Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Internet Satellite JET Service now offered by SES for France

Leading French company Satellite Services (SES) announced on December 18 that it is now the first ever satellite operator to offer the satellite broadband service called Internet Satellite JET, with download speeds of up to 20 Mbit/s for customers in France, which will be immediately effective via NordNet -- France Telecom-Orange’s satellite broadband affiliate.

The newest service from SES utilizes Ka-band capacity on the SES Astra 2F satellite. Internet Satellite JET also offers VoIP telephony and High-Definition TV from 29.90 euros ($39.40) a month. NordNet uses new generation end-user terminals provided by Gilat Satellite Technologies.

In a statement, SES Broadband Services Managing Director Patrick Biewer said:

"SES is again pioneering satellite broadband services in Europe, being the first operator to offer equal features to terrestrial services and at a highly competitive price. We are convinced that the new Ka-band offer presents a great solution for users in remote locations and will significantly drive product sales in France."

Sunday, December 2, 2012

NewCom deploys satellite broadband for distance learning program in Columbia

Miami-based global telecommunications company NewCom International has partnered with iDirect for the deployment of a satellite-powered distance learning program in Columbia. According to iDirect, which is a subsidiary of VT Systems, the partnership with NewCom will see the latter cover 26 schools in the Nudo de Paramillo Region, north of the South American nation using a iDirect satellite communications platform.
 
The project has gained support from various public and private organizations including the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). NewCom International explained that the project will deliver internet on satellite to more than 4,000 students in isolated regions of Columbia. To compensate for the lack of electricity in the target regions, computers that will connect to the satellite will be powered through solar energy, allowing critical communications services to the region at a more environmental-friendly way.