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Connectivity
Digicel Pacific Increases O3b Capacity to Bring 4G/LTE to Nauru
[Via Satellite 12-14-2016] Digicel Pacific has signed an agreement with O3b Networks to increase satellite capacity and bring mobile connectivity to the remote Micronesian Island of Nauru. With this boost […]
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Technology
iDirect Completes DVB-S2X iQ Series Remote Tests on Intelsat 29e
[Via Satellite 12-14-2016] VT iDirect has completed a successful round of over-the-air tests on the Intelsat 29e satellite leveraging iDirect’s next-generation iQ Series remote. iDirect’s ground infrastructure platform and iQ […]
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Connectivity
SES Adds 4KUniverse Channel to its Growing Ultra-HD Lineup
[Via Satellite 12-14-2016] 4KUniverse, a general entertainment Ultra-HD channel, has joined SES’ Ultra-HD line-up being delivered to cable operators and other television platforms across North America. A mix of documentaries, […]
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Finance
SpaceX Returns to Flight with First Iridium Next Launch this Month
[Via Satellite 12-02-2016] Iridium Communications has announced the date for the first launch of its next-generation global satellite constellation, Iridium Next. Iridium will be launching on SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket […]
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Connectivity
Spacecom Signs Transponder Service Agreement for AsiaSat 8
[Via Satellite 12-02-2016] After the loss of its Amos 6 satellite in a SpaceX Falcon 9 explosion, Spacecom has entered into a transponder service agreement with AsiaSat to use its […]
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Connectivity
LeoSat and Globalsat Group Sign Strategic Worldwide Agreement
[Via Satellite 12-02-2016] LeoSat Enterprises, which is launching a constellation of up to 108 Low-Earth-Orbit (LEO) communications satellites, has entered into a strategic agreement with the Globalsat Group, a Pan-American […]
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Government/Military
Klas Telecom Launches Government Network Service Device for Inmarsat GX
[Via Satellite 12-02-2016] Klas Telecom has launched its Government Network Service Device (NSD), a software-defined tactical networking solution for use with Inmarsat’s new Global Xpress (GX) satellite network services. The […]
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Technology
Iridium Absorbs Boeing Employees Working on Iridium Next
[Via Satellite 12-01-2016] Iridium Communications announced the restructuring of its longstanding operations and maintenance relationship with Boeing. Under the agreement, Iridium is expected to hire the majority of the Boeing […]
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Connectivity
General Electric Wind Energy Deploys Globalstar’s Spot in EMEA and Asia
[Via Satellite 12-01-2016] Globalstar Europe Satellite Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Globalstar, announced that General Electric is deploying its Spot Gen3 safety device to track and protect GE Wind […]
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Connectivity
O3b, Ozonio Bring Broadband to Another Amazonian City in Brazil
[Via Satellite 12-01-2016] O3b Networks is partnering with Ozonio to bring high-speed broadband connectivity to Tabatinga, Brazil. Following the successful partnership of O3b and Ozonio to bring services to Tefé, […]
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Connectivity
MTM Ship Management Extends Commitment to NSSLGlobal VSAT
[Via Satellite 12-01-2016] MTM Ship Management (MTMSM) has expanded its relationship with satellite communications provider NSSLGlobal by increasing the use of its VSAT IP@Sea, a maritime broadband VSAT (DVBS2-RCS2) service […]
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Connectivity
MX1 Takes Sky Sport News HD FTA via Satellite into Germany, Austria
[Via Satellite 12-01-2016] SES announced that its wholly owned subsidiary MX1 will assist pay-TV provider Sky in taking its first steps into Free-To-Air (FTA) TV in Germany and Austria, by […]
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Technology
iDirect Unveils iQ Series Remotes Powered by DVB-S2X
[Via Satellite 11-30-2016] VT iDirect has announced transformational DVB-S2X technology based on a customized Application-Specific Integrated Circuit (ASIC) chipset that will deliver gains in data throughput and will power a […]
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Government/Military
Orbital ATK, Space Logistics to Develop In-Orbit Assembly Tech with NASA
[Via Satellite 11-30-2016] Orbital ATK has entered a public-private partnership with NASA’s Space Technology Mission Directorate (STMD) to establish a Commercial Infrastructure for Robotic Assembly and Services (CIRAS) in space. […]
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Connectivity
Yahsat, Talia Sign Long-Term, Multimillion-Dollar Partnership Agreement
[Via Satellite 11-30-2016] Yahsat has announced the start of a strategic partnership with Talia, a teleport, satellite, and terrestrial network operator. Under the agreement, Talia is committed to capacity on […]
