SINGAPORE – Shenzhen Airlines has selected Cobham’s cockpit connectivity solution and Inmarsat’s next generation SB-S satellite IP platform to equip its Airbus A320 fleet enabling unprecedented visibility into operations through dedicated IP connectivity between the aircraft and the ground. In addition, the airline has received a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) to extend the system to its Boeing 737 aircraft. The innovative Chinese operator has ordered 77 AVIATOR 300D systems … [Read more...] about Shenzhen Airlines rolls out connected cockpit across A320 fleet
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Inmarsat to collaborate with Hellenic Space Agency
Inmarsat, a global leading provider of global mobile satellite communications, has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Hellenic Space Agency (HSA) to allow greater collaboration on research and potential technology development. The agreement was signed on 7 June at the international shipping event Posidonia 2018 in Athens by Inmarsat’s Maritime President Ronald Spithout and HSA Chairman Christodoulos Protopapas. The HSA is mandated by the Hellenic Republic to promote space … [Read more...] about Inmarsat to collaborate with Hellenic Space Agency
Inmarsat signs UN Crisis Connectivity Charter
Inmarsat (ISAT), the world’s leading provider of global mobile satellite communications, is among the signatories to a new United Nations Crisis Connectivity Charter, guaranteeing access to vital communications support as part of humanitarian responses to disaster relief. Inmarsat has signed a contribution agreement with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP), on behalf of the Emergency Telecommunications Cluster (ETC), further cementing its commitment to support global disaster … [Read more...] about Inmarsat signs UN Crisis Connectivity Charter
IoT, robotics and machine learning set to transform the supply chain
Transport and logistics businesses are investing in Internet of Things (IoT)- based smart technologies to help them take advantage of the wealth of opportunities that the Fourth Industrial Revolution offers. This is according to research data collected by Inmarsat, the world’s leading provider of global mobile satellite communications, which reveals that the sector is prioritising IoT, machine learning and robotics to increase efficiencies across the supply chain. Inmarsat’s ‘The … [Read more...] about IoT, robotics and machine learning set to transform the supply chain
Inmarsat and ESA to modernise air traffic management over Europe
Inmarsat, the world’s leading provider of global mobile satellite communications, has signed a major contract with the European Space Agency (ESA) to develop satellite communication services that enable 4D trajectory air traffic management in European airspace from 2020. The Iris programme supports the Single European Skies ATM Research (SESAR) masterplan for next-generation air traffic management, which offers a strategic perspective of the critical developments that are required … [Read more...] about Inmarsat and ESA to modernise air traffic management over Europe
Inmarsat’s SB-S flight deck connectivity solution wins award
Inmarsat, the world’s leading provider of global mobile satellite communications, has received a major international accolade for its next-generation SB-S flight deck connectivity solution at the 2018 Jane’s ATC Awards. An independent judging panel, including representatives from the International Air Transport Association (IATA), International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), Eurocontrol and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), voted SB-S as winner in the Technology category, … [Read more...] about Inmarsat’s SB-S flight deck connectivity solution wins award
