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July/August | Volume 6 | Issue 4

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1 Editorial

On the vertical.

4 Satellite news

A round-up of the latest news.

FEATURES

10 A satellite paradise
When most of us think of Bermuda, we would usually picture an island paradise with a subtropical climate and pink sand but there is a lot more to Bermuda than meets the eye including a thriving base for the satellite industry. Helen Jameson finds out more and also speaks to Bermuda’s Minister for Energy, Telecommunications and E-Commerce, the Hon. Terry Lister, J.P., M.P.

16 A tough solution for a tough job
The oil and gas environment is a tough one. High winds, rough seas, inclement weather mean that communications need to be as robust as possible. Helen Jameson looks into the antenna systems that can withstand this hostile environment to deliver communications 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

22 A common aim
As technology moves on and the communication industry changes and evolves, more and more companies are looking towards satellite as a complement to terrestrial networks. Helen Jameson finds out more.

30 By the industry, for the industry
One of Europe’s leading broadcast shows is back again. IBC provides the perfect forum for the broadcast industry and the opportunity for showcasing, networking and gaining new contacts. Satellite Evolution previews the show.

38 The ultimate flight experience
We will soon be able to cope with those dreaded long haul flights thanks to an innovation by Panasonic Avionics called eXConnect. This system will enable passengers to access all the same communications services as they would on the ground. Helen Jameson finds out more about this exciting development.

44 The Mobile TV tipping point
By this time next year, Mobile TV will have truly arrived in Europe with established mobile companies such as T-Mobile and 3 already offering services and Dublin-based Solaris Mobile launching in Q1 of next year. The question is, are all the pieces in place to make mobile TV a success in the region? Helen Jameson investigates further.

50 Satellite: pushing up profits
The scope for satellite in the retail and banking sectors is enormous. In terms of retail, satellite can maximise the big stores’ profits and help create profits for farmers or entrepreneurs in small rural communities. In banking, satellite will enable those farmers to manage the money they earn regardless of how remotely located they are, to enabling large retail firms to give their customers access to payments methods wherever they are. These are just examples. There are a plethora of reasons to use satellite within the banking and retail sectors.