With HD penetration still in its infancy and possibilities for 4K emerging, demands for satellite capacity based on pay TV should be strong in Latin America.
Read ArticleAs smallsat constellations and 5G loom ever closer, countless new companies have emerged to find their niche in the aerospace value chain. Europe in particular, where both governments and venture capitals have ramped up funding, has seen an explosion in future-focused businesses looking to fundamentally change the ways we connect. Watch out, Silicon Valley — there could be a new hotbed for high-tech startups.
Read ArticleThough the technology is just starting to roll out, Artificial Intelligence is applicable to many aspects of the satellite ecosystem, including system manufacturing, in-orbit management and image processing. From optimizing satellite builds on the factory floor to accurately determining the GDP of an entire nation, automated, scalable algorithms offer the space ecosystem rich potential for both an operational sea-change and a whole new set of applications.
Read ArticleThe Russian Satellite Communications Company (RSCC) celebrates its 50-year anniversary this year in a key landmark for one of the oldest companies in our sector. Via Satellite recently sat down with RSCC Director General Yuri Prokhorov to talk about the company’s 50-year anniversary as well as RSCC’s place in the evolving satellite world.
Read ArticleWith the surge of current and future Ka-band capacity, you would be forgiven for thinking that bandwidth would not be a pressing issue. However, initiatives are already underway to explore the feasibility of expansion into new bands, namely Q and V. But what kind of appetite does the industry have for this expansion and what potential do these bands hold?
Read ArticleThough some spectrum traded hands, the final WRC-15 outcome was much better than expected, and viewed largely with optimism by both sides. Yet decisions that affect the whole world are never easy, and when concerning C-band, they almost went down a path the satellite industry did not want.
Read ArticleA key part of the NewSpace movement is the small satellite. It offers the ability to rapidly innovate and launch new technology within a very short timeframe. How can manufacturers keep up with no compromise on performance and how is NewSpace impacting their thinking?
Read ArticleExecs from satellite manufacturers covered a range of topics from launch to satellite servicing — but it seems the biggest takeaway was the need to push for collaboration between satellite manufacturers and their customers.
Read ArticleSatellite operators must decide what amplifier technology best meets their specific application and power requirements. Most industry watchers agree that there will be a place at the table for both traditional tube-based amplifiers and the newer, more cost-efficient solid-state amplifiers.Via Satellite talks to the industry’s leading amplifier players on how they see the market unfolding, what new innovations are driving future capability and where they anticipate the greatest growth potential.
Read ArticleUltra-HD is, at last, available for consumers to watch. The first channels are now online, and more are expected to follow, but the technology roadmap is not without its potholes. Via Satellite talks to some of the first Ultra-HD channels on the market about their motives, discoveries along the way, and their expectations for the future.
Read ArticleSatellite executives are at a critical juncture in many ways in terms of determining how they will move forward with so much recent development with Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) services
Read ArticleWhile nearly all entrepreneurs behind new satellite startup companies share a common passion for the commercial development of space, some have invested their creative energies on developing valuable business opportunities on the ground. These entrepreneurs identify a more immediate need for technologies that provide the cornerstones of ambitious space visions, and a more practical product line that can — for the most part — be physically seen and tested in laboratories, investor meetings and on trade show floors.
Read ArticleWith SmallSat companies set to send their CubeSats into multiple orbits, the wait to hitchhike into orbit has become increasingly frustrating. But companies are hopeful that greater launch availability is just down the line.
Read ArticleSilversea Cruises CIO Fabio Agostini talks to Via Satellite about the cruise ship operator’s ambitious plans to bring passengers better internet services on board.
Read ArticlePanelists highlighted a handful of lucrative developments in the flat-panel antenna space but took on a cautious tone in warning the audience to be wary of the hype surrounding the flat-panel market...
Read ArticleWhile aeronautical maybe the hottest market in terms of connected transportation, the maritime market is also offering a plethora of opportunities for satellite players as all types of shipping companies revamp their connectivity strategies.
Read ArticleThe connected car is no longer a vision of the future. It is here today, and one of the most exciting connected transportation markets out there. But is this market more hype than reality? We spoke to a number of car manufacturers to find out.
Read ArticleEasyJet could be one of the biggest buyers of satellite capacity and solutions going forward, if the industry can prove its technology and services offer better value than othera such as Air-To-Ground (ATG). The airline is still evaluating options and its approach to In-Flight Connectivity (IFC) but the clocking is ticking. Can our industry present compelling plans to persuade satellite is the way to go?
