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SatTV at CommunicAsia

SatTV will be reporting from CommunicAsia 2008 with a mix of interviews and reviews of the region’s premier communications show. To schedule an interview contact Helen Jameson.

May/June 2008| Volume 6 | Issue 3

1 Editorial

A dynamic show for a dynamic region.

4 Satellite News Review

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

14 High-speed development

Headquartered in Tempe, Arizona, Comtech EF Data develops an assortment of satellite communications equipment deployed in commercial and government applications around the world. Their products optimise satellite links in a variety of applications and their latest product has been developed specifically for in-demand high-speed
applications. Helen Jameson finds out more.

18 Expansion & development

Gascom was established in 1992 by the Gazprom group specifically to develop space systems and to create ground infrastructure for satellite communications. Now, it is a thriving, internationally recognised company just about to replenish its constellation. Helen Jameson speaks to Dmitry Sevastiyanov about Gascom’s upcoming plans for the Asian region and the company’s recent successes.

24 Innovation and reliability

The Orbit Technology Group has been providing state-of-the-art communications solutions for over 50 years. Their in-house development and innovative products have brought them great success. Helen Jameson speaks to Dr. Ehud Netzer, President and CEO of Orbit Technology Group to find out more about the company and the directions in which it is heading.

28 Focused on Asia

Singapore Electronics recently announced the incorporation of iDirect Asia Pte. Ltd as a wholly owned subsidiary. iDirect Asia was established as a result of the Group’s ongoing effort to integrate the satellite communication business and operations of iDirect Asia, located in Singapore, with that of ST Electronics. Helen Jameson speaks to Rajanik Jayasuriya, Vice President Engineering of Singapore Technologies Electronics about the incorporation and plans for the future.

32 A company with vision

Today, THAICOM continues to thrive and innovate providing communications to those even in the most remote areas. Helen Jameson speaks to Patompob Suwansiri, Head of Marketing for THAICOM.

36 Region of the moment

Asia is the region of the moment with a huge market just ready to be tapped and a vast geographical area that cannot be connected by cable or fibre – a perfect market for satellite. Satellite Evolution looks at the movers and shakers of the satellite industry in the Asian region.

46 TV nation?

The broadcast market in Asia is still thriving. With new and emerging technologies and next generation delivery, the broadcast field is as dynamic as ever. Helen Jameson finds out what is hot in Asian satellite broadcasting.

54 Taking IP to new heights

Internet Protocol or IP has sparked a revolution within the communications industry making multimedia a reality. Satellite technology enables these services to be shared by all no matter where in the world they are. Satellite Evolution evaluates the developments in IP in the Asian region specifically.

62 Convergence in action

It’s here again – and this time CommunicAsia and BroadcastAsia will be bigger and better than ever. With increased focus on convergence and synergies between technologies firmly on the agenda, Asia-Pacific’s premier technology event is set to showcase the companies at the cutting edge. Satellite Evolution previews Singapore’s main technology event.