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Connectivity
AutoManager Integrates SiriusXM Pre-Owned Vehicle Program
[Via Satellite 03-28-2014] SiriusXM is working with AutoManager to enroll independent franchise dealers in the SiriusXM Pre-Owned Vehicle Program. Auto dealerships that use AutoManager’s DeskManager and WebManager products can enroll […]
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Connectivity
NovelSat FreeBand Solution Offers Free Satellite Bandwidth for Broadcasters
[Via Satellite 03-28-2014] NovelSat has announced the availability of NovelSat FreeBand, a new solution that provides broadcasters with free satellite bandwidth for video contribution. Many broadcasters have to lease satellite […]
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Connectivity
Thaicom to Begin Digital TV Trial Run in Accordance with NBTC Must Carry Rule
[Via Satellite 03-28-2014] Thaicom will begin broadcasting Digital Terrestrial TV (DTT) system signals on a trial basis in accordance with Thailand’s National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission’s (NBTC) Must Carry rule. […]
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Connectivity
Boeing Selects ETL RF Equipment to Support Inmarsat GX Fleet
[Via Satellite 03-27-2014] Boeing has chosen ETL Systems to support Inmarsat’s Global Xpress (GX) services for high speed maritime communications. ETL’s RF systems will support the first of three GX […]
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Finance
ISRO Announces April 4 Launch for New Navigation Satellite
[Via Satellite 03-27-2014] The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has announced the launch of its second satellite, Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System 1B (IRNSS 1B) to take place on April […]
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Connectivity
Gogo Receives Certification for In-Flight Connectivity in Europe
[Via Satellite 03-27-2014] Aircell, the business innovation group of Gogo, has received Supplemental Type Certificates (STCs) from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for installation of in-flight connectivity and entertainment […]
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Connectivity
Panasonic to Expand Internet Connectivity on JAL International Fleet
[Via Satellite 03-27-2014] Japan Airline (JAL) has selected Panasonic Avionics for an expansion of in-flight Wi-Fi for its international fleet, which includes Boeing 787s, 777-200ERs and 767-300ERs. Panasonic has been […]
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Connectivity
Evolve Broadband Deploys Globecomm Solution, Provides Commercial 4G LTE Services
[Via Satellite 03-27-2014] Globecomm has announced that Texas-based Evolve Broadband has deployed its LTE solutions, delivering a cost-effective and efficient path to 4G/LTE. After successfully completing LTE trials with Globecomm, […]
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Technology
Lockheed Martin Opens Advanced Materials and Thermal Sciences Center in California
[Via Satellite 03-26-2014] The Lockheed Martin Space Systems Advanced Technology Center (ATC) has opened a new laboratory building to host research and development in emerging technology areas including 3-D printing, […]
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Connectivity
Delta to Launch International Wi-Fi Access on 747-400 Aircraft
[Via Satellite 03-26-2014] Delta Air Lines will be launching Gogo’s Wi-Fi service on Ku-band-enabled Boeing 747-400 aircraft flying from Los Angeles International Airport and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Narita […]
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Government/Military
NASA, JAXA Release First Images from GPM Core Observatory Satellite
[Via Satellite 03-26-2014] NASA and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) have released the first images captured by the Global Precipitation Measurement (GPM) Core Observatory, an Earth-observing satellite launched Feb. […]
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Connectivity
Albavision Group Launches Qualy TV Channels in Costa Rica
[Via Satellite 03-26-2014] Qualy TV, an Albavision Group company, has introduced its new pay-TV service in Costa Rica. The service will be supported on the Media Networks Direct-to-Home (DTH) platform, […]
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Technology
GeoMetWatch, Exelis to Develop Geostationary Hyperspectral Sounder
[Via Satellite 03-26-2014] GeoMetWatch (GMW) and Exelis have agreed to design a geostationary hyperspectral sounder. Under the agreement, Exelis will manufacture sensors based on the design of the Exelis advanced […]
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Government/Military
Satellite Navigation Glonass M Separates from “Fregat” Stage, Reaches Orbit
[Via Satellite 03-25-2014] Russia’s Glonass M satellite has successfully separated from the upper stage “Fregat” and is now in orbit. The satellite carries 54 set accessories as well as a […]
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Technology
Boeing on Schedule for Delivery of All-Electric Satellites
