Speedcast International Limited (ASX:SDA) (OTCMKTS:SPPDF), a provider of remote communication and IT solutions, and XipLink Inc., a technology leader in Wireless Link Optimization, have announced a strategic partnership to develop comprehensive technologies to maximize efficiencies in data transfer across wide area networks (WAN).

Newtec, a specialist in the design, development and manufacture of equipment for satellite communications is working with QinetiQ on two key projects as it enters the Belgian space market.QinetiQ – a leading science and engineering company operating primarily in the defense, security, space and air markets – has chosen Newtec’s Manufacturing Competence Center (MCC), in Erpe-Mere, Belgium, to provide the soldering of on-board electronics for two projects.

The Asia Video Industry Association (AVIA) welcomed over 180 delegates to the first Satellite Industry Forum (SIF) in Singapore since its rebrand from Casbaa in August 2018. On Monday, CEO Louis Boswell reiterated the importance of AVIA’s continued focus and support of the satellite industry in this period of great change and disruption, particularly in the areas of policy and regulation.

Peraton, a portfolio company of Veritas Capital, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Solers, a leading provider of software development and systems integration for space situational awareness, satellite ground systems and operations, cybersecurity engineering, and enterprise cloud-based solutions.

According to Euroconsult's latest report, Prospects for Maritime Satellite Communications, the maritime connectivity market continues to be vibrant, as shipowners transition to the next level of broadband connectivity. The merchant, passenger and leisure segments have all been supporting growth in revenues and capacity usage, while a rebound on oil pricing would accelerate the offshore segment. In addition to capacity, an increasing focus is on the supply of value-added services and on the outsourcing of daily operations by shipping companies.

Telecommunications company Satlink, which specialises in products and services intended for the maritime sector, has chosen Hispasat, the Spanish satellite telecommunications operator, to strengthen its satellite connectivity solutions (VSAT) portfolio in Europe and Latin America.

This new solutions will be provided through the operator's platforms in Bogotá (Colombia) and Arganda del Rey (Spain).