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Srikapardhi March 26th, 2024 12:35 PM 0 COMMENTS

Tusass Reduces Internet Speed in Tasiilaq in New Test Phase

Greenlandic operator Tusass has announced a new phase in its testing of internet quality in Tasiilaq, which it initially announced in early February. Tusass is testing the satellite network and internet quality in Tasiilaq to address some of the quality challenges experienced in satellite areas. Now, the testing enters a new phase, Tusass said in an official release. Also Read: Tusass Extends 5G FWA Services to Nuuk, Greenland Tusass's New... Read More

Srikapardhi February 22nd, 2024 1:21 AM 0 COMMENTS

Rakuten Mobile Plans to Provide Satellite-to-Mobile Service in Japan

Rakuten Mobile announced its plans to provide satellite-to-mobile service in Japan, targeting the commencement of the service in 2026, in collaboration with AST SpaceMobile. The telco aims to provide connectivity across Japan in the future, including mountainous regions, remote islands, and areas struck by natural disasters, stating that this is a step closer to the realization of broader network coverage through space-based technologies. Also Read: Rakuten Mobile Surpasses 6 Million... Read More

Srikapardhi September 28th, 2023 6:49 PM 0 COMMENTS

Eutelsat Completes Merger With OneWeb to Form Eutelsat Group

Eutelsat Communications announced the successful completion of its all-share communications network, following approval at the Ordinary and Extraordinary General Meeting of Eutelsat shareholders. This combination forms the Eutelsat Group. In an official statement, the company noted that its headquarters remain in Paris, and OneWeb will operate as a subsidiary under the name Eutelsat OneWeb, with its operations continuing in London. Also Read: Eutelsat Advances Toward OneWeb Merger, Receives Regulatory Approvals... Read More

Srikapardhi September 18th, 2023 3:15 PM 0 COMMENTS

Intelsat Launches IntelsatOne IP for Global Content Distribution

Intelsat, a leading integrated provider of satellite and terrestrial networks and inflight connectivity (IFC), announced on Friday the launch of IntelsatOne IP, a content distribution system. This service utilises the internet to transport high-quality video content globally, harnessing Intelsat's extensive expertise in both satellite and terrestrial communications. Also Read: Intelsat Announces Completion of C-Band Spectrum Clearing for 5G According to Intelsat, IntelsatOne IP is designed to provide broadcasters with reliability,... Read More

Tanuja K July 3rd, 2023 10:59 AM 0 COMMENTS

Satellite Calling May Become a Common Tech Soon

The prospect of satellite-powered calling and internet connectivity on smartphones is gaining momentum, with Apple's recent introduction of emergency SOS via satellite feature in the iPhone 14 series. According to a report by PCMag, Apple's partner Globalstar has hinted at the possibility of extending satellite-powered features to calls and internet services in a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) filing. The emergency SOS feature has already proven its value by allowing users... Read More

Srikapardhi June 29th, 2023 9:17 AM 0 COMMENTS

OneWeb Expands Connectivity Services in Europe and US

OneWeb, the global low Earth orbit (LEO) communications network, on Wednesday, announced the expansion of its connectivity services throughout Europe and the majority of the United States. The expanded network availability marks a significant step as OneWeb progresses towards global services. Also Read: OneWeb and Telstra Set to Deploy World’s Largest LEO Satellite Capacity for Mobile Backhaul OneWeb Expands Network Availability OneWeb said the expansion, which became first active at... Read More

Bhavya Singh December 13th, 2022 5:52 PM 0 COMMENTS

Satellite Spectrum Auction in India: See What TRAI Chairman Said

The chairman of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI), PD Vaghela, stated at a Broadband India Forum summit on SatCom that India will be the first nation to auction spectrum for satellite communication and that it should be planned in a way to draw investments in the industry. In order to improve the ease of doing business in the sector, TRAI will shortly offer proposals to streamline licences needed... Read More

Yash Bhardwaj November 15th, 2022 8:08 PM 0 COMMENTS

OneWeb and Eutelsat Sign Merger to Create a New Champion

In order to implement its intention to establish a new market leader, French operator Eutelsat announced that it had executed a merger agreement with British company OneWeb. In the rapidly expanding satellite broadband sector, a French and a British company teamed together on Tuesday. The Satellite Broadband Industry Will Reach $16 Billion by 2030 In July, when both the company signed a letter of understanding to combine and become even... Read More

Yash Bhardwaj November 10th, 2022 9:26 PM 0 COMMENTS

UK Telecom Regulator Bets on Satellite Broadband for Future Connectivity

By announcing a new space policy that includes the provision of more spectrum for satellite services, Ofcom, the UK telecom regulator, is supporting satellites to help offer internet to hard-to-reach locations. It's excellent news for the increasing number of low-earth orbit (LEO) operators who are looking to space to provide high-speed broadband that the UK telecoms regulator has quadrupled the amount of spectrum that is available for satellite services in... Read More

Yash Bhardwaj November 8th, 2022 9:40 PM 0 COMMENTS

BIF Says Satcom Industry Reforms will Help in Reducing Costs

The reforms brought by the DoT (Department of Telecommunications) for the satcom (satellite communications) sector is going to help in reducing costs for the companies, said Broadband India Forum (BIF) on Monday. The satcom sector is at the cusp of growth, and it would benefit the industry if the cost of doing business is reduced. Details on the Price Reduction The Network Operations Control Center (NOCC) charges and the removal... Read More

Ria Lakshman December 1st, 2021 4:08 PM 0 COMMENTS

SpaceX’s Starlink Launches 53 More Satellites From Cape Canaveral

Elon Musk’s flagship company SpaceX launched an additional 53 Starlink satellites from Pad 40 of Cape Canaveral Space Force Station today at 7.19 am EST. The 230-foot Falcon 9 rocket successfully vaulted off the pad and delivered the satellites to the low-Earth orbit in about 15 minutes. Weather stood favourable for the launch. According to the U.S. Space Force’s 45th Weather Squadron, mostly clear sky and mild temperatures were reported.... Read More

Chakri K September 30th, 2020 1:53 PM 4 COMMENTS

Nelco and Telesat Partner to Bring Advanced LEO Satellite Network to India

Nelco, one of the fastest-growing satellite communication provider in India, today announced its partnership with Telesat to bring the latter's LEO satellite connectivity to India. Telesat is a leading global satellite operator for over 50 years. Nelco and Telesat will collaborate on terrestrial facilities, commercial distribution and regulatory frameworks to offer Telesat LEO satellite connectivity in India. According to the information available, Telesat LEO will deliver affordable, fibre-like broadband to bridge... Read More