Rocket Lab USA has successfully completed its 52nd Electron rocket launch, deploying a satellite for Capella Space into low Earth orbit. The mission, titled “A Sky Full of SARs” in reference to the synthetic aperture radar (SAR) capabilities of Capella’s…
Gilat adds SCPC offering to its modem
Gilat Satellite Networks, a satellite networking technology company, has announced that its next-generation SkyEdge IV Aquarius modem now includes support for single channel per carrier (SCPC) mode. The SkyEdge IV Aquarius Pro modem is engineered to deliver ultra-high performance across…
Viasat’s satellite enters into commercial operation
Viasat has announced that its ViaSat-3 F1 (VS3 F1) satellite has entered commercial service, now available for aviation customers operating across North America, including routes to Hawaii. This milestone follows a period of testing and live trials conducted during the…
Satellite IoT market will reach 26m connections, according to ABI
According to ABI Research, the satellite IoT market is undergoing a significant transformation, spurred by cutting-edge technological advancements and a growing demand for global connectivity. The satellite IoT market is expected to exceed 26 million connections and reach a market…
Ground Control integrates Videosoft for remote video surveillance
Ground Control, satellite and connectivity specialists, has now incorporated Videosoft into its suite of solutions for remote video surveillance, catering to multiple sectors where efficient video streaming over low bandwidth is essential for remote operations. While primarily designed for security…
Research from Juniper Research shows satellites will increase 150%
A recent study by Juniper Research indicates that the number of satellites capable of supporting IoT connectivity will increase by 150% over the next five years. The report projects a rise from 10,000 satellites in 2024 to over 24,000 by…
Skylo joins forces with Particle to streamline satellite development
Skylo Technologies has joined forces with Particle, an Edge-to-Cloud infrastructure provider for the IoT, to streamline satellite connectivity, management, and deployment for developers. By integrating Skylo’s satellite connectivity with Particle’s IoT platform, developers gain access to a comprehensive multi-radio solution,…
Myriota announces move into Surrey Research Park, UK
Australian satellite technology company Myriota is expanding its global footprint by opening a new UK office at Surrey Research Park in Guildford. This strategic move into one of the UK’s innovation communities marks a significant milestone in Myriota’s mission to…
NIGCOMSAT partners with BON to use satellite technology
NIGCOMSAT, Nigeria’s satellite communication infrastructure provider, has entered into a strategic partnership with the Broadcasting Organisation of Nigeria (BON) to offer uplink services via the NIGCOMSAT satellite network. This collaboration, set to last for three months, aims to enhance the…
Avanti builds resilience for South African banks with satellites
Avanti Communications, a global provider of multi-orbit integrated connectivity services, has successfully conducted a satellite connectivity test in collaboration with BankservAfrica, Africa’s largest automated clearing house, and Capitec Bank, one of South Africa’s top retail banks. This successful test signifies…
