Mobile Viewpoint has integrated Starlink, a satellite-based broadband internet system, as part of its offerings for network connection for sports broadcasting. Starlink, which is still in Beta testing, is engineered by rocket developer and launch service provider, SpaceX, an Elon Musk business. It has launched low orbit satellites around the world for global network broadband […] More
Comcast Cable’s president of consumer services Dana Strong has been appointed as the group chief executive of Sky after current CEO Jeremy Darroch decided to step down. In her new role, Strong will report to Comcast chairman and CEO Brian L. Roberts. At the same time, Darroch, who has been CEO for 13 years, will […] More
Extreme E has chosen Red Bee Media as its satellite distribution network partner. The agreement will see Red Bee Media provide satellite services for the electric off-road racing series, picking up live signals from Extreme E’s production gallery and transmitting them to major broadcasters around the globe via its distribution hub in Hilversum in the […] More
Intelsat was at IBC 2018 showcasing its latest transmission and contribution services, including the CellSat hybrid bonded-cellular/satellite solution (in partnership with Dejero) and the launch of the EpicNG High Throughput Satellite service. In addition, Intelsat highlighted several recent customer wins, including a contract extension for satellite services with Mexico’s Grupo Televisa. During the show, SVG […] More
LiveU is to expand the availability of its hybrid global IP satellite service, which works in combination with its HEVC bonding technology. Increasing the range of options, the new solution – which is based on Eutelsat’s KA-SAT – will allow customers to use satellite or cellular connectivity seamlessly, streamlining both billing structure and workflow. LiveU will […] More
SIS LIVE is ramping up its access to permanent capacity on satellites operated by Eutelsat ahead of what it expects to be a very busy 2012. More
Al Jazeera has invested in several Multimedia Exchange Network over Satellite (MENOS) TV interactive terminals from satellite communication company Newtec to ensure it receives video and data from key sporting events. More
“If there is a single industry where our technology will provide a real bonus, then that is sports,” says David Furstenberg, co-chairman at satellite bandwidth optimisation company NovelSat, whose modulation technology, NS3, claims to increase satellite bandwidth by up to 78%. More
Satellite IRG (sIRG) has announced its first key initiative since the restructure. From an idea mooted some time ago, the organisation is now aiming to have the entire industry on board with carrier ID in time for the 2012 Olympics. More
Luxembourg: In a foundation stone laying ceremony on Tueasday, SES celebrated its €34 million investment in a new state-of-the-art satellite control facilities at its Betzdorf campus as well as in an additional Business Centre. More
