France 24 has signed a distribution agreement with satellite operator AsiaSat, making its English channel available in HD via AsiaSat 5.France 24 English HD is currently available exclusively in the Asia-Pacific region and this launch marks an important new step in the channel’s development. This agreement reinforces the attractiveness of the channel for cable operators, DTH and IPTV as well as for major hotel chains. Thanks to recent distribution deals in South Korea and the … [Read more...] about France 24 HD in Asia
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BICS and Eutelsat team up
Brussels, Paris - BICS, a global wholesale carrier for voice, mobile data and capacity services, announced the launch of its on-demand connectivity solution for African telecom operators, in partnership with Eutelsat, a world-leading satellite operator. Using BICS’ RouteFlex, the joint solution allows mobile operators and service providers to raise the bar of network availability and manage surges in bandwidth needs in challenging environments. Robust backup capacity is vital in countries … [Read more...] about BICS and Eutelsat team up
Nine Network Australia selects Intelsat
Luxembourg - Intelsat announced a contract with Nine Network Australia to distribute programming to the company’s six domestic television stations as well as provide global satellite and fiber connectivity using the IntelsatOne terrestrial network to bring news content and special events from around the world to Australia for its network affiliates. Nine Network Australia (NNA) is one of the country’s top-rated commercial television networks, with local stations in Sydney, … [Read more...] about Nine Network Australia selects Intelsat
4K UHD – Getting from Risk to Reward
The advent of 4K UHD content brings new opportunities for operators along with a number of challenges in terms of costs, compatibility and compliance. Before discussing these, however, it’s important to note that the terms Ultra HD (UHD) and 4K have been used interchangeably by TV makers, broadcasters, the media, and as a result, consumers. While they are not the same, 4K appears to have caught on as the de facto term for both. What’s often lost in the discussion is that the UHD specification … [Read more...] about 4K UHD – Getting from Risk to Reward
Thai government desires for its own satellite
Thailand - Thailand’s government wants its own communications satellite, and has appointed Thammasat University’s Research & Consultancy Institute to conduct a feasibility study. Currently there is a fleet of Thaicom satellites, owned and operated by Thaicom Public Co. Ltd., largely backed by Shinawtra Computer & Communications Co., but Thailand’s government is examining whether it should finance its own satellite/s. Thaicom leases capacity (of some 6.5 transponders) to the government … [Read more...] about Thai government desires for its own satellite
Intelsat 36 takes off
Luxembourg - Intelsat S.A. (NYSE: I), operator of the world’s first Globalised Network, powered by its leading satellite backbone, announced the successful launch of the Intelsat 36 satellite. Intelsat 36 was launched from French Guiana aboard an Ariane 5 launch vehicle. Built for Intelsat by Space Systems/Loral (SSL), Intelsat 36 is designed to enhance Intelsat’s media neighbourhoods [q24p- serving Africa and the Indian Ocean regions. The Ku-band payload was built to support MultiChoice, the … [Read more...] about Intelsat 36 takes off
