Ligado Networks

Mavenir Successfully Demonstrates Narrowband IoT Non-Terrestrial Network Connectivity on Ligado SkyTerra Satellite Network

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Friday, February 16, 2024
Technology, Mobile, Wireless, Semiconductor, Satellite, Software, Networks, Internet, Hardware, IOT (Internet of Things), Ligado Networks, Internet of things, GBBF, RAN, MSS, Networking hardware, Environmental monitoring, 3GPP, Computer network, UE, NTN, Television

The connection consisted of a 3GPP Rel.17 Narrowband IoT (NB-IoT) Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) data connection deployed over the powerful Ligado SkyTerra satellite network.

Key Points: 
  • The connection consisted of a 3GPP Rel.17 Narrowband IoT (NB-IoT) Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) data connection deployed over the powerful Ligado SkyTerra satellite network.
  • Using a cloud-native NB-IoT Radio Access Network (RAN) solution, the Mavenir NTN service platform was integrated with the Ligado Ground-Based Beam Former (GBBF) over a digital interface, providing an adaptable, high-directivity connection to specific user equipment (UE) on the ground via the satellite link.
  • Adoption of 3GPP-compliant NTN technology enables satellite networks to support devices using mainstream, low-cost chipsets that can also operate on terrestrial IoT networks.
  • We are committed to providing the best solutions and support to help satellite operators realize their future-driven connectivity ambitions.

New Mobile Satellite Industry Association to Advance Global Connectivity for Direct-to-Device and IoT Services

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Friday, February 9, 2024
Carriers and Services, Mobile, Wireless, Networks, Internet, Hardware, Data Management, Consumer Electronics, IOT (Internet of Things), Technology, 5G, Satellite, Other Technology, Telecommunications, NTN, Agriculture, Communication, PJSC, 3GPP, Mobile network operator, Internet of things, Ecosystem, MNO, Ligado Networks, Growth, MSS, Government, Human, Original equipment manufacturer, Safety, MWC, Multimedia, OTT, Aviation, D2D, MSSA, Orbit, VSAT, Communications satellite

Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), Terrestar Solutions , Ligado Networks , Omnispace and Al Yah Satellite Communications Company PJSC (Yahsat) today announced the Mobile Satellite Services Association (MSSA).

Key Points: 
  • Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), Terrestar Solutions , Ligado Networks , Omnispace and Al Yah Satellite Communications Company PJSC (Yahsat) today announced the Mobile Satellite Services Association (MSSA).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240206302925/en/
    Advancing the development of direct-to-device (D2D) and IoT connectivity through an ecosystem of Non-Terrestrial Network (NTN) providers.
  • The non-profit industry association intends to align with 3rd Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) standards to extend terrestrial mobile coverage for both Mobile Network Operator (MNO) and Over-the-Top (OTT) internet services.
  • “Integrating satellite connectivity into consumer mobile devices is a transformative opportunity for the satellite industry.

5G in Defense Research Report 2023: Ultra-Reliable Low-Latency Communications (URLLC) - A Game Changer in 5G Defense

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Society, MEA, Government, NSA, Ultra, USD, NEC, Communication, Networking hardware, LTE, URLLC, Telecommunications, NTT Docomo, Internal affairs, L3Harris Technologies, Ligado Networks, SoftBank Group, SBA, Vital signs, Thales Group, VR, Health, C4ISR, 5G NR, Internet of things, Data-rate units, Artificial intelligence, Ministry, Intelligence, Nokia Networks, Architecture, Computer, Partnership, Unmanned aerial vehicle, 5G, Use, Raytheon Technologies, Torreón, Growth, MIC, KDDI, End user, Mobile phone

Due to a number of factors, the global market for 5G in defense are expanding significantly.

Key Points: 
  • Due to a number of factors, the global market for 5G in defense are expanding significantly.
  • The land 5G in Defense Market's growth is a reflection of the evolving strategic, operational, and technological landscapes of modern ground warfare.
  • Ultra-reliable and low-latency communications (URLLC): The Second largest share of the 5G in Defense Market by network type segment in 2023.
  • Ultra-reliable and low-latency communications (URLLC) is a service category supported by 5G in defense, which offers significant advantages for various industries and applications.

