The Russian Satellite Communications Company (RSCC) confirms the beginning of commercial service introduction (CSI) of its Express-80 communications and broadcasting satellite. The satellite belongs to the RSCC orbital constellation at 80° E. The Express-80 flight tests were carried out in full and with positive results.

The spacecraft is intended to provide fixed and mobile services; digital TV and radio broadcasting; high-speed Internet access, as well as data transmission across the Russian Federation and abroad.

Advantech Wireless Technologies announced today the release of its new 800W and 1000W X-band Solid State Power Amplifiers and Block-Up Converters (SSPAs/BUCs) packaged in its compact Taurus outdoor enclosure. Taurus-X is the perfect solution for MODs engaged in both new terminal deployments and programs to modernize existing military satcom terminals.

2020 has been a year of dramatic change, customers demand M2M integration for non-human interaction. Integrasys has listened to the customers and has complied with their demands developing Restful APIs for the complete product-line.

Comtech Telecommunications Corp. (NASDAQ: CMTL) announced today, that during its second quarter of fiscal 2021, its subsidiary, Comtech EF Data Corp., a leading provider of satellite communication equipment, was awarded US$ 1.5 million in orders from a North American communications service provider.

ND SATCOM’s established reputation in the defence industry for high security, reliability and engineering innovation underpinned new deals with a major Asian country. These defence industry customers also rely on ND SATCOM’s respected reputation for discretion given the highly critical and sensitive nature of governmental defence operations.

Spacecom together with its local partner in Nigeria - Intertel, and in partnership with Zinox, a leading Nigerian internet and e-Learning service provider, has signed a multi-year contract to enable internet connectivity and e-Learning solutions for schools in Nigeria. Spacecom worked closely with its partners in Nigeria to bring this deal to fruition through utilization in C-Band High Throughput (HTS) capacity on the advanced and powerful AMOS-17 satellite.

Technological advancements have expanded the utilization of satellite services in almost every facet of everday life. Market players have collaborated with other players to offer better services to their customers in terms of speed, reliability, and flexibility.  The demand for satellite services is increasing with its application in various areas. According to the report published by Allied Market Research, the global satellite services market is estimated to reach US$ 144.5 billion by 2026. Following are some the activities taking place across the world. 

AXESS Networks, a global provider of satellite-based communications solutions, contributes to the development and implementation of the Unified Communication Services Manager (UCSM), a procurement platform for satellite services that supports governmental satellite communication requirements and intends to simplify the purchasing process. The project and contract are carried out under a program of and funded by the European Space Agency (ESA).

Satellite operator ABS,  and TheAngle, a specialized network services integrator, announced today they have extended their partnership in the MENA region, serving customers across the ABS’ MENA coverage at 75 degrees East.

Russian satellite operator Gazprom Space Systems (GSS), Viasat and Russian telecom operator TMC today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that aims to advance in-flight connectivity (IFC) for airlines flying into and over Russia.