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Srikapardhi March 16th, 2024 9:44 PM 0 COMMENTS

E& UAE and Yahsat Partner to Bring Satellite Connectivity to Standard Smartphones

The UAE's satellite solutions provider, Al Yah Satellite Communications Company (Yahsat), has signed a partnership with e& UAE. In a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the two companies, e& UAE will become the first telecom operator to collaborate with Yahsat under its Direct-to-Device (D2D) strategy. Also Read: MWC 2024: E& 5G-Advanced, 10 Gbps Connectivity, Cloud RAN Trial in the UAE and More D2D Strategy This collaboration aims to explore... Read More

Srikapardhi March 14th, 2024 4:01 PM 0 COMMENTS

Lynk Global Deploys Two New Satellites for Sat2Phone Service Expansion

Satellite mobile provider Lynk Global has announced the deployment of two satellites for its "cell-towers-in-space" program. These additional satellites will further extend Lynk Global's satellite-to-phone (Sat2Phone) network in global markets, strengthening network resiliency and expanding coverage. The two satellite cell towers were launched on the Transporter-10 rideshare mission by SpaceX on March 4 from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, Lynk Global said in an official release this week. Also... Read More

Srikapardhi March 14th, 2024 10:30 AM 0 COMMENTS

MTN and Omnispace Partner to Develop Satellite IoT, 5G NTN services

Washington DC-headquartered Omnispace announced this week a collaboration with MTN Group of Africa to explore the use of the S-band for satellite services, aiming to expand MTN's portfolio of wireless services in its markets. MTN provides voice, data, fintech, digital, enterprise, wholesale, and API services to over 290 million customers in 19 countries (markets). Also Read: MTN and NEC Deploy 400G Optical Transponder Solution in Africa Next-Generation Connectivity Under this... Read More

Tanuja K March 12th, 2024 5:22 PM 0 COMMENTS

OneWeb Aims to Launch Services by June in India: Report

OneWeb, a global satellite communications (satcom) player, has applied to get spectrum in India to start services. The company has all the necessary licenses and approvals from the Indian government and is only waiting for the spectrum to launch commercial services. According to a PTI report, OneWeb aims to launch commercial services in India by June 2024. The report, quoting Shivaji Chatterjee, President and Managing Director, Hughes Communications India Private... Read More

Srikapardhi March 12th, 2024 10:59 AM 0 COMMENTS

Intelsat and CDL Collaborate to Deliver Land Mobile Services in India

Integrated satellite and terrestrial networks operator Intelsat, along with India-based Cloudcast Digital (CDL), a provider of satcom solutions and services, expanded satellite communication connectivity using Intelsat's FlexMove to deliver land mobile services to customers in hard-to-reach locations throughout India. Also Read: Intelsat and Openserve Expand Partnership to Enhance Connectivity Across South Africa CDL's technology services are managed by Planetcast, which is a teleport and video platform services provider. The official... Read More

Srikapardhi March 10th, 2024 11:39 AM 0 COMMENTS

Sateliot to Launch Four New Satellites, Entering Commercial Phase

Spain-based satellite operator Sateliot has announced that it will launch four new satellites into space this year with SpaceX. With the deployment of these four satellites, along with the two already orbiting the Earth, Sateliot enters the first phase of its constellation, opening its commercial phase, Sateliot said on Friday. With this the company plans to connect nearly 7 million IoT (Internet of Things) devices. Also Read: Sateliot Successfully Launches... Read More

Srikapardhi March 2nd, 2024 11:06 PM 0 COMMENTS

Eutelsat OneWeb Starts LEO Service for Q-KON Banking Customers in South Africa

Eutelsat Group and Q-Kon, a satellite engineering enterprise for southern Africa, announced that multiple digital banks in South Africa have now gone live on Eutelsat OneWeb's Low Earth Orbit (LEO) service. "Both bank staff and their customers are reaping the benefits of these newly launched services, giving them access to consistent, secure connectivity required for the transmission of bank account and financial data in real-time," Eutelsat OneWeb said Thursday. Also... Read More

Yashika Goel February 28th, 2024 1:57 PM 0 COMMENTS

Turkcell to Bring Sat2Phone Services to Turkiye With Lynk

Satellite direct-to-mobile-phone provider Lynk Global and Turkcell, the largest mobile operator in Turkiye, have announced the signing of an agreement to start initial Sat2Phone services utilising Lynk's "cell-towers-in-space." The joint statement made on Tuesday said this collaboration is anticipated to complement network resiliency and mobile coverage across Turkiye, benefiting the local population, businesses, and visitors. Also Read: Turkcell Granted Extension to 2G License for Six Years by ICTA Turkcell's Commitment... Read More

Yashika Goel February 28th, 2024 8:28 AM 0 COMMENTS

Intelsat and Openserve Expand Partnership to Enhance Connectivity Across South Africa

Integrated satellite and terrestrial network operator Intelsat and South African telecommunications infrastructure provider Openserve renewed and expanded their partnership to include new hardware and satellite connectivity, aiming to deliver even more reliable connectivity across the country, announced both companies in a joint statement on Tuesday. Also Read: Du Partners With Intelsat to Boost Cellular Connectivity in Remote UAE Areas Network Modernization Under the project, Intelsat will modernize over 900 sites... Read More

Yashika Goel February 27th, 2024 1:32 PM 0 COMMENTS

Eutelsat OneWeb Launches Land Mobility Services for Connectivity on the Move

Eutelsat Group has confirmed the launch of Eutelsat OneWeb's low Earth orbit (LEO) mobility services, bringing high-speed communications for land-based customers. With the activation of Land Mobility services, Eutelsat OneWeb's distribution partners now can implement communication on-the-move solutions for customers globally, spanning industries such as rail connectivity, emergency response, media, oil and gas, mining, government, and NGOs, said Eutelsat Group on Monday. Also Read: Eutelsat Group Extends Partnership With Universal... Read More

Yashika Goel February 22nd, 2024 5:38 PM 0 COMMENTS

Eutelsat Group Extends Partnership With Universal Satcom to Enhance Maritime Connectivity

Eutelsat Group has extended its partnership with Universal Satcom, the Dubai-based satellite communication system integrator. Eutelsat and Universal Satcom have been collaborating for some time, and this recent multi-year deal will enable Universal Satcom to leverage Eutelsat's Geostationary Advance maritime packaged services in the Ku-band to extend its coverage in MENA (Middle East and North Africa) and globally, Eutelsat said. Also Read: Rakuten Mobile Plans to Provide Satellite-to-Mobile Service in... Read More

Tanay Singh Thakur February 22nd, 2024 10:31 AM 0 COMMENTS

India Amends FDI Norms for the Space Sector

On Wednesday, the Indian government announced amendments to the FDI (foreign direct investment) norms surrounding the space sector. According to a notification, the satellites sub-sector has been divided into three different activities, and there's up to 100% FDI under automatic route allowed. Until now, FDI was only permitted in the establishment and operation of satellites through the government approval route. But that has changed. The proposed reforms for FDI for... Read More