5G in Defense Research Report 2023 - Global Forecast to 2028: Increasing Use of 5G for IoT, Enhanced AR & VR, Advanced Autonomous Systems, and Cybersecurity to Drive Growth - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, January 8, 2024
Defense, Technology, Telecommunications, 5G, Networks, Other Defense, VR, Nokia Networks, URLLC, Computer, Architecture, Partnership, Health, Society, NTT Docomo, MEA, Government, Internal affairs, Unmanned aerial vehicle, L3Harris Technologies, NSA, Ultra, C4ISR, 5G NR, Ligado Networks, USD, NEC, Data-rate units, Artificial intelligence, Ministry, Raytheon Technologies, Torreón, Growth, Communication, Networking hardware, SoftBank Group, SBA, MIC, Intelligence, KDDI, Vital signs, Thales Group, End user, LTE, Mobile phone

Due to a number of factors, the global market for 5G in defense are expanding significantly.

Key Points: 
  • Due to a number of factors, the global market for 5G in defense are expanding significantly.
  • Faster data speeds and lower latency can support AR and VR applications for training simulations and on-the-battlefield data visualization.
  • The land 5G in Defense Market's growth is a reflection of the evolving strategic, operational, and technological landscapes of modern ground warfare.
  • Ultra-reliable and low-latency communications (URLLC): The Second largest share of the 5G in Defense Market by network type segment in 2023.

GTT Announces Executive Team Additions

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023
Government, White, ESG, Level 3, Ligado Networks, GTT Communications, Lumen Technologies, GTT, Engineering, MCI, Organization, Information technology, Management

GTT is also appointing George Kuzmanovski as the company’s chief operating officer, a role he has held on an interim basis over the past 12 months.

Key Points: 
  • GTT is also appointing George Kuzmanovski as the company’s chief operating officer, a role he has held on an interim basis over the past 12 months.
  • Prior to joining GTT, Mr. Keister held a variety of leadership roles in commercial operations, finance and business transformation.
  • Prior to joining GTT, Ms. Green served as the executive vice president and chief legal officer at Ligado Networks.
  • Prior to taking on this role at GTT, Mr. Kuzmanovski served as the company’s senior vice president for Global Service Delivery.

Global Satellite IoT Communications Market Report 2023-2027 with Reviews of the Strategies of 44 Satellite IoT Operators - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Technology, Satellite, IOT (Internet of Things), Innova, AST SpaceMobile, LoRa, Agriculture, Ligado Networks, Internet of things, Research, ROW, Globalstar, Kepler Communications, Inmarsat, Ecosystem, SpaceX, LEO, Telefónica, Growth, Orbcomm, Swarm Technologies, EchoStar Mobile, 3GPP, Consumer electronics, Communications satellite, Renewable energy, Satellite navigation device, Cable television, Mobile phone, Customer service, Astrocast, Eutelsat, Starlink, Earth

This research delves into the satellite IoT connectivity market, examining a comprehensive list of 44 satellite IoT operators, encompassing established providers and emerging LEO smallsat constellations.

Key Points: 
  • This research delves into the satellite IoT connectivity market, examining a comprehensive list of 44 satellite IoT operators, encompassing established providers and emerging LEO smallsat constellations.
  • The global satellite IoT communications sector is experiencing steady growth, with the worldwide satellite IoT subscriber base exceeding 4.5 million in 2022.
  • Notably, the IoT connectivity market has attracted the interest of both established satellite operators and over two dozen emerging initiatives.
  • How will the global satellite IoT market evolve over the next five years?

Viasat and Skylo Technologies Launch First Global Direct-to-Device Network

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
Agriculture, VSAT, Internet of things, Transport, Entrepreneurship, CPO, Wireless, D2D, NTN, Ligado Networks, Original equipment manufacturer, Mobile, Partner, American Standard Companies, Monolithic kernel, Miner, 3GPP, MNO, Mobile network operator, Mobile phone, Communications satellite, Viasat, Inmarsat

CARLSBAD, Calif., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications, and Skylo Technologies, the leading non-terrestrial network (NTN) service provider, today announced the launch of the world's first global direct-to-device (D2D) network. The companies' global infrastructure agreement will, for the first time, allow Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), device makers and chipset manufacturers to take 3GPP Release 17 compliant products to market, within Viasat's global network coverage.

Key Points: 
  • Viasat, Inc. and Skylo Technologies to unlock the potential of direct-to-device (D2D) services for consumers, businesses and governments across the globe
    CARLSBAD, Calif., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications, and Skylo Technologies , the leading non-terrestrial network (NTN) service provider, today announced the launch of the world's first global direct-to-device (D2D) network.
  • Viasat, Inc. and Skylo technologies launch the world's first global direct-to-device (D2D) network.
  • Andy Kessler, Vice-President, Enterprise and Land Mobile at Viasat, said: "Our agreement with Skylo marks a pivotal point for global connectivity.
  • Anton Monk, Vice-President, Wireless Initiatives at Viasat, said: "We are delighted to work with Skylo and our launch partners to deliver a global network, which will unleash the potential of direct-to-device connectivity for all.

