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Thuraya Ready to Step Up Next Generation Constellation Efforts

Thuraya is stepping up its efforts to commission its next set of satellites, with CEO Samer Halawi telling Via Satellite that the operator expects to issue a Request for Information (RFI) to manufacturers in the next couple of months. “We are focused on this. You can expect an RFI to go out… READ MORE »

Intelsat Chooses Boeing to Build Intelsat 35e EpicNG Satellite

Intelsat has continued to show confidence in Boeing’s 702MP (Medium Power) platform, placing its ninth order with the company to build the Intelsat 35e Epic Next Generation satellite. Intelsat placed the first order for the 702MP from a satellite service provider in 2009 for four spacecraft. Four additional orders were placed in…
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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!

Orbcomm Wins New Business with Swing Transport

Swing Transport, a privately owned logistics company, has chosen Orbcomm’s GT1100 asset tracking solution for its fleet of more than 1,000 dry van trailers. Dan Summitt, president of Swing Transport, said the tracker’s solar technology, integrated power capability and data reporting features are expected to bring an immediate improvement in fleet performance…
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Dauria Aerospace Invites Amateur Radio Enthusiasts to Search for DX 1 Satellite

Dauria Aerospace, a Russian startup company, has encouraged radio enthusiasts to locate and track its newest satellite, DX 1, launched aboard a Soyuz rocket on July 8, 2014. The company has provided the necessary information, including the transmitter designator, receiver designator and other details on its website. DX 1’s beacon will begin…
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Iridium Completes First Call Through Iridium NEXT Hardware

Iridium, using one of its phones, has completed the first end-to-end call using Iridium NEXT hardware. The call was the first step in validating the service capability of the Iridium NEXT system, for which the first satellites are set to launch in 2015. Iridium routed the call through NEXT hardware components to…
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Technip Expands MTN Contract to Include More than Twice as Many Vessels

Technip, an engineering, construction and project management company serving the oil and gas industry, signed a new contract with MTN Communications to boost coverage for its global fleet. Having already worked with MTN for the past 10 years, the recent contract brings additional broadband communications to more than double the previous number…
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