Read ArticleKey players chat about the new satellites and their beneficiaries amid concerns and deployment challenges.
Read ArticleThe chairman of the SATELLITE 2017 Conference & Exhibition answers the most frequently asked question he gets throughout the yearlong preparation for the event: “What excites you most about this year’s program?”
Read ArticleSatellite companies are eagerly awaiting the arrival of new vehicles that will speed up launch and overhaul their process for creating new applications. Announcements from some heavy hitters in rocketry should provide hope for exponential progress in the next 10 years.
Read ArticleLaunch rates in Asia are set to eclipse U.S. figures by 2025, showing that the region is on the path to reap significant returns. The benefits of Asia’s proliferation of smallsats include disaster management, agriculture, fast and affordable data, job creation and an expected new wave of business opportunities.
Read ArticleSatellite could play a larger role in telecommunication infrastructure than ever before, but ensuring standards compatibility and getting pricing right is paramount. Now, the need for satellite and wireless to work together has never been greater.
Read ArticleWill satellite remain a key broadcast platform in the Middle East? While the likes of OSN continue to see a healthy business, OTT is on the horizon, and things could be on the cusp of change.
Read ArticleAsia is the biggest market in terms of satellite broadband demand, but what does this mean for the industry? Within the context of pricing and LEO players taking on both global and regional GEO operators, how is satellite meeting this demand?
Read ArticleIssues such as low capacity pricing, new Low Earth Orbit (LEO) systems, reusable rockets, as well as the future of satellite communications in a data-driven society, are just some of the topics that could form the basis for a number of discussions at this year’s SATELLITE Conference & Exhibition.
Read ArticleKD Adamson, a futurist, author, keynote speaker and presenter, painted a vision of the future and what it means for satellite...
Read ArticleGovernment balances need for greater capability in a tight funding environment with how to take advantage of new commercial assets.
Read ArticleEarly stage investors are meeting with space companies on a much more regular basis today than in the past, but many in the space industry are new to this fast-paced world. To get and keep an investor’s attention, they need to know a few dos and don’ts.
Read ArticleOperators want bigger, more flexible, more cost-effective satellites. The wishlist is considerable. The question is, can satellite manufacturers step up to the plate and deliver the next generation of satellites even quicker?
Read ArticleWhen it comes to the space environment, the crux of the U.S. Armed Forces’ strategy will be improved collaboration with both commercial and international partners.
Read ArticleEngineers and executives from major cellular carriers converged in Austin, Texas to engage in passionate exchanges about 5G rollout plans, business opportunities and technical challenges. There’s consensus among this group — 5G isn’t just “another G.” It’s a brand new, automated world of constant connectivity that is experiencing the beginning of a fourth Industrial Revolution.
Read ArticleThe satellite sector is facing up to the fact that the danger from cyber attacks is only increasing and the industry is a likely target. We talk to a leading cybersecurity expert, about the dangerous road ahead.
Read ArticlePeople throughout the world are watching more video than ever before and the market is saturated with all types of content to watch on our mobile devices, TVs or tablets. The question is, where does this leave good, old-fashioned satellite pay-TV? And, does it have a bright future in amid the fragmentation of the video market?
Read ArticleDrones are the latest market for satellite connectivity, with applications ranging from oil and gas offshore inspection to ground infrastructure and maintenance for satellite ground stations themselves. With the benefits for end users, however, also comes increased responsibility from providers: the need for fast, reliable connection becomes more critical than ever.
Read ArticleFinancial experts joined a panel at SATELLITE 2017 to discuss where they’re looking for the biggest opportunities, what space companies need to do to attract investors’ interest, and how to manage the risk that comes along with investing in an emerging market.
Read ArticleWith technology moving fast, Qatar Airways is aggressively investing in its connected strategy. However, the airline believes there is still a lot of confusion in the industry around connectivity.
Read ArticleNow that satellite operators have some experience operating HTS systems, the time is right to review applications that best lend themselves to HTS services, the impact HTS systems are having on the overall market, and the actual financial performance of HTS systems against pre-launch projections.
Read ArticleThe Middle East is an ever-changing market with one constant: growth. With unprecedented developments taking place, the region will continue to drive Earth observation, exploration and mobile connectivity while shaping a unique space industry.
