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Atlanta, Ga., February 18, 2021 – Following successful validation tests of its next-generation Ku-band antenna design, NXT Communications Corporation (NXTCOMM) announced the formation of a new Board of Directors to help guide the next phase of its growth and commercial market introduction. Coming from the technology, aerospace, manufacturing, retail and satellite sectors, the board brings more than a century of experience and leadership to address the connectivity challenge. The board members include:

Raleigh, NC, February 18, 2021--Satellite Markets and Research Editor-in-Chief Virgil Labrador spoke with Ken Grelck, Global Communications Industry Lead-Capgemini Engineering and R&D global business line-a leading engineering services and consulting company.  Ken spoke on the key challenges facing the satellite industry in the wake of transformational changes which include the new LEO megaconstellations coming online, the advent of 5G technology, among others, and how Capgemini can help satellite companies thrive in the new environment.

Long Beach, Calif., February 17, 2021 - Virgin Orbit announced today that Tony Gingiss has joined the team as their Chief Operating Officer (COO). As the first person to hold this position, Tony will oversee day-to-day operations at Virgin Orbit’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Long Beach, California. His arrival follows the successful LauncherOne mission in January and completes a sequence of enhancements to the company’s executive team as Virgin Orbit pivots to commercial operations.

New York City, NY – February 16, 2021 –The World Teleport Association (WTA) today announced the appointment of Speedcast’s Vice President of Engineering Operations, Will Mudge, to its Board of Directors to fill a seat vacated by a departing Board member. In March, he will stand for election by the membership to a three-year term, beginning April 1st.

London, UK, February 15, 2021 – IBC today announced that John Honeycutt will take the International Broadcasting Convention (IBC) Council Chair's position with immediate effect. Honeycutt has spent the past 30 years in senior positions in the television market and is a well-respected business strategist and technology pioneer. He has significant international experience across all aspects of the media industry, holding C-suite roles at notable broadcasters and TV service providers such as Discovery Communications, FOX Cable Networks, Google, and Liberty Media. 

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Abu Dhabi, UAE, February 9, 2021--Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat) has announced the appointment of a new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and three new members to its Board of Directors. Ali Al Hashemi, The current CEO of Thuraya Telecommunications Company and the General Manager of Yahsat Government Solutions, will take over as the new CEO of Yahsat Group from April 18, 2021.

Long Beach, Calif., February 9, 2021---Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SPCE) today announced the establishment of its Space Advisory Board. The Virgin Galactic Space Advisory Board will provide advice to senior management as the company moves forward to open space for the benefit of all. The company also annoucned the appointment of Seth Zaslow as VP of Investor Relations.

London, UK, February 5, 2021--Satellite Markets and Research Editor-in-Chief Virgil Labrador spoke with Maxim Usatov, Chief Technical Officer (CTO) and Founder of BusinessCom Networks, a satellite solutions provider at the forefront of innovative solutions for VSAT and  Comms On The Move (COTM) services.  Excerpts of the interivew:

Listen to audio podcasts with key satellite industry executives including: Mitja Lovsin, General Manager-STN;Jack Waters, CEO-Xiplink;  Alvaro Sanchez, CEO-Integrasys;  Dan Zajicek, CEO-Spacecom; Dave Rehbehn, VP-Intnernational Division, Hughes Newtwork Systems; Krystal Dredge, Marketing Director-AvL Technologies;  Carl Novello, CTO-NXTCOMM; Alexander Mueller-Gastell, CEO-ND SatCom;  Vagan Shakhgildian, CEO-UHP Networks; David Gelerman, CEO, Spacebridge; Lou Dubin, SVP-Product Marketing, Comtech EF Data;  Bob Hansen, VP-Sales and Marketing, Terrasat; Steve Richeson, VP-Sales, Mission Microwave and Semir Hassanaly, Head of Cellular Backhaul and Trunking, ST Engineering iDirect.  Click here to listen to the podcasts.

Long Beach, Calif., February 4, 2021--Virgin Orbit announced today the addition of two seasoned executives to its team. Kirk Pysher has joined the company as its new Vice President of Mission Assurance, Quality and Safety, and Janice Starzyk as Vice President of Government Operations.