SpaceX Launches Thaicom 6, Completes Second GTO Delivery Using Falcon 9 Rocket
SpaceX successfully launched the Thaicom 6 satellite for Asian satellite operator Thaicom. A Falcon 9 rocket was used to deliver the satellite to its targeted geosynchronous transfer orbit (GTO) at 22.5 degrees inclination. The launch occurred from Cape Canaveral’s Space Launch Complex 40… READ MORE »
Emergency.lu Team Leader Recaps Disaster Response Lessons Learned in the Philippines
It has been roughly two months since Typhoon Haiyan battered the Philippine islands, causing an unprecedented level of damage. As soon as rescue efforts could begin, Luxembourg-based emergency.lu deployed personnel and equipment to restore Internet connectivity for humanitarian groups. The work done by emergency.lu helped propel disaster relief… READ MORE »
ISRO Completes Successful GSLV D5 Launch of GSAT 14 Satellite
The Indian Space Research Organization accomplished a milestone launch with its GSLV D5 launch vehicle on Jan. 05, 2014 from the Satish Dhawan Space Center SHAR, Sriharikota. The launch included the successful use of an indigenous cryogenic upper stage, making India the sixth space agency… READ MORE »
SES and Eutelsat Complete Sale of Solaris Mobile to EchoStar
SES and Eutelsat have completed the sale to EchoStar Corp. of Solaris Mobile, a jointly-owned company based in Dublin, set up to develop next-generation Mobile Satellite Services (MSS). Solaris Mobile is one of the European Union licensees of mobile satellite services with a complementary ground component (S-band). The companies have… READ MORE »
The January issue of Via Satellite magazine is here! This month, we celebrate the winners of the first edition of the Via Satellite Excellence Awards. These impressive individuals and forward-thinking companies represent what it takes to succeed in our industry. Also in this issue, we explore Lockheed Martin’s plans to re-enter the commercial satellite business, in both the manufacturing and launch arenas. Read it now!
Global Eagle Entertainment Bolsters Russian In-Flight Connectivity Through UTair Contract Extension
Global Eagle Entertainment has expanded its contract for connectivity with Russian airline UTair Aviation by 60 aircraft, raising the total number to 69 aircraft to be installed with Global Eagle's satellite connectivity solution. Global Eagle’s connectivity service will be will encompass 20 Airbus A321-200's and 40 Boeing… READ MORE »
Thales Alenia Space Awarded an Astrium Contract for Ariane 5 ME
Thales Alenia Space Belgium has signed a contract for the development of the control electronics on the upper-stage Vinci engine steering system with Astrium, prime contractor for the Ariane 5 ME (Midlife Evolution). Scheduled to make its first flight in mid-2018, Ariane 5 ME is… READ MORE »