Read ArticleAs the U.S. Air Force forges ahead in crafting its next-generation wideband space architecture, and the Trump Administration seeks approval for a FY ’18 budget with strong increases in space defense spending, Via Satellite spoke with Air Force strategists, procurement decision makers and satellite industry government experts about how they see the DoD’s strategic communications priorities unfolding in a constantly evolving threat environment.
Read ArticleThe energy market is facing some challenging times with a drop in prices of crude oil. Via Satellite examines what this means for the satellite industry.
Read ArticleJavier Gill, IT director of Pullmantur, discusses challenges and opportunities from new satellite technology.
Read ArticleSatellite servicing is finally becoming a reality thanks to favorable economics for service providers, which is mainly due to the future possibilities that this kind of work opens up.
Read ArticleThe advent of new High Throughput Satellites (HTS) will add to the swell of LEO and MEO bandwidth supply. As capacity will likely reach unprecedented levels, can the industry expect a surplus? And would this render bandwidth management less vital? Market players break down the demands and trends, revealing that bandwidth management solutions will see greater importance.
Read ArticleCan Inmarsat create a $1 billion dollar revenue stream in aviation? Inmarsat CEO Rupert Pearce is confident the company can do this in around 10 years’ time. It is an ambitious projection, but recent deals with the likes of Qatar Airways and Avianca underline there is still huge potential in this business for Inmarsat and others.
Read ArticleThe Koplar family set up the first satellite broadcast earth station in the United States more than 30 years ago, kicking off a new era in television, but for roughly a decade, the company ceased broadcasting. Now the family is back at it, bringing content to audiences across Missouri — and still using satellite. Here is the story of KPLR-TV and Koplar Communications, then versus now.
Read ArticleAt SATELLITE 2017, a group of industry entrepreneurs gathered to address concerns about when some smallsat companies will see profitability...
Read ArticleAn timeline of the telecoms industry's progress toward 5G.
Read ArticleThe continent is enormous, not just by landmass but in the potential it represents to all industries. Realizing this potential will require robust communications as well as overcoming significant challenges. Satellite remains one of the strongest ways forward, and while this is good for the industry, the positive impact that broadband in Africa will have is as massive as the continent itself.
Read ArticleAsia’s 4K pioneers have raced off with their wake separating them from the rest. While some are preparing for a full market onslaught, the other Asian countries will take a different strategy and start with premium 4K satellite subscriptions. Either way, from niche to mass market, we will soon see just how much of a revolution this resolution can cause.
Read ArticleA group of industry experts described how they plan to position themselves in this market, as well as their predictions for its growth trajectory in the coming years at the “In-Flight Connectivity Focus: Service Providers and Airlines - Who Picks up the Tab?” panel at SATELLITE 2017.
Read ArticleA panel of CTOs and other executives from major companies in the ground segment market gathered at Monday’s Opening General Session to discuss the coming challenges and opportunities they see in the near future.
Read ArticleSmallSats are spurring innovation across the industry including on the ground segment, which will ultimately influence all operators, regardless of size.
Read ArticleAs we start work on CyberSat 2018, we got a look at the terrifying cyber landscape that seems to be unfolding and look at how this could impact our industry.
Read ArticleDespite slumps in technology spending, there is light on the horizon. New satellites, fit-for-purpose HTS, and increasing data-intensive trends could see satellite break away from the oil and gas market weakness in the future.
Read ArticleAlthough Japan’s commercial space sector has been largely restrained but now the country has begun to realize and appreciate the value private entities can bring to its national industry.
Read ArticleIndia is the world’s most exciting DTH market with a number of operators now having more than 10 million subscribers. The middle class is growing, demand for capacity is high, and the country is already seeing broadcasts in Ultra-HD. This is a market on the precipice of another significant growth phase.
Read ArticleJeff Bezos, founder of Blue Origin, joined the SATELLITE 2017 stage and unveiled the company's New Glenn rocket as well as its first customer: Eutelsat.
Read ArticleIn this exclusive interview, Via Satellite sits down with the new CEO of ABS to discuss new satellites, following Tom Choi’s footsteps, and the overall health of the ABS business.
Read ArticleAfter a turbulent recent past, Myanmar is emerging as an exciting and dynamic economy. Decades of military rule has left the country with run-down general infrastructure and a population that has gone through years of oppression, hungry for knowledge of the outside world. Today, Myanmar is demanding connectivity and information — and satellite is playing a crucial role in providing these services.
