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Connectivity
Future SES Satellites To Focus Heavily on In-Flight Connectivity
[Via Satellite 09-16-2014] SES is preparing future satellites to include a greater focus on mobility, especially regarding In-Flight Connectivity (IFC). Two upcoming SES spacecraft, SES 9 under construction by Boeing, […]
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Finance
United Launch Alliance Closing in on Domestic Engine Decision
[Via Satellite 09-16-2014] United Launch Alliance (ULA) has announced it has completed a study on domestically produced engines that could replace the Russian-built RD-180 for the Atlas 5. In June […]
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Connectivity
Brazil Orders Hybrid Satellite from Thales Alenia Space
[Via Satellite 09-16-2014] Telebras and the Brazilian Ministry of Defense have ordered a X- and Ka-band satellite from Thales Alenia Space. The Geostationary Satellite Defense and Strategic Communications (SGDC) spacecraft […]
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Mobility
Panasonic Avionics Providing In-Flight Connectivity for Spanish Airline
[Via Satellite 09-16-2014] Spain-based airline Air Europa has selected Panasonic Avionics for In-Flight Entertainment and Connectivity (IFEC) services. Under the agreement, Panasonic will provide its eX3 and eXConnect IFEC solutions. […]
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Connectivity
Eutelsat, Cisco Partner on Cloud Video via Satellite
[Via Satellite 09-16-2014] Eutelsat and Cisco have partnered for a demonstration of cloud-based video content provided over satellite. The demonstration at IBC 2014 showcased live IP streaming and Push Video […]
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Government/Military
Harris Corp Wins $19 Million IDIQ Contract for Falcon 3 Radios
[Via Satellite 09-16-2014] The United States Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) has awarded a $19 million Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract to Harris Corporation for as many as […]
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Connectivity
NSR Sees Mobile Video as Key Satellite Opportunity
[Via Satellite 09-15-2014] The world is on track to see mobile subscriptions outpace the human population in a short period of time, according Ericsson’s August 2014 interim update of the […]
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Connectivity
Orbcomm OG2 Satellites Enter Commercial Service
[Via Satellite 09-15-2014] Orbcomm has confirmed that all six of the company’s second-generation satellites, OG2, have begun providing Machine-to-Machine (M2M) and Automatic Identification System (AIS) services. The satellites, which were […]
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Connectivity
Onlime Signs Capacity Contract with Gazprom Space Systems
[Via Satellite 09-15-2014] Onlime has entered an agreement with Gazprom Space Systems (GSS) for capacity on the Yamal 402 satellite. GSS will provide Ku-band capacity, which will expand Onlime’s coverage […]
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Connectivity
Avanti Incorporates Satellite App into Google Glass
[Via Satellite 09-15-2014] Avanti Communications has created an app for Google Glass that works alongside the company’s proprietary Avanti Mobile Assist (AMA) app released earlier this year. The Google Glassware […]
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Connectivity
Nilesat Signs Capacity Deal on Upcoming Eutelsat 8 West B Satellite
[Via Satellite 09-15-2014] Egyptian satellite operator Nilesat has leased multiple transponders on Eutelsat 8 West B, slated to launch in mid-2015. The deal will expand Nilesat’s operational flexibility and improve […]
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Technology
CPI Debuts New 100 W C-band GaN-based Solid State BUC
[Via Satellite 09-15-2014] Communications & Power Industries’ (CPI) Satcom Products group has released a 100-Watt C-band solid state Block Upconverter (BUC), based on Gallium Nitride (GaN). The new device complements […]
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Finance
Flying Light: Evaluating Dedicated SmallSat Launches
[Via Satellite 09-12-2014] Small satellite manufacturer SpaceQuest is looking to accelerate the pace of launches for its satellites. In December 2013 the company launched AprizeSat 7 and AprizeSat 8, and […]
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Connectivity
iSAT Africa Purchases Ku- and C-band Capacity from Eutelsat
[Via Satellite 09-12-2014] Direct-to-Home (DTH) provider iSAT Africa reached an agreement with Eutelsat for Ku-band capacity on the Eutelsat 70B and C-band capacity on the Eutelsat 3B. The company began […]
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Connectivity
EuroSkyPark Buys Capacity on Astra 3B, Tightens SES Partnership
[Via Satellite 09-12-2014] EuroSkyPark (ESP), a satellite connectivity provider for energy and security, has entered a comprehensive partnership agreement with SES TechCom for Ku-band capacity on Astra 3B. The company, […]
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Connectivity
Disaster Tech Lab Recruiting Volunteers for Second Philippine Trip
