Satellites

The Smile Architects of Huntersville, NC Announces New Responsive Website

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Wednesday, December 9, 2020

HUNTERSVILLE, N.C., Dec. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The team at The Smile Architects in Huntersville, NC is excited to announce the release of their new hybrid-responsive website: https://www.smilearchitects.com .

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  • HUNTERSVILLE, N.C., Dec. 9, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The team at The Smile Architects in Huntersville, NC is excited to announce the release of their new hybrid-responsive website: https://www.smilearchitects.com .
  • Please take a moment to see how they have evolved and how our new website and app can benefit you."
  • On the new Smile Architects website, patients will find intuitive navigation and improved usability.
  • In addition to working on the new website, the Smile Architects team has been busy implementing new protocols to protect patients and staff from COVID-19.

Orbcomm Introduces New Satellite as an Accessory for Asset Tracking and Monitoring Devices

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Tuesday, December 8, 2020

ORBCOMMs satellite as an accessory features a satellite modem integrated with a state-of-the-art antenna to provide backup satellite connectivity where cellular networks are unavailable or unreliable, including areas with high network congestion.

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  • ORBCOMMs satellite as an accessory features a satellite modem integrated with a state-of-the-art antenna to provide backup satellite connectivity where cellular networks are unavailable or unreliable, including areas with high network congestion.
  • The power-efficient accessory allows messages to be sent during temporary power loss to ensure continuous operations.
  • By connecting the peripheral to a new or existing ORBCOMM asset tracking and monitoring device, transportation customers can cost-effectively add dual-mode connectivity to their fleet management , trailer tracking and cold chain monitoring solutions for increased communication reliability and improved asset visibility and security.
  • For more information about ORBCOMMs new satellite as an accessory offering for enabling cost-effective, dual-mode connectivity on new and existing asset tracking and monitoring devices, please visit https://www2.orbcomm.com/satellite-accessory .

OneWeb Successfully Emerges From Chapter 11, Announces New CEO And Recommences Satellite Launches

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Friday, November 20, 2020

LONDON, Nov. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- OneWeb, the Low Earth Orbit (LEO) broadband satellite communications company, announces its emergence from U.S. Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and achievement of all relevant regulatory approvals.

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  • LONDON, Nov. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- OneWeb, the Low Earth Orbit (LEO) broadband satellite communications company, announces its emergence from U.S. Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and achievement of all relevant regulatory approvals.
  • In connection with completion of the restructuring process, OneWeb is pleased to announce that Neil Masterson has been appointed CEO.
  • Adrian joined OneWeb as CEO in September 2018 and has guided OneWeb through three successful launches, delivering 74 satellites into orbit, and securing priority spectrum use rights for OneWeb.
  • OneWeb is a global communications network powered from space, headquartered in London, enabling connectivity for governments,businesses,and communities.

OneWeb Successfully Emerges From Chapter 11, Announces New CEO And Recommences Satellite Launches

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Friday, November 20, 2020

LONDON, Nov. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- OneWeb, the Low Earth Orbit (LEO) broadband satellite communications company, announces its emergence from U.S. Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and achievement of all relevant regulatory approvals.

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  • LONDON, Nov. 20, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- OneWeb, the Low Earth Orbit (LEO) broadband satellite communications company, announces its emergence from U.S. Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and achievement of all relevant regulatory approvals.
  • In connection with completion of the restructuring process, OneWeb is pleased to announce that Neil Masterson has been appointed CEO.
  • Adrian joined OneWeb as CEO in September 2018 and has guided OneWeb through three successful launches, delivering 74 satellites into orbit, and securing priority spectrum use rights for OneWeb.
  • OneWeb is a global communications network powered from space, headquartered in London, enabling connectivity for governments,businesses,and communities.

Viasat to Accelerate European Broadband Strategy Ahead of ViaSat-3 Satellite Launch; Will Acquire Remaining Stake in its European Broadband Joint Venture, including the KA-SAT Satellite

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Thursday, November 19, 2020

EBI provides fixed and mobile broadband services on a wholesale basis in the European and Mediterranean markets.

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  • EBI provides fixed and mobile broadband services on a wholesale basis in the European and Mediterranean markets.
  • In the initial partnering arrangement, Eutelsat contributed its existing European broadband operations to the wholesale business, including ownership of the KA-SAT satellite and related ground infrastructure.
  • The 51% controlling interest in EBI was acquired for 140M subject to customary net working capital and net debt adjustments.
  • This earlier market roll-out will enable Viasat to build awareness and market knowledge ahead of the European service launch of the ViaSat-3 satellite platform.

