Orbcomm CEO: SpaceX Relationship not Tarnished by Delays
Marc Eisenberg, CEO of Orbcomm, confirmed that the recent delays of the company’s next launch have not caused tension with its relationship with SpaceX. After setbacks caused by a helium leak on the Falcon 9, followed by additional time on Orbcomm’s behalf to recheck its… READ MORE »
ULA to Develop Next-Generation Propulsion Concepts with Multiple US Companies
United Launch Alliance (ULA) signed commercial contracts with multiple U.S. companies to investigate the development of next-generation liquid oxygen/hydrocarbon first-stage propulsion concepts. In collaboration with ULA, the Research and Development (R&D) activities will consist of technical feasibility… 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!
Thaicom to Provide Satcom Equipment for Youth Education Programs
Thaicom signed a memorandum of understanding with Thailand’s Ministry of Education (MOE) for a project to provide satellite dishes and Set-Top-Boxes (STBs) to help benefit youth education in Thailand. These provisions will benefit organizations… READ MORE »
Hispasat to Provide Communications for Ruta BBVA 2014
Hispasat will provide satellite communications for the members of the 29th Ruta Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria (BBVA), an educational and cultural exchange project for Spanish-speaking youth. The expedition, sponsored by BBVA bank and supported by the European Union, began its route to Peru… 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!
SES Reports Year-Over-Year Growth in Asia-Pacific
SES increased its reach in the Asia-Pacific region from 36 million homes in 2012 to more than 41 million for 2013, representing a growth of 15 percent year-over-year. SES also maintained the highest number of Direct-to-Home (DTH) channels in the region, an offering… READ MORE »
Eutelsat Tightens Management Structure, Expands Role for Deputy CEO
Eutelsat has expanded the role of Deputy CEO Michel Azibert to include commercial and development activities under his responsibility as of June 23, 2014. He succeeds Jean-François Leprince-Ringuet, chief commercial officer at Eutelsat, who will become special advisor to the CEO. “With commercial activity… READ MORE »
Optus Launches New MobileSat Terminal with Partner Inmarsat
Optus Networks partnered with Inmarsat to develop and deliver a new portable mobile satellite terminal. Optus MobileSat will be targeted to businesses and consumers in remote and rural regions of Australia, as it provides… READ MORE »
Gilat Introduces Satellite Phone Service for African Underground Mines
Gilat Satcom launched a new system to provide high-quality voice connectivity for the underground mining sector in Africa. Traditional communication methods in underground mines once consisted of temporary coax cables, which are often easily damaged in a mine. Gilat’s SuricatePro system provides coverage for standard satellite… READ MORE »