Read ArticleVia Satellite caught up with top satellite operators around the world to understand what they would like to get from launch services providers.
Read ArticleThe U.S. is going 5G. One of the world’s most lucrative and biggest markets for 5G services is putting down the building blocks to create a super-connected society. Satellite players are proposing radial spectrum sharing solutions to speed up this deployment. Is this good for the industry?
Read ArticleCompanies like RedWorks, Deep Space Industries, Made in Space and Planetary Resources have breathtaking ambitions with their business plans that involve space-based initiatives. We take a look at some of the hottest new companies entering satellite and what they are looking to bring to our industry.
Read ArticleThe rise of Netflix in the United States could be a sign of things to come, putting more pressure on DTH to maintain and grow marketshare. But it’s not only in the United States where this threat is growing. In Asia, which has been a DTH Wild West in recent years, the growth in DTH subscriptions has been nothing short of phenomenal. Is all that about to change?
Read ArticleAs the U.S. Department of Defense engages the commercial industry in an analysis of alternatives for the government’s WGS system, commercial and DOD players explore what might come next — from the rise of NewSpace and HTS innovators to new thinking around how capacity is procured, launched and managed.
Read ArticleIt seems every day there is news related to a new cyber attack. This is the new reality we must all live in, and space is no different. However, quantifying and evaluating the threat is far from easy. We talk to some of the new companies in the cybersecurity space, as well as one or two cyber experts to see how they view the threat to the satellite industry.
Read ArticleAntenna vendors are constantly innovating to meet the evolving demands of their customers. Today, perhaps more than ever, the onus is being placed upon manufacturers to create antennas that are smaller, lighter, and more powerful. With new small satellite HTS constellations on the cards and the demands of customers increasing, where is antenna technology heading and what hurdles must it clear?
Read ArticleThe Russian space market is undergoing a period of change, as the industry faces up being a major part of the country’s overall economy. Space is intrinsically linked to Russia’s DNA, and new innovation will be needed for the industry to grow and prosper.
Read ArticleIntentional jamming in the Middle East has declined steadily in the last couple of years. However, new mitigation technologies are on their way as the industry braces for a more contested environment.
Read ArticleWhile the Department of Defense’s (DoD) space programs and policies are at something of a crossroads right now, plenty of government and industry leaders have been thinking deeply on what to do next.
Read ArticleIt comes with its share of challenges, but High-Throughput Satellites (HTS) will also bring about great innovation in the amplifier market and beyond. HTS have caused increased collaboration between vendor and customers and it will elevate the industry to a more competitive level to the benefit of all, insiders say.
Read ArticleAsia remains the biggest market for pay-TV with still huge untapped potential. But while DTH has undoubtedly been a success story in many markets such as India and Indonesia, OTT lurks in the shadows ready to steal satellite players’ thunder. The question is whether they will make huge inroads over the next few years.
Read ArticleInterview with 5G Americas President Chris Pearson after his keynote at the recent DC5G 2017 Summit in Washington, D.C.
Read ArticleIt’s getting busy up there: in addition to commercial FSS, MSS, LEO and MEO operators both existing and planned, we are also witnessing an increase in the emergence of national satellite operators. We take a look at the reasons why these programs are established and the influence that they are having on the wider satellite landscape.
Read ArticleMaritime could be the next significant growth market for the satellite industry as shipping companies, whether commercial, cargo or ferry/cruise, look to connect their fleets. We find out from key end users what their strategy is and the importance of bringing fleetwide connectivity to their operations.
Read ArticleNewer terminal technologies and electronically steered antennas in the high-end mobility market are advancing ground technology rapidly, just as satellite megaconstellations begin to come online in LEO and MEO. The synchronicity between these will depend on new players — and industry veterans — who are leveraging their new technologies in an effort to capture new customers, and bring broadband capacity to coverage gaps around the world.
Read ArticleGovernment and industry are learning how to collaborate more effectively in order to overcome budget challenges and still meet warfighter bandwidth needs.
Read ArticleAntenna manufacturers address design, optimization, and implementation challenges with emerging technologies such as intelligent control mechanisms, planar concepts and flat antennas, metamaterial and electronically steerable antennas, and solutions for satellite antenna deployment in hazard environment.
Read ArticleAs the cyber threat landscape intensifies for satellite operators and the world at large, Via Satellite examines how the industry is tackling the issue on multiple levels. To stay ahead of the threat, manufacturers, operators and customers all must band together, increase their vigilance and collaborate more closely.
