O3b MEO

Isotropic Systems and SES GS Complete Milestone Trials to Unlock Next-Gen Connectivity for U.S. Military

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Thursday, June 3, 2021
Entertainment, Defense, Satellite, Technology, TV and Radio, Audio, Video, Other Defense, Spacecraft, Telecommunications, SES S.A., Spaceflight, O3b MEO, O3b, Medium Earth orbit, O3b mPOWER, O3b Networks, SES Government Solutions, SES, Isotropic Systems, SES GOVERNMENT SOLUTIONS, SES, ISOTROPIC SYSTEMS

Over-the-air (OTA) trials conducted at an SES teleport in Port St. Lucie, Florida, also part of phase one, have verified the Isotropic Systems high-performance multi-beam platform meets military requirements to acquire and track SES O3b MEO satellites.

Key Points: 
  • Over-the-air (OTA) trials conducted at an SES teleport in Port St. Lucie, Florida, also part of phase one, have verified the Isotropic Systems high-performance multi-beam platform meets military requirements to acquire and track SES O3b MEO satellites.
  • Phase two trials will test Isotropic Systems latest antenna prototype over links with SES satellites in geostationary orbit (GEO) and medium earth orbit (MEO), demonstrating seamless satellite-to-satellite transitions and a redundant, resilient leap in wartime communications.
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    SES Government Solutions (SES GS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of SES, the leader in global content connectivity solutions.
  • SES GS operates under a proxy board allowing them to provide services through contracts with the U.S. Government, including classified work.

SES Announces EUR 100 million Share Buyback Programme

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Thursday, May 6, 2021
Finance, Satellite, Professional services, Technology, Telecommunications, Spacecraft, SES S.A., Spaceflight, Outer space, Satellites, O3b MEO, O3b, O3b mPOWER

As the leader in global content connectivity solutions, SES operates the world\xe2\x80\x99s only multi-orbit constellation of satellites with the unique combination of global coverage and high performance, including the commercially proven, low latency Medium Earth Orbit O3b system.

Key Points: 
  • As the leader in global content connectivity solutions, SES operates the world\xe2\x80\x99s only multi-orbit constellation of satellites with the unique combination of global coverage and high performance, including the commercially proven, low latency Medium Earth Orbit O3b system.
  • SES\xe2\x80\x99s video network carries over 8,200 channels and has an unparalleled reach of 361 million households, delivering managed media services for both linear and non-linear content.
  • Such forward-looking statements are based on numerous assumptions regarding SES and its subsidiaries and affiliates, present and future business strategies, and the environment in which SES will operate in the future, and such assumptions may or may not prove to be correct.
  • SES, and its directors, officers and advisors do not undertake any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.\nView source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210505006251/en/\n'

SES’s Next-Gen NGSO System Readies for Launch with 8 Initial O3b mPOWER Satellite Ground Stations

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Wednesday, April 28, 2021
Aerospace, Manufacturing, Satellite, Technology, Telecommunications, Spacecraft, SES S.A., O3b mPOWER, Space, Spaceflight, Outer space, O3b MEO, Satellites, O3b, MPower, Communications satellite, O3b Networks

b'SES announced today that it has signed agreements with key infrastructure service providers around the world to build its eight initial O3b mPOWER satellite ground stations.

Key Points: 
  • b'SES announced today that it has signed agreements with key infrastructure service providers around the world to build its eight initial O3b mPOWER satellite ground stations.
  • Construction has already started on these advanced technology satellite ground stations, which will become operational in the second half of this year.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210427006193/en/\nSES\xe2\x80\x99s Next-Gen NGSO System Readies for Launch with 8 Initial O3b mPOWER Satellite Ground Stations (Photo: Business Wire)\nAs previously announced, two of the satellite ground stations are located at Dubbo, NSW, Australia (operated by Pivotel) and Thermopylae, Greece (operated by OTE) .
  • Building on the success of O3b, each of the 11 high-throughput, low-latency O3b mPOWER satellites will deliver high-speed connectivity services from tens of megabits to multiple gigabits per second, providing fibre-like connectivity to customers globally.\nThe O3b mPOWER satellite ground stations have many technically advanced features compared to the existing O3b satellite ground station.

