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Technology
Gilat Introduces Wavestream’s 50-Watt Ka-Wideband PowerStream BUC
[Via Satellite 03-11-2014] Gilat Satellite Networks has introduced its Wavestream 50W Ka-Wideband PowerStream Block Upconverter (BUC). This PowerStream unit incorporates Wavestream’s Spatial advantEdge technology to provide higher output power in […]
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Connectivity
O3b Networks Introduces New Satellite Trunking Service Powered by Comtech EF Data
[Via Satellite 03-10-2014] O3b Networks has unveiled the O3bTrunk+, a next generation IP trunking solution that boosts existing link capacities to rival the affordability of latency of fiber. O3bTrunk+ is […]
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Connectivity
TrustComm Signs Agreement With Inmarsat, Spectra Group to Distribute L-TAC Service
[Via Satellite 03-10-2014] TrustComm has been designated as a service provider for Inmarsat’s new L-TAC space-segment services, and has also signed a distribution agreement with Spectra Group to provide Slingshot […]
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Connectivity
Kratos to Upgrade Network Operations Center for Vinasat 2 Satellite
[Via Satellite 03-10-2014] An Phat Technology Trading Joint Stock Company (An Phat JSC) has awarded a contract to Kratos Defense & Security Solutions’ Integral Systems Europe (Kratos ISE) to upgrade […]
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Connectivity
Aireon Completes Space Qualification Test of Hosted Payload
[Via Satellite 03-10-2014] Aireon has completed the qualification testing for the receiver payload in its space-based global air traffic surveillance system. The completion of this testing, which determines how well […]
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Connectivity
MTN Expands Network in Southeast Asia with NewSat
[Via Satellite 03-10-2014] MTN Communications has signed an agreement with NewSat to expand its maritime and remote broadband communications network. The agreement, expected to enhance satellite coverage and throughput for […]
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Connectivity
ViaSat Approves C-Com Flyaway Antenna for Use with Exede Enterprise System
[Via Satellite 03-10-2014] ViaSat has authorized C-Com Satellite Systems’ new iNetVu Fly 75V antenna system for use on the ViaSat Exede Enterprise service. C-Com’s Fly 75V is the first auto-deploying […]
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Connectivity
EL AL to be First Customer for ViaSat’s European In-flight Internet Service
[Via Satellite 03-07-2014] EL AL will be the first customer in Europe for ViaSat’s Exede In The Air in-flight connectivity service. The service will be delivered to EL AL Boeing […]
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Connectivity
Intrasky Selects Eutelsat, Newtec to Improve Internet Connectivity in Lebanon
[Via Satellite 03-07-2014] Intrasky has purchased Ka-band capacity on the Eutelsat 8 West C satellite operated by Eutelsat Communications and Newtec’s latest satellite technology to enhance Internet connectivity services in […]
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Finance
Spaceflight Inc. Promotes Curt Blake as President
[Via Satellite 03-07-2014] Spaceflight Inc. has appointed Curt Blake as its new president. Blake previously served as SVP and general council, and has led efforts to expand the company’s global […]
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Connectivity
Kratos ISE UK to Provide Satellite Earth Stations and Video Platform to Dialog Television
[Via Satellite 03-07-2014] Sri Lanka–based Dialog Television Limited has selected Kratos Defense and Security Solutions subsidiary Integral Systems Europe Limited (Kratos ISE UK) to deliver multiple satellite Earth stations and […]
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Technology
CPI to Introduce New LifeExtender Technology
[Via Satellite 03-07-2014] The satcom products group of Communications and Power Industries (CPI) is introducing its LifeExtender technology, which is expected to extend traveling wave tube (TWT) cathode life and […]
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Connectivity
MDA Provides Radarsat 2 Information to EMSA for Maritime Surveillance
[Via Satellite 03-06-2014] The European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) has ordered MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates (MDA) to provide Radarsat 2 information as a part of the CleanSeaNet program. This is […]
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Technology
Orbcomm Releases Next-Generation Satellite Modems for OEM Integration
[Via Satellite 03-06-2014] Orbcomm has released its new next-generation OG2 satellite modems designed for Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) integration into satellite M2M applications. These modems are the first devices available […]
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Technology
Kratos Introduces NeuralStar SQM Service Management Solution
[Via Satellite 03-06-2014] Kratos Networks, a subsidiary of Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, has introduced NeuralStar Service Quality Manager (SQM), an end-to-end service management solution for satellite and terrestrial network […]