Read ArticleWhile Musk takes a lot of credit for his vision, in Shotwell he found the perfect executive to run SpaceX like a finely oiled machine. She is one of the most admired and respected executives in our industry, and an inspiration for young women around the world.
Read ArticleVia Satellite looks to recognize the technology company that has raised the bar in 2015 providing the best solutions to the industry.
Read ArticleSatellites in LEO and MEO soon will be here to stay thanks to companies like LeoSat, OneWeb, and SES-owned O3b. The question is whether they also can go beyond meeting the needs of commercial and consumer users to also serving the needs of a dispersed, increasingly mobile military. Via Satellite talks to leading LEO and MEO industry figures to see how they envision their constellations supporting military missions globally in a fast-evolving threat environment.
Read ArticleThe mathematics driving the resurgence of reusable rockets is more nuanced than it may seem. As it turns out, the economic considerations behind making reusability a core element of your business can be as complex as the rocket science itself.
Read ArticleBandwidth management and optimization must address endpoint operational demands with superior quality of experience, while delivering reliable services that are economical and affordable. Overlapping technologies provide unique opportunities for innovation and investment, especially when viewed in the light of market movement toward HTS not only in GEO, but also in MEO and LEO as well.
Read ArticleWe talk to Emirates’ top IFC executive about how connectivity 2.0 looks like for the airline. Brannelly gives a frank assessment on what the satellite industry needs to do better.
Read ArticleAfter a failed merger with OneWeb and a surprising partnership with Intel around 5G, CEO Stephen Spengler discusses how Intelsat must also find new markets and ways to improve its revenues and forecasts in 2018.
Read ArticleSatellite operators looking to capitalize on data markets are evolving in parallel with customer needs. As new business models emerge, some satellite operators are going down the value chain and ditching the wholesale approach.
Read ArticleSatellite is at the forefront of communications for defense purposes, with the U.S. military among the largest users. With the pace of technological development advancing, the DOD is getting ready for a real step-change.
Read ArticleTelecom providers looking for business growth will have to venture from the saturated zones, as it is in rural areas that new subscribers can be found. But in order to tap these rural and underdeveloped communities, satellite will have to play a vital role. This means satellite-based cellular backhaul will hold its prominence in Asia.
Read ArticleWe caught up with ESA officials to get a detailed look of the agency’s cybersecurity plans in light of the partnership with industry players around encryption via satellite.
Read ArticleSmall satellites, or SmallSats, have typically been relegated to a secondary position when it comes to launching. But now that SmallSats have grown so numerous, they are changing the launch sector. Whereas previously unprofitable, launch providers are now eager to let SmallSat payloads ride first class.
Read ArticleThe industry faces new challenges in meeting passenger demand for in-flight entertainment and connectivity.
Read ArticleWith huge individual country markets and strong demand for satellite services across the board, Asia has numerous opportunities for satellite players. However, with regulation varying from country to country, where there may be lands of opportunity, it is not necessarily easy to monetize.
Read ArticleOoyala’s recent State of the Broadcast Industry report proclaims “Go OTT or Go Home.” For traditional DTH operators, this is food for thought. Whilst their businesses are still in a fairly strong position, there are significant changes happening within the broadcast industry. How they deal with this, will be the key to their long-term survival.
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Read ArticleWe live in the era where organizations and people want 24/7 always-on connectivity. The Internet of Things (IoT) will aim to make this a reality, and readily transform companies along with the way they do business. It is the next generation of internet connectivity, and it could have far reaching consequences for just about everything.
Read ArticleIt’s no secret that every launch services provider is working on new rockets. The industry has entered a time of accelerated change, with SpaceX being a far from inconsequential reason. But more factors than just SpaceX are stirring up change. Satellites, as well as operator expectations, are evolving, and as a result, launch services must evolve too.
Read ArticleSatellite operators are optimistic that the connected car could be the next hot market for the industry. But what do car manufacturers think? We talk to one of the leading car manufacturers about whether the market for satellite is more myth than reality.
Read ArticleGovernment projects to reduce the digital divide are increasing the demand for satellite services. Will HTS have an even stronger impact than originally forecast?
Read ArticleNumerous satellite operators are present in Africa seeking to grow their businesses by exploiting demand for satellite capacity. However, while there are many broadband plays, broadcast remains a key market for capacity. The question is, with changing media habits, will DTH continue to dominate the overall broadcast landscape?