SES Signs MoU with Kazakhstan Government on O3b mPOWER Connectivity Services

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Monday, April 19, 2021
Telecommunications, Satellite, Software, Networks, Internet, Data management, Technology, Mobile, Wireless, Spacecraft, SES S.A., Spaceflight, O3b mPOWER, Space, Outer space, Satellites, O3b MEO, O3b, MPower, MOU, SES-17, SES, JSC RCSC, SES, JSC RCSC

b'The Republican Center for Space Communications (RCSC), a subsidiary of the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry, and SES, the leading global content connectivity solutions provider, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore service agreements for satellite-enabled, high-speed connectivity services using SES\xe2\x80\x99s O3b mPOWER communications system in Kazakhstan to accelerate the Digital Kazakhstan project.\nThis press release features multimedia.

Key Points: 
  • b'The Republican Center for Space Communications (RCSC), a subsidiary of the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry, and SES, the leading global content connectivity solutions provider, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore service agreements for satellite-enabled, high-speed connectivity services using SES\xe2\x80\x99s O3b mPOWER communications system in Kazakhstan to accelerate the Digital Kazakhstan project.\nThis press release features multimedia.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210418005072/en/\nSES Signs MoU with Kazakhstan Government on O3b mPOWER Connectivity Services (Graphic: Business Wire)\nUnder this memorandum of understanding, RCSC will explore utilising SES\xe2\x80\x99s next-generation, high-performance, low-latency constellation scheduled to launch in Q3 2021.
  • The system is capable of delivering dedicated services at multiple gigabits per second with unprecedented flexibility and resiliency, ensuring constant, efficient usage of bandwidth.\nThe parties will also explore creating an in-country gateway for O3b mPOWER.
  • SES has committed to knowledge transfer programmes to advance the digital transformation process of enterprise and government sectors in Kazakhstan.

Amartus Supporting SES with O3b mPOWER Automation

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Thursday, March 18, 2021
Telecommunications, Satellite, Software, Networks, Internet, Hardware, Technology, Mobile, Wireless, Spacecraft, Spaceflight, SES S.A., Outer space, Satellites, O3b mPOWER, Space, MPower, O3b MEO, O3b, Medium Earth orbit, Communications satellite

Amartus is supporting SES with its deep expertise in network automation standards and a proven track record adapting commercial B-OSS software platforms to meet the needs of SESs next-generation non-geostationary satellite orbit (NGSO) constellation called O3b mPOWER.

Key Points: 
  • Amartus is supporting SES with its deep expertise in network automation standards and a proven track record adapting commercial B-OSS software platforms to meet the needs of SESs next-generation non-geostationary satellite orbit (NGSO) constellation called O3b mPOWER.
  • O3b mPOWER is SES's next-generation constellation that operates in the medium earth orbit or 8,000km away from the earths surface.
  • The cooperation between SES and Amartus offers a prime example SES needed support in TMF and MEF telecommunication standards and engaged Amartus for its expertise.
  • Not only do we get to work with the SES team in defining the interfaces part of the O3b mPOWER automation solution, but we are also contributing to its implementation.

SES Publishes 2020 Annual Report

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Monday, March 8, 2021
Data management, Satellite, Technology, Audio, Video, Telecommunications, Mobile, Wireless, Networks, Spacecraft, Spaceflight, SES S.A., Outer space, O3b MEO, Satellites, O3b, Medium Earth orbit, Satellite Internet access, O3b mPOWER

SES has a bold vision to deliver amazing experiences everywhere on earth by distributing the highest quality video content and providing seamless connectivity around the world.

Key Points: 
  • SES has a bold vision to deliver amazing experiences everywhere on earth by distributing the highest quality video content and providing seamless connectivity around the world.
  • As the leader in global content connectivity solutions, SES operates the worlds only multi-orbit constellation of satellites with the unique combination of global coverage and high performance, including the commercially-proven, low-latency Medium Earth Orbit O3b system.
  • SESs video network carries almost 8,200 channels and has an unparalleled reach of 367 million households, delivering managed media services for both linear and non-linear content.
  • The company is listed on Paris and Luxembourg stock exchanges (Ticker: SESG).