Global Satellite IoT Communications Market Report 2023: Satellite IoT Subscribers to Reach 23.9 Million in 2027 - Iridium, Orbcomm, Inmarsat and Globalstar Dominating

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Monday, November 13, 2023
Innova, AST SpaceMobile, LoRa, Agriculture, Ligado Networks, Internet of things, Research, ROW, Globalstar, Kepler Communications, Inmarsat, Ecosystem, Satellite, SpaceX, LEO, Telefónica, Growth, Orbcomm, Swarm Technologies, EchoStar Mobile, 3GPP, Cable television, Communications satellite, Renewable energy, Satellite navigation device, Mobile phone, Customer service, Astrocast, Eutelsat, Starlink, Earth

This research delves into the satellite IoT connectivity market, examining a comprehensive list of 44 satellite IoT operators, encompassing established providers and emerging LEO smallsat constellations.

Key Points: 
  • This research delves into the satellite IoT connectivity market, examining a comprehensive list of 44 satellite IoT operators, encompassing established providers and emerging LEO smallsat constellations.
  • The global satellite IoT communications sector is experiencing steady growth, with the worldwide satellite IoT subscriber base exceeding 4.5 million in 2022.
  • In 2022, the global satellite IoT subscriber base already surpassed the 4.5 million mark.
  • At the end of Q4-2022, the company had 1.1 million satellite IoT subscribers on its own and Inmarsat's networks.

American Tower Names Steven O. Vondran to Succeed Thomas A. Bartlett as President and CEO and Names Eugene Noel as New EVP and President, U.S. Tower Division

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
Professional Services, Data Management, Technology, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Finance, Construction & Property, REIT, NYSE, Bond credit rating, Acquisition, American Tower, Senior, Growth, Executive, Partnership, Sprint Corporation, The Conference Board, Ligado Networks, Observatory on Digital Communication, General counsel, CoreSite, Management

To facilitate the transition, the Board also appointed Mr. Vondran to the role of Executive Vice President, Global Chief Operating Officer for the interim period, effective November 1, 2023 until February 1, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • To facilitate the transition, the Board also appointed Mr. Vondran to the role of Executive Vice President, Global Chief Operating Officer for the interim period, effective November 1, 2023 until February 1, 2024.
  • Eugene (“Bud”) Noel, the Company’s current Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, U.S. Tower Division, will become the new Executive Vice President and President, U.S. Tower Division, effective November 1, 2023.
  • Mr. Bartlett joined American Tower in 2009 as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, and became its Chief Executive Officer and director of the Board in 2020.
  • We will be working closely with Tom, Steve and Bud during the next few months to ensure a smooth and seamless transition.”

SBA Communications Appoints Marc Montagner as Chief Financial Officer

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Technology, Other Construction & Property, Telecommunications, Commercial Building & Real Estate, Mobile, Wireless, Construction & Property, REIT, Morgan Stanley, Endurance International Group, SBAC, TMT, Intelsat, Person, Bank of America, Orange S.A., Sprint Corporation, SBA Communications, SBA, CFO, Ligado Networks, Bank, Nextel Communications, Management

SBA Communications Corporation (NASDAQ: SBAC) (“SBA” or the “Company”) today announced that Marc Montagner, a telecommunications and finance executive with over 30 years of experience, has been appointed as the next Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer of SBA, effective January 1, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • SBA Communications Corporation (NASDAQ: SBAC) (“SBA” or the “Company”) today announced that Marc Montagner, a telecommunications and finance executive with over 30 years of experience, has been appointed as the next Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer of SBA, effective January 1, 2024.
  • Mr. Montagner’s appointment follows the Company’s previously announced CEO succession plan, pursuant to which Brendan Cavanagh, currently the Company’s Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, will succeed Jeffrey Stoops as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2024.
  • “I have strong convictions about the growth opportunities that lie ahead for SBA both in the United States and internationally, and I look forward to working with the team to create value for shareholders and customers.”
    Mr. Montagner served as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Risk Officer of Endurance International, a publicly traded software-as-a-service company, from 2015 to 2021, and as Chief Financial Officer of LightSquared, a satellite communications company, from 2012 to 2015.
  • Mr. Montagner will join SBA on October 17, 2023, as Executive Vice President - Finance prior to assuming the Chief Financial Officer position on January 1, 2024.