Read ArticleA spread of entrepreneurs ranging from experienced engineers to young college students took the stage at SATELLITE 2017’s new Unveiled Theater, hoping to clinch the grand prize at the Startup Space 2017 Entrepreneur Pitch Contest.
Read ArticleHTS holds a great deal of promise for Africa, and operators, both new and emerging, are planning to seize the opportunity to provide capacity to a market with seemingly unending demand. But is it really that straightforward?
Read ArticleThe interest in the NewSpace movement has been gaining momentum all over the world and the MENA region is no exception. With talk of space ranging from enabling emerging nations to enhance their communications infrastructure to missions to Mars, this is a fertile region for NewSpace, with varying ambitions from country to country.
Read ArticleLeaders of Eutelsat, Telesat, Inmarsat, Intelsat, and ViaSat, converged to talk everything from reduced launch prices, new markets for satellite, as well as the future for GEO-, MEO-, and LEO-based satellites at SATELLITE 2017.
Read ArticleHigh Throughput Satellites (HTS) have ushered in a major overhaul of ground infrastructure. Addressing the new principles of satellite design and the requirements that go with it, ground segment players have created tools that are as cutting-edge as they are crucial to delivering HTS’ promise.
Read ArticleWith the demand for more lightweight, powerful antennas showing no sign of abating, developers are rising to the challenge. But will it be enough to push the market forward?
Read ArticleSome of the world’s most exciting space developments are occurring in a small form factor: CubeSats. Backed by strong commercial funding and more launch availability, CubeSats are no longer just the domain of academic learning experiments; they are becoming core to government and commercial missions. The era of CubeSat 2.0 has arrived.
Read ArticleEvery year at the SATELLITE show in Washington, D.C. Via Satellite presents its Satellite Executive of the Year award, a recognition of an executive which Via Satellite feels has made a big, positive impact in the industry that year. Besides being one of the highlights of the SATELLITE show, the award has been going for almost 30 years itself. The winner is seen as a visionary in our industry and someone that has made a difference.
Read ArticleChairman Jeffrey Hill provides a summary of highlights planned for this year’s SATELLITE program.
Read ArticleThe mighty rise of smallsats will inevitably drive competition in the Earth Observation market. This will lead to delivery of new data services which, in turn, will lead to increasing demand from new customers. Within this proliferation of remote sensing satellites, not all companies will emerge as victors, but what is certain is that Earth Observation is on a steady winning streak.
Read ArticleWith most airlines now advanced in their connected aircraft strategies, many are now looking ahead to how they can truly leverage in-flight connectivity to increase passenger satisfaction and improve the efficiency of their operations.
Read ArticleWith new 4K channels being launched in Europe, the broadcast industry has made a significant breakthrough. Key players are expecting to see swelling demand in Ultra-HD.
Read ArticleUniversities and start-ups are becoming an integral part of the “NewSpace” sector, particularly when it comes to small satellite technology. We explore how space agencies and incubators are fostering growth and innovation in the SmallSat sector for industry newcomers.
Read ArticleThe world was a very different place in 1986. We take a quick look at some of the global highlights of that year.
Read ArticleVia Satellite is proud to announce the nominees for its prestigious Satellite Executive of the Year award for 2017.
Read ArticleIt is not every day you get an invitation to witness a world record for the satellite industry. Better yet, it is on a cruise ship going around the Caribbean, and I am there for three days to authenticate record speeds for satellite connectivity on a cruise ship.
Read ArticleAfter having examined the archives and done an extensive reader survey, these are our final choices for the key 30 events between 1986 and 2016 in the satellite industry.
Read ArticleWe live in an always-on world with an insatiable appetite for news and media. News Broadcasters must cater for this demand, which is placing great strain on their networks. New satellite technology can help, but the question is how much and how quickly?
Read ArticleWith accelerated mobile penetration and more OTT offerings coming to market, the future for satellite is far from assured in Africa. Pay-TV could develop in some interesting ways over the next few years.
Read ArticleVia Satellite’s Satellite Executive of The Year (SEOTY) is the industry’s most prestigious individual award. The winner will be celebrated at SATELLITE 2017, always one of the highlights of the event. It is time to introduce the six nominees to win the award for 2016.
Read ArticleIn many corners of the world, students are getting a better quality of education due to the influence of satellite technology. We explore satellite’s important role connecting students to the materials that enable them to better prepare for the future.
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