Gilat reveals its new SkyEdge 2-c VSAT solution supports Ka-band connectivity

Gilat Satellite Networks recently unveiled its new SkyEdge 2-c Internet connectivity solution, a VSAT system which supports Ka-band and Ku-band Internet from satellite services for both consumer and enterprise applications.

The SkyEdge 2-c system employs an array of new features and capabilities, including self-installation of its Ka-band VSAT kit. Its operators can start small and grow their services to match increasing demand thanks to scalable architecture. In addition to delivering business flexibility, the Gilat solution also allows operators to customize Internet broadband services while ensuring prices remain competitive.

Gilat has recently been reinvesting in its business segments and its initiatives in Ka-band and satellite-on-the-move. The Company won its first Ka-band VSAT order in September 2012. Following the successful launch of SES's Astra-2F satellite and the resulting consumer rollout of SES Broadband Services (SBBS) Ka-band satellite broadband, a larger European ISP had ordered several thousand self-installed customer premise equipment modeled on the SkyEdge 2 Aries unit. With these VSAT systems, European households will be able to access Internet from satellite, video, and Voice-over-IP services.

Spacenet Inc. wins broadband, VSAT contract with delivery service organization

Spacenet Inc. won a 5-year base contract to enhance and deliver broadband and VSAT network connectivity to more than 5,700 locations served by a global delivery service organization.

Worth more than $20 million, the contract is set for a base performance period of 5 years. It also has an option to maintain Spacenet's services for up to three additional three-year periods.

The delivery service organization seeks to use cost-effective broadband options at each of its geographically disparate locations to reduce overall operating costs and improve user experience.

Its contract with Spacenet calls for broadband connectivity to be provided to more than 1,900 sites. In addition, Spacenet will install VSAT satellite terminals at an additional 3,800 sites.

Spacenet is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Gilat Satellite Networks Ltd. It has delivered a variety of managed network services to companies like the unnamed delivery service organization for more than ten years. Its broad portfolio of broadband and VSAT network offerings, industry relationships, and technology-neutral approach allows Spacenet to provide the right solution for the unique needs of each individual site, including those sites located outside terrestrial networks.

Astrium renews satellite capacity agreement with Intelsat

Astrium Services and Intelsat S.A. have renewed a multi-year agreement for C-band satellite capacity used by Astrium's customers in the business and maritime VSAT sectors.

Intelsat will draw C-band capacity from its Intelsat 907 satellite to ensure data connectivity and voice communication for passengers and operational purposes. This satellite capacity will be used by Astrium's new Business Communications unit to deliver high bandwidth to C-band customized VSAT users, as well as providing satellite broadband and expanded capabilities to customers in the cruise, ferry, and offshore markets.

The renewed capacity allows maritime customers to keep on integrating new services aboard their vessels and improve the efficiency of their operations through the addition of new technology. It will also allow cruise and ferry operators to offer Wi-Fi connectivity throughout their vessel for the simultaneous use of multiple passengers.

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