
BIG DATA: First Intelsat EpicNG Satellite Launched
a truly ‘epic’ moment in communication’s history, as we begin a new era of high throughput satellite services for our customers,” said Stephen Spengler, CEO, Intelsat. Intelsat EpicNG is backwards compatible and fully interoperable with Intelsat’s existing satellite fleet and terrestrial infrastructure, allowing customers to use currently deployed network hardware to access the high performance connectivity. The platform’s open architecture allows customers to have control over service offerings and hardware selection, providing differentiation of service

Intelsat, Kymeta Enter Satellite Tech Partnership
steerable, Ku-band satellite antenna solutions for the Intelsat EpicNG high throughput satellite (HTS) platform. The first Intelsat EpicNG satellite is expected to launch in late 2015. Kymeta’s flat and thin satellite tracking antennas will be designed to work with Intelsat’s satellite fleet, providing connectivity in sectors for which traditional antennas are not currently practical or feasible, including the maritime industry. The companies expressed hope that the technology will open new verticals, such as the Internet of Things (IoT), machine-to-machine (M2M) and ground
Astrium Extends Agreement with Intelsat
and advanced communications services to maritime customers around the globe," said Intelsat RVP of Europe and Middle East Sales Jean-Philippe Gillet. "With the need for VSAT connectivity growing among the important maritime segment, Astrium Services can rely on Intelsat's industry-leading satellite fleet to meet the demanding requirements of its customers."