Raytheon, Lockheed Martin Win Multi-Million Dollar Air Force Contracts
The United States Air Force recently announced long-awaited decisions on its Space Fence and Family of Advanced Beyond Line of Sight Terminals (FAB-T). The $914.7 million, five-year Space Fence program award was competed for between Lockheed Martin and Raytheon. While Lockheed Martin… READ MORE »
Exelis Secures Contract for NASA Radiation Budget Instrument
NASA awarded a $208 million contract to Exelis to build the Radiation Budget Instrument (RBI), a scanning radiometer that can measure Earth’s reflected sunlight and emitted thermal radiation. The instrument will judge the effects of clouds on the… READ MORE »
The June issue of Via Satellite magazine is here! This month we reached out to end users across key emerging regions to see if demands for cellular backhaul capacity are as strong as the satellite industry hopes they are. We also bring you top Airbus execs' insight into the company's reorganization, and an exclusive coverage of our 4k Technology Breakfast during NAB. Read it now!
BT Network to Connect De Beers Group
BT secured a six-year, $37 million contract with the De Beers Group to provide a range of IT services to 70 De Beers sites, including various exploration and mining locations. BT will offer a range… READ MORE »
SES’ Astra 5B Satellite Live Over Central, Eastern Europe and Russia, CIS
SES’ Astra 5B satellite went live on Monday, June 2 from its orbital position over Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), as well as Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). The satellite provides Direct-to-Home (DTH) and direct-to-cable services, and contribution feeds to… READ MORE »
Comtech Subsidiary Secures Order from African Mobile Network Operator
Comtech EF Data, a subsidiary of Comtech Telecommunications based in Tempe, Ariz., was awarded $1 million in follow-on equipment orders from a Mobile Network Operator (MNO) in Africa during the recent quarter ending on April 30, 2014. The orders are for an upgrade on voice… READ MORE »
Advantech Wireless Reports Fourth Consecutive Year of Profitability
Advantech Wireless’ sales for the year ending on April 30, 2014 increased by 22 percent compared to the previous year’s earnings. This marks the fourth consecutive year of profitability for the manufacturer of satellite, Radio Frequency (RF) equipment and microwave systems. Contributing… READ MORE »
