Via Satellite brings you the most up to date information from the commercial satellite launch sector. Check this site frequently to get the latest status updates on upcoming and newly-announced launches. Date: Feb. 20, 2014 Rocket: Delta 4 Launch services provider: United Launch Alliance (ULA) Payload: GPS 2F-5 Manufacturer: Boeing Operator: U.S. Air Force Status: On schedule… READ MORE »
Latin America Experiencing an Uptick in Digital Cinema Distribution
Walter Capitani, VP of product management, IDC. Photo: IDC [Via Satellite 02-14-2014] The global transition to digital cinema technology is gaining more traction in Latin America, and increasing the role of satellite in movie theaters. International Datacasting Corporation (IDC) recently closed a deal with Cinecolombia, one of Latin America’s larger movie theater chains, to provide… READ MORE »
SATELLITE 2014 SUPER SESSIONS
On Thursday, March 13, 2014, there will be 2 Super Sessions closing out the SATELLITE 2014 Conference and Exhibition. The Next Big Four: Driving the Future of Space-Based Communications–sponsored by Airbus Defence & Space featuring visionary leaders from Hispasat, SKY Perfect JSAT, Russian Satellite Communications Company and Star One. And a brand new event for 2014, Satellite Executive of the Year Winners Circle: Past Winners Assess the Road Ahead including Mark Dankberg of ViaSat, Matt Desch of Iridium Communications, Pradman Kaul of Hughes, and David Thompson of Orbital Sciences Corporation. Reserve your pass to SATELLITE today while advance discount rates are still active.
Mark Derkberg, CEO of ViaSat. Photo: ViaSat [Via Satellite 02-14-2014] ViaSat announced its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2014. The company’s revenues increased by 16 percent to $332.6 million, and the adjusted EBITDA grew 17 percent to $56.7 million for the third quarter. The fiscal year-to-date results showed strong growth, with… READ MORE »
Advantech Wireless Releases Synthesized Frequency Converter Series
Advantech Frequency Converter. Photo: Advantech [Via Satellite 02-14-2014] Advantech Wireless has released a new Synthesized Frequency Converter Series that is fully compliant with the Wide Area Augmentation System (WAAS) and European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service (EGNOS) standards. The spectral purity, low phase noise and high stability meet requirements of WAAS and EGNOS international satellite network… READ MORE »
The February issue of Via Satellite magazine is here! This month, we relive the much anticipated and dramatic SES 8 launch, the first commercial satellite launch by SpaceX. We also go through what it takes for the satellite industry to win the spectrum battle at the upcoming WRC-15, and get an overview of India's regulatory obstacles for satellite and what needs to be done in order to overcome them. Plus, as a digital exclusive, we bring you the Satellite Executive of the Year nominees! Find out who are the four runners to the most prestigious award in the satellite industry. Read it now!
Comtech Telecommunications Subsidiary Receives $1.4 Million HPA Contract
Comtech Antenna Mount High Power Amplifier. Photo: Comtech [Via Satellite 02-14-2014] Comtech Telecommunications has announced that its subsidiary Comtech Xicom Technology has been awarded a $1.4 million contract to supply a major system integrator with rack-mount, high-power amplifiers (HPAs). These HPAs will be used in an expansion of a system to relay military satellite communications… READ MORE »
MACOM Acquires Nitronex
John Croteau, president and CEO, MACOM. Photo: MACOM [Via Satellite 02-14-2014] M/A-COM Technology Solutions (MACOM) has announced its acquisition of Nitronex, a company that specializes in design and manufacturing of gallium nitride (GaN) based RF solutions. This acquisition is expected to provide MACOM with GaN-on-Silicon epitaxial and pendeoepitaxial semiconductor process technology and materials for use… READ MORE »
SES Signs Long-Term Capacity Agreement with Towercom
Astra 3B satellite. Photo: Arianespace [Via Satellite 02-14-2014] SES has signed a long-term renewal with Slovakia-based Towercom for the use of a transponder on the Astra 3B satellite. Towercom uses multiple transponders at this 23.5 degrees east location to deliver TV services, including HD content distribution, to the Czech and Slovakian markets. The company also… READ MORE »