[Via Satellite 03-25-2014] Boeing has recently met key production milestones on its initial 702 Small Platform (SP) all-electric propulsion satellites, and is scheduled to deliver the satellites in late 2014 […]
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Connectivity
Profen Announces Turkish Infrastructure Partnership with Avanti
[Via Satellite 03-25-2014] Global telecoms operator Profen has established a Turkish Gateway Earth Station (GES) to manage Internet traffic in Turkey. The GES will manage traffic for Avanti Communications’ Hylas […]
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Connectivity
O3b Ready to Launch Second Wave of Satellites
[Via Satellite 03-25-2014] O3b Networks’ second group of four satellites have successfully completed the required ground testing and are now ready to ship from the Thales Alenia Space facility in […]
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Connectivity
IDC Appoints Former BlackBerry EVP to Board of Directors
[Via Satellite 03-25-2014] International Datacasting Corporation (IDC) has appointed David Smith, former executive vice president of enterprise mobile computing at BlackBerry to its board of directors. Smith has been in […]
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Connectivity
Arianespace Successfully Launches Satellites for SES and Hispasat
[Via Satellite 03-24-2014] Arianespace has successfully launched SES’ Astra 5B and Hispasat’s Amazonas 4A aboard the Ariane 5 launch vehicle from the European spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana. This launch […]
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Government/Military
Lockheed Martin Awards General Dynamics Contract for US Air Force GPS 3 Program
[Via Satellite 03-24-2014] Lockheed Martin has awarded General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems a $26 million contract to support the U.S. Air Force Global Positioning System (GPS) 3 Network Communications Element […]
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Connectivity
Kratos ISE UK to Deliver Full-Motion Antenna to Turksat A.S.
[Via Satellite 03-24-2014] Turksat Satellite Communication, Cable TV and Operation (Turksat) has selected Integral Systems Europe Limited (Kratos ISE UK), a business unit of Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, to […]
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Connectivity
Gogo, Samsung Offer Free In-Flight Internet Service with Select Tablets
[Via Satellite 03-24-2014] Gogo and Samsung will join forces to offer a full year, or up to 36 flights, of Gogo in-flight Internet access with the purchase of select Samsung […]
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Connectivity
Inmarsat, Sasken Partner to Develop IsatPhone 2
[Via Satellite 03-24-2014] Sasken Communication Technologies has successfully delivered full phone development of Inmarsat’s IsatPhone 2 satellite mobile handset. Sasken aided in the development of the device’s hardware, software, mechanical […]
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Connectivity
Royal Caribbean, O3b Networks Upgrade Wireless Capacity on Ships
[Via Satellite 03-21-2014] Royal Caribbean International has invested in new Wi-Fi solutions for two of its ships: Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas, providing maximum amounts of […]
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Government/Military
Lockheed Martin DMSP Satellite Encapsulated for April Launch
[Via Satellite 03-21-2014] A Lockheed Martin-built Defense Meteorological Satellite Program (DMSP) is now encapsulated into its payload fairing in preparation for its April 3 launch aboard an Atlas 5 rocket […]
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Connectivity
Measat to Distribute TV5Monde HD Channel Worldwide
[Via Satellite 03-21-2014] Measat Satellite Systems has signed an agreement with Globecast and TV5Monde to upgrade the TV5Monde channel from standard definition (SD) to high definition (HD). Measat will distribute […]
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Connectivity
Es’hailSat Issues RFP for Second Satellite
[Via Satellite 03-21-2014] Qatar-based Es’hailSat has issued a request for proposal (RFP) to design and manufacture its second satellite, the Es’hailSat 2, to be located at the 26 degrees east […]
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Technology
Advantech Wireless Announces New Modular SSPA/SSPB Device
[Via Satellite 03-21-2014] Advantech Wireless has added the new SapphireBlu 3000W Ku-Band Hubmount UltraLinear Modular Solid State Power Amplifier/ Solid State Power Block Up Converter (SSPA/SSPB) to its portfolio of […]
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Connectivity
Arianespace Prepares for Astra 5B and Amazonas 4A Dual Launch
[Via Satellite 03-20-2014] Arianepsace is preparing for the launch of SES’ Astra 5B satellite and Hispasat’s Amazonas 4A satellite aboard an Ariane 5 launcher on March 21. The launch was […]
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Connectivity
AsiaSat Releases 2013 Annual Results
[Via Satellite 03-20-2014] AsiaSat has released its 2013 annual results, reporting a decrease in turnover, profit and operating expenses. Turnover decreased 16 percent from 2012 to 2013, mainly due to […]




























