28 October 2024
ST Engineering iDirect has been selected for the Phase Two expansion of Indonesia's Satria-1 satellite network.
This follows the successful completion of Phase One, which involved the deployment of ST Engineering iDirect's next-generation hub infrastructure to enable connectivity across the Indonesian Archipelago.
Find out more18 October 2024
Viasat has tested direct-to-device (D2D) satellite connectivity in India for the first time, in collaboration with BSNL, part of a move that aims to expand satellite services for consumer and IoT devices globally.
Viasat detailed that it tested satellite-powered two-way and SOS messaging services on a commercial Android device for attendees at the India Mobile Congress. The messages were sent 36,000km to one of Viasat’s geostationary L-band satellites. Viasat stated that the results demonstrated that satellite services to smartphones are ‘technically feasible’ for Indian consumers and businesses using its satellite network.
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14 October 2024
Telkomsat is partnering with Bhinneka Nusantara Mandiri (BNM) to use capacity from the new Merah Putih 2 satellite to accelerate digital transformation in the maritime sector.
According to Telkomsat, Indonesia's maritime sector has struggled to embrace the digital transformation initiatives seen in other industries. Limited satellite capacity and unstable connectivity have hampered the ability of fishing boats and commercial vessels to leverage reliable, real-time connectivity services.
Find out more08 October 2024
Vaibhav Magow, Vice President, International Division, Hughes Network Systems
In-flight connectivity (IFC) remains rare on Asian-Pacific airlines primarily due to cost. The initial investment in IFC technology can be significant, and many Asian-Pacific airlines might be hesitant to make this substantial financial commitment, especially if they perceive the demand for such services as not yet critical.
Beyond that, implementing IFC requires advanced technology and substantial logistical efforts, including downtime for aircraft installation. Airlines need to devote resources to placing their aircraft into maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facilities to perform the upgrades.
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