Satellite IRG to Host Annual Conference in Dubai

Douglas, Isle of Man, August 21, 2012

The Satellite Interference Reduction Group (IRG) today announced that its annual conference will be held in Dubai from 18th - 20th November 2012.The annual IRG conference brings together experts from all areas of the industry, including broadcasters, satellite operators, and equipment manufacturers. It provides a forum to discuss recent developments, as well as looking forward to the next steps.

At the conference, delegates will reflect on the results of the initiative to roll-out video Carrier Identification in time for the Olympics, as well as using lessons learnt to begin planning action needed ahead of the World Cup in Brazil in 2014.

The conference will also examine the issue of unidentified carriers, as well as looking at innovations and techniques to combat satellite interference and discussing the broadcaster’s perspective.

Martin Coleman, Executive Director, the Satellite Interference Reduction Group, commented: “The annual IRG conference gives us a chance to communicate our achievements to the industry, but more crucially it allows our members and other interested parties to give us feedback about the issues they are facing and where they need our efforts.”

If you are interested in attending the conference, please fill out the registration form at www.satirg.org.

About Satellite IRG

The Satellite Interference Reduction Group (IRG) is a leading organization working to reduce satellite frequency interference. It comprises three main working groups, covering video, data, and VSAT. The Group’s membership is comprised of satellite operators, users, uplinkers, service providers, equipment vendors and other organizations with a stake in combating radio frequency interference.