Viasat to Accelerate European Broadband Strategy Ahead of ViaSat-3 Satellite Launch; Will Acquire Remaining Stake in its European Broadband Joint Venture, including the KA-SAT Satellite

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Thursday, November 19, 2020

EBI provides fixed and mobile broadband services on a wholesale basis in the European and Mediterranean markets.

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  • EBI provides fixed and mobile broadband services on a wholesale basis in the European and Mediterranean markets.
  • In the initial partnering arrangement, Eutelsat contributed its existing European broadband operations to the wholesale business, including ownership of the KA-SAT satellite and related ground infrastructure.
  • The 51% controlling interest in EBI was acquired for 140M subject to customary net working capital and net debt adjustments.
  • This earlier market roll-out will enable Viasat to build awareness and market knowledge ahead of the European service launch of the ViaSat-3 satellite platform.

TIM Commits to Capacity on EUTELSAT KONNECT and KONNECT VHTS to Expand High-Speed Broadband Delivery

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Wednesday, November 18, 2020

Under the agreement, TIM will purchase the entire Italian capacity on EUTELSAT KONNECT which started operations this month, as well as the vast majority of the capacity covering Italy on the follow-on satellite, KONNECT VHTS, once it enters service.

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  • Under the agreement, TIM will purchase the entire Italian capacity on EUTELSAT KONNECT which started operations this month, as well as the vast majority of the capacity covering Italy on the follow-on satellite, KONNECT VHTS, once it enters service.
  • TIM will have exclusive rights for the distribution of satellite broadband in Italy on these satellites during the entire lifetime of the contract.
  • This multi-year agreement is expected to represent a total contract value of almost 150 million euros for Eutelsat.
  • The KONNECT VHTS satellite will embark the most powerful on-board digital processor ever put into orbit and provide 500 Gbps of Ka-Band capacity over Europe, yet further enhancing the service.

Successful Entry Into Service of EUTELSAT KONNECT Satellite

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Monday, November 16, 2020

Eutelsat Communications (Euronext Paris: ETL) announces the successful entry into service of its new-generation EUTELSAT KONNECT High Throughput Satellite at the 7 East orbital position.

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  • Eutelsat Communications (Euronext Paris: ETL) announces the successful entry into service of its new-generation EUTELSAT KONNECT High Throughput Satellite at the 7 East orbital position.
  • EUTELSAT KONNECT is an all-electric satellite, built by Thales Alenia Space and the first to use Thales Alenia Space's new Spacebus Neo platform.
  • EUTELSAT KONNECT also comes with compelling economics, with a cost per sellable Gbps substantially lower than for existing in-orbit assets.
  • The availability of EUTELSAT KONNECT marks a major step in Eutelsats Connectivity strategy, contributing to making 2021 a turning point in Fixed Broadband.

iKO Media Group Expands Kazakh TV Distribution with HD distribution over MEASAT

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Monday, November 9, 2020

In the most recent upgrade with the channel, iKOMG will be offeringKazakh TV distribution service in HD over the MEASAT-3a satellite.

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  • In the most recent upgrade with the channel, iKOMG will be offeringKazakh TV distribution service in HD over the MEASAT-3a satellite.
  • With HD distribution from iKO, Kazakh TV will be able to offer its channel, including live streaming, in HD quality to all its viewers around the globe.
  • This upgrade to HD for Kazakh TV is part of iKO Media Groups' overall strategy to offer top of the line, advanced services to its client base.
  • iKO Media Group is a boutique end-to-end media service partner for broadcasters and content owners.

Fourth Lockheed Martin-Built GPS III Satellite's On Board Engine Now Propelling It To Orbit

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Friday, November 6, 2020

DENVER, Nov. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The fourth Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT)-built Global Positioning System III (GPS III) satellite is now headed to orbit under its own propulsion.

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  • DENVER, Nov. 5, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --The fourth Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT)-built Global Positioning System III (GPS III) satellite is now headed to orbit under its own propulsion.
  • Following a successful launch earlier this evening, GPS III Space Vehicle 04 ( GPS III SV04 ) separated from its rocket and is now using onboard power to climb to its operational orbit, approximately 12,550 miles above the Earth.
  • In the coming days, GPS III SV04's onboard liquid apogee engine will continue to propel the satellite towards its operational orbit.
  • GPS III SV04 is the latest next-generation GPS IIIsatellite Lockheed Martin designed and built to help the U.S. Space Force modernize today's GPS satellite constellation with new technology and capabilities.