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A Soyuz 2-1b failed to launch Russia’s dual-use Meridian 5 communications satellite and crashed back to Earth. Fragments of the ascent unit have been found in the Novosibirsk region. So far, there have been no reports of any injuries or serious damage. The rocket lifted off from Plesetsk, Russia, on 23 December at 1208 UTC.Other Posts:Northrop Grumman Delivers Advanced EHF Payload ModuleHispasat receives award for best regional operator 2007Cable TV 101: Building Relationships To Your CustomersMobile TelevisionGlobalstar accepts first three new satellitesIntegral Systems CEO resigns after less than a year in officePiracy Issues in Satellite TVWorldView-1 images commercially available

Arianespace is readying the first Ariane 5 for launch in 2012 from French Guiana following delivery of this heavy-lift workhorse by its industrial prime contractor, Astrium.

A Proton M/Briz M is to launch SES-4 on 26 December, 1841 UTC from Baikonur, Kazakhstan.

ITT Exelis (formerly EDO Corp.) has received an additional US$3.2 million award to produce satellite-based sensors that help measure precipitation around the world.

Solaris Mobile Ltd., the Dublin based operator of hybrid satellite and terrestrial wireless networks across Europe, announced that Matt Child is assuming the role of Chief Executive to succeed Steve Maine who is leaving the company to pursue other professional interests.

Rocket: Soyuz-FG; Payload: Soyuz TMA-03M [Soyuz 29S]; Date: 21 December 2011, 1316 UTC; Launch site: Baikonur, Kazakhstan. The manned transport spacecraft was accurately placed on the target orbit for another mission to the International Space Station.Other Posts:ND Satcom Boosts Romanian PositionBasketball Fan? Get Your Fix With Satellite TelevisionHow to Get Satellite TV in Your Condominium – Step by Step InstructionsFrench Navy Forms Team To Supply Satellite Broadband For AircraftNewsat announces plans to launch Australian satelliteShuttle Launch postponedEchoStar Communications Corporation results Q2 2006MDA Shareholders approve proposed sale transaction

SES Government Solutions (SES-GS) announced that the Commercially Hosted Infrared Payload (CHIRP), hosted on the SES-2 satellite launched in September, has successfully completed initial on-orbit testing and has begun its demonstration period.Other Posts:SES secures EUR523 million export credit funding facilityThe DirecTV Group Inc. results Q1 2010Alliant Techsystems, Inc. results FY 2011XM, Sirius extend merger agreement for the second timeLockheed Martin delivers SBIRS-GEO flight softwareRecent solar outburst produced record amount of radio noiseHigh Definition Satellite Dish TVWho Knew There Were So Many Satellite Sports Packages?

The last six primary mirror segments and the secondary mirror that will fly on the Northrop Grumman Corporation – built James Webb Space Telescope have passed their final cold test. The company is leading Webb design and development for NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center.Other Posts:Story Of Satellite TelevisionAmazonas-2, SATCOMBw-2a pre-launch detailsDigital Satellite TV – The AdvantagesInmarsat prepares for satellite relocationMastering the Kitchen With Satellite TVChina launches latest IGSO navigation satelliteGet a Lot For Your Money With Satellite TVFCC clears Intelsat sale