News Analysis

Satellite Markets and Research Editor-in-Chief Virgil Labrador spoke with Jean-Michel Rouylou, Head of Enterprise Market and Broadband-ST Engineering iDirect, an over 20-year veteran in the global energy markets.  We discuss the role satellite technology plays in key energy markets like oil and gas, among others.    

Oslo, Norway, October 3, 2022. Marlink, has completed the acquisition of the satellite communications business of Hellenic Radio Services (HRS). Through this transaction Marlink has acquired the satellite communication assets, the experienced staff and the customer support structure of HRS, substantially increasing its installed base in the Greek market with over 750 additional satcom-equipped vessels.

The September-October 2022 issue of the Satellite Executive Briefing magazine focusing on the broadcast market sponsored by Spacebridge is now available.  Featuring:

The Role of Satellites in Delivering OTT Content by Elisabeth Tweedie

Trends in Satellite Video Broadcasting by Thomas Wrede

TECHBrief: IP Cores for Satellite Applications

Company Spotlight: Satellite Mediaport Services

by Elisabeth Tweedie

London, UK,  September 5, 2022--After a hiatus of three years, IBC is back as an in-person event at its usual venue, the RAI in Amsterdam.  The show runs September 9th – 12th.  The main IBC conference takes place on the first two days only, and is centered around the theme: “What’s next?  Designing the Future together,” but every day throughout the show there are multiple free sessions taking place.  The latter are grouped into three themes: Innovation, Content Everywhere and Changemakers.  In addition, the Showcase Theatre features a variety of presentations from exhibitors including a full day from Amazon Web Services (AWS).

View video interviews and audio podcasts with key satellite industry executives as well as videos of various satellite facilities worldwide.  Click here to view the videos and listen to the podcasts.

Petah Tikva, Israel,  August 9, 2022 –Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: GILT, TASE: GILT) today reported its results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022. The company reported reported revenues of US $55.5 million, operating profit of  US $1.5 million and Adjusted EBITDA of US$ 5.3 million.

Luxembourg City, August 4, 2022--The number 1 and number 2 leading global satelltie operators, SES and Intelsat are reportedly engaging in possible merger talks according to various media reports.  The story was first released by the Financial Times. The merger, if borne into fruition will create the largest satellite company in the world with over 100 Geostationary satellites generating over US$ 4 Billion in annual revenues.

Madrid, Spain, August 4, 2022--HISPASAT signed a line of credit for the amount of 250 million euros with a group of five financial institutions composed of CaixaBank, acting as the agent bank of the operation and sustainability coordinator, BBVA, Societé Generale, Bankinter and Kutxabank.