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Connectivity
Iridium to Provide Satellite Connectivity for ZTR Control Systems
[Via Satellite 03-06-2014] Iridium Communications has signed an agreement with ZTR Control Systems to use Iridium’s M2M Short Burst Data (SBD) service to provide satellite connectivity for the company’s inReach […]
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Government/Military
Hughes Awarded CS2 Task Order to Enhance GETN Network
[Via Satellite 03-06-2014] The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) has awarded Hughes Network Systems a contract to provide commercial satellite communications (COMSATCOM) end-to-end solutions to enable the network’s distance learning […]
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Connectivity
Entropic Announces Changes to Engineering and Technology Management
[Via Satellite 03-05-2014] Entropic has appointed Vahid Manian to senior vice president of the company’s global engineering and operations division. Under this role, Manian will be responsible for Entropic’s global […]
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Finance
Thales Alenia Space Delivers Iridium Simulators to SpaceX
[Via Satellite 03-05-2014] Thales Alenia Space has delivered two complete Iridium high-fidelity satellite simulators and several low-fidelity simulators to SpaceX. The simulators have the same mechanical interface and mass properties […]
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Connectivity
Advantech Wireless to Present UltraLinear GaN based SSPA
[Via Satellite 03-05-2014] Advantech Wireless will present its new UltraLinear GaN based Solid State Power Amplifier (SSPA) Systems at SATELLITE 2014 in Washington, D.C. These new SSPAs provide high performance […]
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Technology
ETL Systems Launches New RF Over Fiber Equipment
[Via Satellite 03-05-2014] ETL Systems has recently launched its StingRay series of RF-over-fiber equipment. The first of this range is a high-density 1U rack mountable chassis housing 16 hot-swap transmit […]
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Connectivity
TrueVisions Selects Nevion’s Live Media Transport Solutions
[Via Satellite 03-05-2014] Thailand-based TrueVisions has selected Nevion to provide live media transport solutions to meet the needs of its expanded HD offerings. Nevion has worked with Thailand broadcast equipment […]
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Connectivity
Hughes and Anditel to Provide Internet access to Remote Regions of Colombia
[Via Satellite 03-04-2014] Hughes Network Systems has teamed with Colombia-based Anditel to deliver high-speed Internet service to schoolchildren in remote areas of Colombia. This initiative is part of the Ministry […]
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Connectivity
Boeing SVP Announces Retirement
[Via Satellite 03-04-2014] Boeing Senior Vice President Wanda Denson-Low has announced her plans to retire from the company on June 2. Denson-Low has served on the company’s executive council and […]
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Connectivity
RRsat Signs $11.7 Million Contract with Asia Customer
[Via Satellite 03-04-2014] RRsat Global Communications Network has signed a five-year, $11.7 million agreement with a customer in Asia. The agreement is one of the largest in RRsat’s history but, […]
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Connectivity
Aireon Signs MOU with NAV Portugal for Space-Based ADS-B
[Via Satellite 03-04-2014] Aireon has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with NAV Portugal to become an early customer of Aireon’s service. Under the MOU, NAV Portugal will work with […]
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Technology
MACOM Announces New High Power Switch for X-Band Solution
[Via Satellite 03-04-2014] M/A-COM Technology Solutions (MACOM) has announced a new 20 W Pin-diode switch suited for power X-Band applications. The MASW-010647 is a monolithic, terminated Silicon PIN diode SPDT […]
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Finance
JAXA Seeks Prime Contractor for Flagship Launch Vehicle
[Via Satellite 03-03-2014] The Japanese Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) is making its final preparations for the development of its new flagship launch vehicle from Japan Fiscal Year (JFY) 2014, and […]
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Connectivity
ASC Signal Receives Additional Antenna Order From Horizon Teleports
[Via Satellite 03-03-2014] Horizon Teleports has awarded ASC Signal Corporation with a contract to supply an additional 9-meter class antenna to expand operations at its teleport in Munich, Germany. This […]
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Connectivity
Aireon Signs 12-Year Contract with UK-based NATS
[Via Satellite 03-03-2014] Aireon has signed a 12-year agreement for data services with NATS, the U.K.’s privatized provider of air traffic control services and air traffic management in the North […]

























