Satellite communications company Viasat has successfully demonstrated direct-to-device (D2D) satellite connectivity in India for the first time. In partnership with Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), Viasat showcased satellite-powered two-way and SOS messaging using a commercial Android smartphone at the ongoing India Mobile Congress 2024, the companies said in a joint … Read More
Indian telecom operator Bharti Airtel has reiterated its commitment to satellite communication (satcom) services to connect remote and underserved areas across the country. The company stressed that its stance remains unchanged, rejecting any claims of a policy shift. In a statement, Airtel emphasised its long-standing focus on using satcom technology … Read More
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has provisionally allocated satellite spectrum to Bharti-owned Eutelsat OneWeb and Reliance Jio’s satellite arm. This is a major step towards the start of satellite services in the country. These satellite communication (satcom) companies have received the spectrum for six months from the telecom department. DoT … Read More
Starlink, a SpaceX-owned satellite communications (satcom) services company has received FCC (Federal Communications Commission) approval to offer direct-to-cell services in select parts of the United States of America (USA). According to Reuters, FCC on Sunday allowed Starlink and T-Mobile to offer direct-to-cell coverage for devices in the areas of North … Read More
Philippines operator Globe Telecom has completed an end-to-end satellite SMS customer trial in a remote area with no reception in Zambales, aiming to deliver connectivity to Geographically Isolated and Disadvantaged Areas (GIDAs). During the trial, Globe Telecom reported transmitting text messages using standard phones with Globe and TM SIMs through … Read More
Japan’s SoftBank Corp announced that its large-scale High Altitude Platform Station (HAPS), named Sunglider, has successfully achieved stratospheric flight. The solar-powered uncrewed aircraft system (UAS) designed for HAPS stratospheric telecommunications was utilised in a field trial conducted by AeroVironment and the US Department of Defense (DoD) in New Mexico, USA, … Read More
Australian telecom company Telstra, the Australian government, and Norfolk Island Regional Council’s Norfolk Telecom have collaborated to provide a satellite internet service that now delivers network speeds four times faster on Norfolk Island. Norfolk Telecom offers telecommunications services to the Norfolk Island community. Also Read: Telstra Completes Major Network Upgrade … Read More
Korea Telecom (KT) and its satellite arm, KT SAT, have successfully linked terrestrial 5G networks with a satellite in geostationary orbit (GEO), which the companies claim is a world-first using 5G NTN (Non-Terrestrial Network) technology. KT announced on Monday that it has secured technology that works with KT SAT’s satellite … Read More
Eutelsat Group has announced that Inmarsat Maritime, part of Viasat, will integrate Eutelsat‘s OneWeb low Earth orbit (LEO) network into its NexusWave connectivity solution. This collaboration aims to enhance high-speed, low-latency broadband services for ships, ensuring reliable connectivity even in the most remote locations. Also Read: Inmarsat Launches New Global … Read More
Eutelsat Group has signed an agreement with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Limited (MHI) for multiple satellite launches using the H3 launch vehicle, beginning in 2027. This marks the first agreement between the two companies and enhances Eutelsat’s launch capabilities, according to the official release. Also Read: Liquid Intelligent to Bring Eutelsat … Read More
Japan’s SoftBank and Intelsat have signed a collaboration agreement, which they say will lead to the launch of a unified “Ubiquitous Network.” The two companies will jointly lead the research and development of seamless 5G connections between terrestrial mobile networks and satellite communications networks. Through this collaboration, SoftBank and Intelsat … Read More
Gilat Satellite Networks (Gilat) announced that its wholly owned US-based subsidiary, DataPath, has received contracts in support of the US Department of Defense for core terminal-related services, technology insertion, and upgrades to systems, cumulatively worth over USD 5 million. Also Read: Gilat Satellite Networks Secures USD 12 Million Expansion Deal … Read More
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