Technology

[Via Satellite 09-17-13] SES launched its new extensive Global Access Network, consisting of SES-owned and third-party partner teleports, fiber-based network and points of presence, which will allow its customers to have easy access to SES’ global fleet and to its full range of value added services. The fiber-based network, based on Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS)...

[Via Satellite 09-17-13] Advantech Wireless’ GaN-based SapphireBlu Series of UltraLinear Ku-Band Solid State Power Amplifiers (SSPA) received certification from the Brazilian National Telecommunication Agency (Anatel). “This certification allows us to offer our customers in Brazil the most advanced and powerful solution in the market. More than 100 Klystrons and TWTs have been recently replaced by...

Arabsat will use its acquisition of Hellas-Sat, the Greek satellite operator, to bring more Ka-band satellite capacity to customers. The company is working hard on a new RFP for two new Hellas-Sat satellites (Hellas-Sat 3 and Hellas-Sat 4), which could be wrapped up in the near future. “We will try to accommodate some Ka-band. Neither...

[Via Satellite 09-05-13] Australian-based UGL Limited will complete gateway installations for the NBN Co. high-capacity satellite system after signing a contract with ViaSat. Approximately a dozen UGL workers be trained and supervised by ViaSat to complete work at each location. Installation, testing, and commissioning of ViaSat’s antenna, radio frequency, and baseband equipment is scheduled to...

[Via Satellite 09-16-13] Wistron NeWeb Corporation’s (WNC) latest operator-class Low Noise Block (LNB) converter, which leverages Entropic’s EN5288 Channel Stacking Switch (CSS), has been approved for use and deployment at Sky Italia. The CSS technology cost-effectively delivers more digital entertainment down a single-cable architecture to feed multiple set-top boxes (STBs) and tuners throughout the home....

[Via Satellite 09-16-13] CPI Satcom Division has shipped its 100th 1.25 kW Ku-Band SuperLinear TWTA. This amplifier provides more than 500 W of linear power and it is available in both outdoor and rack-mount configurations. According to CPI Satcom Division, a comparison between a 1.25 kW Ku-band SuperLinear TWTA and a 1.25 kW Ku-band GaN-based...

[Via Satellite 09-16-13] Heico Corporation has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Lucix Corporation, a designer and manufacturer of high performance, high reliability microwave modules, units, and integrated sub-systems for commercial and military satellites. The purchase will be made for an undisclosed amount of cash to be paid at closing and future potential cash...

[Via Satellite 09-13-2013] TrustComm’s recent expansion of its VSAT and engineering service portfolio to include Mobile Satellite Services (MSS) is the latest step in its strategic plan, said Bob Roe, CEO, TrustComm, during an exclusive interview with ViaSatellite.com. The company wants to serve as a single-source provider for end-to-end commercial satellite communications (COMSATCOM) services, while...

[Via Satellite 09-13-13] C-Com Satellite Systems has received type approval for its iNetVu Ka-98G antenna system from Avanti Communications, which provides coverage across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The iNetVu Ka-98G mobile is the only officially approved vehicle mount auto-polarization antenna that is able to operate on Avanti’s HYLAS 1 and HYLAS 2 Ka-band...

[Paris 09-11-13] The “Global satellite operators: Investment strategies for sustained growth” panel at the World Satellite Business Week in Paris saw the CEOs of Intelsat, SES, Eutelsat, Telesat, and Astrium Services debate the key issues facing some of the powerhouses in the satellite sector. In terms of ultra-HD and its future in the industry, they...