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Connectivity
Airbus Defence and Space Inaugurates the SpaceDataHighway
[Via Satellite 11-30-2016] Airbus Defence and Space has announced initial service of its SpaceDataHighway. Ultra-broadband laser communications and the geostationary orbit of the relay satellites combine to deliver a secure, […]
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Connectivity
Globalstar Solutions Monitor Fleets and Safeguard Oil Industry in Tunisia
[Via Satellite 11-18-2016] Globalstar Europe Satellite Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Globalstar, announced three contract wins in the North African oil industry. These new customers have chosen to deploy […]
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Technology
CPI to Support New Generation Of Meteorological Satellites
[Via Satellite 11-18-2016] Airbus Defence and Space has awarded the Communications & Medical Products Division of Communications & Power Industries (CPI) an 8.7 million euro (approximately $9.5 million) to support a […]
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Connectivity
Marlink Signs Agreement for HTS Services on Horizons 3e
[Via Satellite 11-18-2016] Intelsat announced that Marlink signed an agreement for high-throughput connectivity from its Horizons 3e satellite. Horizons 3e, a joint venture satellite owned by Intelsat and SKY Perfect […]
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Technology
Comtech EF Data Receives Order from Asian MNO for Backhaul Network Expansion
[Via Satellite 11-18-2016] Comtech EF Data received a $3.3 million equipment order to provide backhaul network expansion for one of the largest Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) in Asia. This initial […]
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Technology
South Africa’s Sentech Selects Newtec Dialog to Migrate to Multiservice
[Via Satellite 11-18-2016] South African state-owned broadcasting signal distributor Sentech has selected the Newtec Dialog multiservice platform including the MDM2500 IP Satellite Modem for 800 of its sites across South […]
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Connectivity
Sonema Expand Enterprise Network Support in Africa with Intelsat
[Via Satellite 11-15-2016] Monaco-based telecommunications service provider Sonema has extended its agreement with Intelsat for satellite services to support enterprise networks in Africa. Sonema supports more than 650 Very Small […]
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Technology
Newtec Strengthens Position in Asia with CETC54 Partnership
[Via Satellite 11-15-2016] Newtec has entered into a strategic partnership with the 54th Research Institute of China Electronics Technology Group Corporation (CETC54) to strengthen its position in China and across […]
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Technology
Globalstar Launches Stingr Satellite Chipset
[Via Satellite 11-15-2016] Globalstar Europe Satellite Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Globalstar, is launching Stingr into the Europe Middle East and Africa (EMEA) market this week at the Intermodal […]
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Connectivity
Spacecom to Receive Full Payment of $196 Million for Lost Amos 6
[Via Satellite 11-04-2016] Israel Aerospace Industries’ (IAI) insurers will pay a sum of $196 million to Spacecom, which is the full amount paid to IAI for the construction and delivery […]
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Government/Military
Comtech EF Data Wins $1.2 Million to Support CAF Mercury Global
[Via Satellite 11-04-2016] Comtech EF Data has received a $1.2 million equipment order from General Dynamics Mission Systems—Canada in support of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Mercury Global project. This […]
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Connectivity
Globecast Launches Euronews HD via Eutelsat’s Hot Bird Position
[Via Satellite 11-03-2016] Euronews, an international news channel in Europe, has contracted Globecast to bring its new HD channel to viewers across Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. The […]
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Technology
Luxembourg Government Invests $27 Million in Planetary Resources
[Via Satellite 11-03-2016] The Luxembourg government, the public-law banking institution Société Nationale de Crédit et d’Investissement (SNCI), and U.S.-based space technology company Planetary Resources have signed a 25 million euro […]
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Finance
Vector, Atlas Develop New Satellite Ground Architecture
[Via Satellite 11-03-2016] Vector Space Systems has finalized a strategic partnership agreement with Atlas Space Operations to integrate Atlas’ network of capabilities into Vector Space Systems’ existing product offerings, diversifying […]
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Connectivity
Yahlive Adds 16 Exclusive Channels to Arabian Maghreb Bouquet
[Via Satellite 11-03-2016] In line with the commitment to bring relevant, tailored content to the Arabic and French speaking communities across the North African region, Yahlive has added 16 exclusive […]


























