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Archive for June, 2009

COM DEV sets up subsidiary for AIS services

June 11th, 2009 by

COM DEV International Ltd. has established a subsidiary company, exactEarth Ltd., for the purpose of offering advanced space-based Automatic Identification System (AIS-S) data services to competent maritime authorities around the world.
Other Posts:Shuttle Discovery crew returns home after successful missionChina launches Venesat 1Niogeria, China talk about NigComSat replacement — reportEnd II End Communications Appoints Regional Representative for Southeast Asia and the Middle EastEADS Astrium To Build Hot Bird 10Construction of first Vinasat ground station startedTCS Receives Contract For Satellite Spectrum Management SystemOrbital marks 25th anniversary of company’s founding

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Update: TSAT programme partially scrapped

June 11th, 2009 by

An article published by AP regarding the cancellation of the Transformational Satellite Communications System (TSAT) military satellite programme was inaccurate.
Other Posts:Delay of the day: GPS IIR-16(M)OS/COMET now with capability for remote accessMerrimac awarded US$430,000 Multi-Mix order for military satelliteOrbital names new Executive VP, Space Systems General Manager30 years ago: Voyager 2 launchedMotient/MSV/SkyTerra/TerreStar consolidation INorthrup Grumman To Develop Satellite Communications System For B2Update: Americom satellite to carry military piggyback payload

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Satellite TV Services And Socio-Economic Development

June 11th, 2009 by me

The proliferation of satellite TV services has resulted in socio-economic development of the society. The Increase in revenue generation, Promotion of cultural values and Information dissemination of science and technological advancements are among the numerous benefits of satellite TV services. Many people have been employed directly or indirectly via satellite TV services and government is generating lots of revenue by it. It is my opinion that the critics of satellite TV services should have a rethink and embrace the services of satellite TV stations.

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Chinese Programming From Dish Network

June 10th, 2009 by me

For those who speak the Chinese language, there is not always an easy answer to your satellite TV needs outside of your mother country. This article will give a brief overview of the benefits and shows available through Dish Network Chinese programming, which is truly a great service.

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DIRECTV – Arabic Programming

June 10th, 2009 by me

Review of the DIRECTV Arabic programming available in the United States. Pricing and channel availability for Arabic speaking individuals living in America.

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TSAT programme partially scrapped

June 10th, 2009 by

The U.S. Air Force said it has formally terminated contracts with Lockheed Martin for the TSAT communications satellite system’s ground segment.

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TSAT programme formally scrapped

June 10th, 2009 by

The U.S. Air Force said it has formally terminated contracts with Lockheed Martin for the TSAT communications satellite system.

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Euroconsult predicts huge growth for satellite market

June 10th, 2009 by

Euroconsult has announced that an estimated 1,185 satellites will be built and launched for the period 2009-2018, an increase of about 50 percent compared to the previous decade (1999-2008).

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