maritime and government sectors. SpeedCast is looking to better serve its customers… READ MORE »
Advantech Wireless Releases New Extreme Temperature Resistant SSPAs/BUCs
Unit from the new 2300 G series of SSPAs/BUCs for extreme temperature. Photo: Advantech Wireless [Via Satellite 05-13-2014] Advantech Wireless released a new 2300 G series of 60W to 125W Ku-band Gallium Nitride (GaN) Solid State Power Amplifiers (SSPAs)/Block Upconverters (BUCs). This new series is designed for extreme temperature ranges, from negative 67 degrees to… READ MORE »
BSkyB Comments on Potential Acquisition of German and Italian Pay-TV Services from 21st Century Fox
A Sky TV customer. Photo: BSkyB [Via Satellite 05-13-2014] British Sky Broadcasting Group (BSkyB) has responded to speculation on its potential acquisition of Sky Deutschland and Sky Italia from 21st Century Fox. The entertainment and communications company expressed its plans to expand the company’s business in the United Kingdom and Ireland, and, as part of… READ MORE »
Talia Names New SVP, Commences U.S. Operations
[Via Satellite 05-13-2014] Talia Limited announced the opening of its first office in North America, which will be based in Washington, D.C. The company also recently appointed Joel Allen as senior vice president of international business development for energy and public sectors. He will head the U.S. operations. Prior to this position, Allen advised voice,… READ MORE »