SES Networks Transforms Cruise Market Again as Leading Cruise Companies Choose O3b mPOWER for Enhanced Connected Guest Experiences

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Tuesday, February 23, 2021
Data management, Technology, Satellite, Other Technology, Networks, Hardware, Spacecraft, SES S.A., O3b mPOWER, Space, Spaceflight, Outer space, O3b MEO, O3b, MPower, Satellite Internet access, O3b Networks

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210222006011/en/

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210222006011/en/
    SES Networks Transforms Cruise Market Again as Leading Cruise Companies Choose O3b mPOWER for Enhanced Connected Guest Experiences (Photo: Business Wire)
    The advanced connectivity solutions delivered by SES will elevate guest connectivity to provide an ultimate digital immersive experience, enabling more wearable technologies and unlocking more personalised services.
  • This reflects a major trend across the cruise industry and the priorities of leading cruise companies as they prepare to resume sailing.
  • The latest contracts with SES Networks reinforce that SES is the clear market leader within the cruise connectivity segment, having secured significant market share of the cruise companies' mega new-build ship programmes.
  • The new O3b mPOWER system provides the ideal combination of global coverage and low-latency, high-throughput performance for the cruise market, ensuring seamless immersive wi-fi and connectivity experiences.

SES Government Solutions Provides High-throughput Loopback Services to U.S. Department of Defense

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Monday, February 22, 2021
Telecommunications, Satellite, Defense, Internet, Hardware, Contracts, Technology, Mobile, Wireless, Spacecraft, Telecommunications, Spaceflight, O3b MEO, O3b, Communications satellite, O3b Networks, SES S.A., SES Government Solutions, SES

SES Government Solutions (SES GS), a wholly-owned subsidiary of SES, in close partnership with a key U.S. Government customer, designed, developed and is fielding an O3b Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) loopback capability to provide greatly improved mission-critical communications for Department of Defense operations in remote locations in Southwest Asia.

Key Points: 
  • SES Government Solutions (SES GS), a wholly-owned subsidiary of SES, in close partnership with a key U.S. Government customer, designed, developed and is fielding an O3b Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) loopback capability to provide greatly improved mission-critical communications for Department of Defense operations in remote locations in Southwest Asia.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210221005085/en/
    SES Government Solutions Provides High-throughput Loopback Services to U.S. Department of Defense (Photo: Business Wire)
    Using the loopback configuration, U.S. Government customers can take advantage of the high-throughput, low-latency capability without using a commercial gateway.
  • SES Government Solutions (SES GS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of SES, the leader in global content connectivity solutions.
  • Leveraging more than four decades of experience in the government SATCOM market, SES GS offers robust and secure end-to-end satellite communications solutions.

SES Government Solutions to Provide New Portable Maritime Solution

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Friday, February 19, 2021
Satellite, Maritime, Transport, Technology, Telecommunications, Telecommunications, Spacecraft, Satellite Internet access, Satellite broadcasting, Spaceflight, O3b MEO, Broadband, O3b, High-throughput satellite, Communications satellite, O3b Networks, SES S.A., SES Government Solutions, SES

SES Government Solutions (SES GS), a wholly-owned subsidiary of SES, today announced the award of a new portable maritime solution task order against the single-award Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) for Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) low-latency High Throughput Satellite (HTS) services.

Key Points: 
  • SES Government Solutions (SES GS), a wholly-owned subsidiary of SES, today announced the award of a new portable maritime solution task order against the single-award Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) for Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) low-latency High Throughput Satellite (HTS) services.
  • SES GSs solution integrates the O3b MEO system with a portable antenna and is designed to support both portability and freedom of movement.
  • SES Government Solutions (SES GS) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of SES, the leader in global content connectivity solutions.
  • Leveraging more than four decades of experience in the government SATCOM market, SES GS offers robust and secure end-to-end satellite communications solutions.

Viasat Phased Array Antenna Enters Final Testing Phase for SES's O3b mPOWER System

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Tuesday, November 17, 2020
Telecommunications, SES S.A., Satellite Internet access, Spacecraft, Spaceflight, O3b mPOWER, Space, O3b MEO, O3b, MPower, Medium Earth orbit, Phased array

Viasat expects the first phased array prototype for the O3b mPOWER network to be delivered to SES early next year.

Key Points: 
  • Viasat expects the first phased array prototype for the O3b mPOWER network to be delivered to SES early next year.
  • For SES's O3b mPOWER Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) system, the phased array antenna will operate over the full ITU Ka-band spectrum.
  • Now with Viasat entering the final testing phase of its phased array terminal technology, we are another step closer to providing advanced levels of connectivity on a global scale," said Stewart Sanders, Executive Vice President, O3b mPOWER Programme Lead at SES.
  • "The flexibility designed into the Viasat phased array antenna will enable our current O3b constellation of 20 MEO satellites and next-generation O3b mPOWER system to bring reliable, high- speed broadband communications for our government, enterprise and mobility customers."