London, UK, January 21, 2023--The number of pay TV subscribers in 20 MENA countries will increase from 17.32 million in 2022 to 19.20 million in 2028. Legitimate pay TV penetration will remain at only 19%. IPTV subscribers overtook pay satellite TV in 2022 according to new research from Digital TV research.
Riedel Taps Longtime Powerhouse, Marcus Wheelwright, for the Role of Vice President of Customer Success, the Americas
More...Riedel Communications today announced that Marcus Wheelwright has joined the company as vice president of customer success for the Americas. In his new role, Wheelwright will manage customer success operations for the Americas, increasing customer satisfaction by creating frictionless experiences for customers throughout their journey with Riedel, including initial demos, training, delivery, and post-sales support.

CesiumAstro Inc., an industry leader in active phased array communications technology for space and airborne systems, announced today it has acquired TXMission Ltd., a United Kingdom-based communications company that develops software-defined radios and modems for satellites, ground stations, HAPS (high-altitud
Euroconsult Report Addresses Challenges and Potential of Optical Communications for Nascent Space Applications Market
More...Inter-satellite communications via optical links are rapidly becoming the preferred means of transmission in space. This is opening up a dynamic new market for optical communications terminals and inter-satellite links driven by the growing number of NGSO broadband constellations. Euroconsult’s newly released report ‘Optical Communications Market’ contains market-leading in-depth analysis of the equipment and solutions using optical links, with the 1st edition purposefully held back until now to ensure that the emerging market is best represented.
Arianespace has appointed Steven Rutgers to serve as its next Chief Commercial Officer.
/PRNewswire/ -- GapSat Development Group Limited ("GapSat") a BVI company providing satellite operators with in-orbit geostationary communications satellites on an interim basis, has acquired QBX Limited, an Isle of Man based satellite solutions and consulting services company with a portfolio of satellite radio frequency spectrum and intellectual property.
IEC Telecom Group Expands Further Into Yachting Through the Acquisition of Maritime Network Systems
More...Satellite service operator IEC Telecom has acquired superyacht communications specialist Maritime Network Systems, further strengthening its position in the yachting sector. This acquisition, part of IEC Telecom Group’s strategy to enable digitalization across all maritime sectors, will enable the company to expand its innovative portfolio of hybrid satellite/LTE solutions across the Mediterranean region.
Astroscale Japan Inc. (“Astroscale Japan”), a subsidiary of Astroscale Holdings Inc. (“Astroscale”), the market leader in satellite servicing and long-term orbital sustainability across all orbits, announces Eddie Kato as President and Managing Director, effective February 1, 2023.

