Redwire has acquired Deployable Space Systems (DSS), a leading supplier of mission-enabling deployable solar arrays, structures and mechanisms for space applications.Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

“DSS has an unmatched reputation for innovative deployable space technologies and infrastructure, and that is a perfect fit for Redwire’s technology portfolio,” said Peter Cannito, Chairman and CEO of Redwire. “These new capabilities will expand our set of space infrastructure solutions and deliver even greater value to our customers.”

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.

Ovzon's Board of Directors has today appointed Per Norén as the CEO of Ovzon AB effective at the latest, May 1st,  2021.The company’s current CEO Magnus René will continue to lead the company until then and will thereafter remain in his role as a member of the Board of Directors.

Following successful validation tests of its next-generation Ku-band antenna design, NXT Communications Corporation (NXTCOMM) announced the formation of a new Board of Directors to help guide the next phase of its growth and commercial market introduction. Coming from the technology, aerospace, manufacturing, retail and satellite sectors, the board brings more than a century of experience and leadership to address the connectivity challenge. 

The board members include:

Building on its mission of Empowering Content Everywhere and serving the media, entertainment and technology industry, IBC today announced its strategic plan for 2021, focusing on the return of a live event in Amsterdam this year. IBC revealed plans to deliver a hybrid (physical and digital) event from 10^th – 13^th September 2021 and unveiled a fall-back option in early December 2021.

Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ: GILT, TASE: GILT), a worldwide leader in satellite networking technology, solutions and services, today reported its results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2020.  The company reported revenues of US$ 42.6 million versus US$ 78.3 million in Q4 2019 and improved from US$ 37.3 million in the previous quarter.

Fourth Quarter Financial Highlights

The World Teleport Association (WTA) today announced the appointment of Speedcast’s Vice President of Engineering Operations, Will Mudge, to its Board of Directors to fill a seat vacated by a departing Board member. In March, he will stand for election by the membership to a three-year term, beginning April 1st.

The global fixed satellite services (FSS) market reached a value of US$ 21.7 Billion in 2020 according to a report by Reseach and Markets. The report expects the global fixed satellite services (FSS) market to exhibit a moderate growth during 2021-2026.