March/April | Volume 5 | Issue 2

1 Editorial

All things must pass.

4 Satellite News Review

Satellite Evolution EMEA offers a round-up of the latest satellite industry news.

14 Spotbeams

Vessels return home; Turning to the private sector; Transponder supply; and Hear the latest.

20 GVF Column

The widely anticipated ‘Oil Peak’ is thought by some to be with us right now. But, whatever the accuracy of such assessments, what is certain is that both oil and gas exploration and production sectors will continue for some time to call upon the telecommunications sector to provide and deploy the most cost-effective and reliable applications solutions all around the world. Martin Jarrold, Chief, International Programme Development, GVF reports.

22 The Past, the Present & the Future

In 1982, when cameraman Bernard Hesketh first used an electronic camera to capture events in the Falklands war instead of on film, it was clear that a new form of newsgathering was going to change the world of journalism. Electronic News Gathering (ENG) was to be a turning point. Helen Jameson reports.

26 Africa: The Role of Satellites

The ‘Digital Divide’ has been viewed as one of the main stumbling blocks hindering Africa’s development. The combination of rural and isolated communities, lack of access to ICTs, and regulatory obstacles have prevented the widespread use of the Internet, telephone and other services essential to development. Helen Jameson reports.

30 Leader of the Pack

Following a very successful year in 2006, this year looks to be even better for Arianespace. Jean-Yves Le Gall, CEO, Arianespace talks to Richard Hooper and explains why the company is so successful.

34 Building Stars

Giovanni Verlini, Editor of Satellite Evolution EMEA, takes a look at the latest developments in the satellite manufacturing sector.

42 An Institutional Business

Giovanni Verlini, Editor of Satellite Evolution EMEA, talked with Dr Denis Curtin, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of XTAR.

44 The Sun is Shining

Giovanni Verlini, Editor of Satellite Evolution EMEA, reports from the Satellite 2007 Conference and Exhibition, an event that traditionally sets the tone for the year ahead in the global satellite industry.

52 A Look at the Latest Titles

Mark Williamson, independent space technology consultant, reviews books of interest to the space professional. Its policy is one of impartiality and honesty, so if a book has failings we believe should be brought to the attention of potential purchasers, we will do so. On the other hand, if it is useful, informative and entertaining, we will say so. In this way, we hope to provide a useful service to our readers.

55 SatTV listings

Complete Channel listings for SatTV. Discover a wealth of content from audio interviews to an overview of ITU Telecom World 2006.