[Via Satellite 09-12-2014] Disaster Tech Lab, a non-profit dedicated to restoring connectivity in disaster-affected areas, is recruiting volunteers for a second trip to the Philippines. The organization conducted the first […]
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Connectivity
Spacecom Inks Long Term Contract With Excaf Telecom on Amos 5
[Via Satellite 09-12-2014] Senegal-based Excaf Telecom has signed a multi-year agreement with Spacecom for Ku-band capacity on the Amos 5 satellite. The company has plans to build a nation-wide digital […]
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Connectivity
Korea Telecom Begins Offering 4K IPTV, Plans for 500+ Programs
[Via Satellite 09-12-2014] Korea Telecom (KT) has begun offering one of South Korea’s first 4K Internet Protocol Television (IPTV) services to the home. The company selected Broadcom’s encoding and decoding […]
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Connectivity
HBO Latin America to Use Three Satellite Neighborhoods from Intelsat
[Via Satellite 09-12-2014] HBO Latin America (HBO LAG) has entered a new multi-year, multi-transponder agreement with Intelsat to leverage three satellite video neighborhoods for broadcasting throughout Latin America. The company […]
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Connectivity
CMMB Vision to Lease 100 Percent of NYSH Satellite Capacity for Mobile Multimedia Services
[Via Satellite 09-12-2014] Hong Kong-based CMMB Vision Holdings has entered a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with U.S. based New York Satellite Holdings (NYSH) for 100 percent of the company’s capacity […]
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Finance
Sky Perfect JSAT Chooses SpaceX for JCSAT 16 launch
[Via Satellite 09-11-2014] Japan-based Sky Perfect JSAT has selected SpaceX to launch the in-orbit backup satellite JCSAT 16. The launch is scheduled for the first half of 2016. Sky Perfect […]
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Government/Military
DISA Awards $13.7 Million Contract to TeleCommunication Systems
[Via Satellite 09-11-2014] The Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) has exercised the first option year period in its contract with TeleCommunication Systems (TCS). Issued under the joint DISA/General Services Administration […]
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Technology
Ball Aerospace to Build Optical Satellite System for Laser Light
[Via Satellite 09-11-2014] Laser Light Communications, a company dedicated to creating the first Optical Satellite System (OSS), has selected Ball Aerospace as its prime contractor. Ball Aerospace is responsible for […]
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Connectivity
IDC Delivers Additional Satellite Receiver Equipment to CineColorSat
[Via Satellite 09-11-2014] International Datacasting Corporation (IDC) has shipped a new deployment of the SuperFlex Pro Cinema Cache Servers and the SuperFlex Pro Cinema Event Players to Chile-based CineColorSat. The SuperFlex […]
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Connectivity
Newtec Adds DVB-S2X to All Products
[Via Satellite 09-11-2014] Newtec has created a full portfolio of Digital Video Broadcasting–Satellite Second Generation X (DVB-S2X) based modulators, modems, demodulators, hubs and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) boards. Through a software […]
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Technology
Yahsat Picks Orbital Sciences to Build Al Yah 3 High Throughput Satellite
[Via Satellite 09-10-2014] United Arab Emirates (UAE) based satellite operator Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat), has selected Orbital Sciences to build its next satellite, Al Yah 3. Slated for […]
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Technology
Boeing Secures First 502 Phoenix Small Satellite Contract
[Via Satellite 09-10-2014] Boeing has received a contract for two 502 Phoenix small satellites from HySpecIQ. The satellites will carry hyperspectral payloads for advanced imaging capabilities. As part of the […]
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Government/Military
Intelsat General Receives One-Year Contract Extension in Afghanistan
[Via Satellite 09-10-2014] DRS Technologies has renewed its contract with Intelsat General for satellite capacity over Afghanistan. Intelsat General began providing the service in August 2012 through an Intelsat 9 […]
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Technology
SSTL and Kyprosat Partner on GEO Telecom SmallSat Platform
[Via Satellite 09-10-2014] Surrey Satellite Technology Limited (SSTL) and Kypros Satellites (Kyprosat) have teamed up to provide a turnkey telecommunications SmallSat for Geostationary Earth Orbit (GEO). Kyprosat is providing orbital […]
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Connectivity
Inmarsat Signs Rockwell Collins as Value Added Reseller for Global Xpress
[Via Satellite 09-10-2014] Inmarsat has finalized its agreement with Rockwell Collins to become a Value Added Reseller for Global Xpress (GX) capacity. Rockwell Collins will focus specifically on the commercial […]




























