SpacePath Communications, a dedicated, European-based, SATCOM amplifier manufacturer and equipment supplier, has announced the appointment of John Mulroe as Business Development Manager, North America.Bringing a wealth of industry experience to SpacePath, John previously worked for Thales Electron Devices (TWT) as sales manager, and at satellite uplink equipment suppli
More and more people have access to and are using the Internet. However, stronger information and communication technology (ICT) skills are needed to connect people everywhere, highlights ITU's Measuring the Information Society Report 2018. At the same time, ICT prices have dropped globally in the last decade.
XipLink, the technology leader in Wireless Link Optimization is proud to announce the acquisition and subsequent closing on certain assets of Sevis Systems designed to optimize cellular traffic onto IP-based backhaul links. Specifically, XipLink is acquiring the 6000 series product line for circuit oriented (E1/T1) base station connections, the 7000 series for IP base station connections and all related intellectual property associated with these products. Sevis Systems will continue to focus on their core signaling solutions unrelated to the cellular backhaul business.
The international satellite industry has confirmed executives to serve on the Global VSAT Forum (GVF) Board of Directors to lead the association as it continues to build greater awareness and use of the applications, services, and technological advantages provided by satellite-based solutions.
Pay-TV revenue in Asia Pacific, comprised of subscription fees and local and regional advertising sales, will top US$56 billion in 2018 after 5% annual growth, according to Asia Pacific Pay-TV Distribution, a new report published today by leading industry analysts Media Partners Asia (MPA). The Asia Pacific pay-TV industry will continue to expand at a 3% CAGR between 2018-23 to exceed US$66 billion in revenue by 2023, according to MPA forecasts. MPA’s Asia Pacific Pay-TV Distribution report covers 17 markets across the region.
Key Indicators Reflecting Trends and Opportunities in the Global Satellite Market
The Satellite Industry Association (SIA) released its annual survey of the satellite industry. For the 23th year in a row, the global satellite industry posted positive growth. For a summary of the report click here.
ITU, the United Nations specialized agency for information and communication technologies (ICTs), estimates that at the end of 2018, 51.2 per cent of the global population, or 3.9 billion people, will be using the Internet.
Satellite operator Intelsat S.A. (NYSE: I) today announced that Timothy Schermerhorn has joined the company as regional vice president, North America. Schermerhorn will be responsible for the development and implementation of Intelsat’s sales and go-to-market strategies for the company’s network, mobility and media customers operating in North America.
Comtech EF Data Corp., which is part of Comtech’s Commercial Solutions segment, received an additional $9.8 million delivery order against the US$ 59.0 million indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract previously awarded by the U.S. Naval Warfare Systems Command.
A new research from Arab Advisors Group reveals that FTA satellite TV average ad rates are highest during night time between 21:00 and 22:00 Saudi Arabia’s time. Peak average advertising rate, of 31 analyzed FTA satellite TV channels in the Arab World, reached US$ 2,778 for a 30-second TV commercial. The average advertising rate for a particular time segment represents the mean advertising rate for a standard 30-second TV commercial spot (known as a TVC) in that time segment hroughout the week.
