SES and Gilat to Launch Hybrid Broadband Solution in Asia
May 30 2016 - 5:44AM
SES (Euronext Paris and Luxembourg Stock Exchange:SESG) and Gilat
Satellite Networks Ltd. (NASDAQ:GILT) (TASE:GILT), a worldwide
leader in satellite networking technology, solutions and services
announced today that they are partnering to launch the SES
Enterprise+ Hybrid Broadband in Asia powered by SkyEdge II-c Libra.
The hybrid broadband innovative solution comprising SES-9’s
capacity and Gilat’s SkyEdge II-c Libra hybrid terminal will enable
customers to deliver cost effective broadband internet connectivity
to underserved areas and improve download speeds.
Customers will be able to integrate SES’s satellite network for
download traffic with their existing terrestrial network for upload
traffic. The service is provided through Gilat’s hybrid terminal
which uses the existing network for the return channel and allows
the download via SES’s satellite.
The solution will offer download speeds of up to 20 Mbps and is
ideal for mobile network operators who want to offload their
congested traffic networks and offer higher data rates, as well as
for DTH providers who want to venture into the triple play of
Internet, television and telephony.
“We believe the satellite-cellular-terrestrial hybrid approach
represents a huge opportunity in Asia,” said Ferdinand Kayser,
Chief Commercial Officer at SES. “DTH providers will be able to use
their existing satellite infrastructure and distribution channels
to offer triple-play services to improve customer loyalty and
reduce churn. In addition, MNOs can offer the hybrid broadband
service leveraging their cellular networks and boost them with more
capacity, thus significantly improving broadband penetration to
underserved areas.”
“We are excited to be partnering with SES again on our novel
satellite-cellular hybrid initiative,” added Ron Levin, Director of
Strategic Accounts at Gilat. “The endorsement of one of the world’s
largest satellite operators is testament to our innovative
technology.”
Gilat and SES will be launching the hybrid initiative in Asia at
CommunicAsia 2016, May 31-June 3, 2016 at Marina Bay Sands in
Singapore. See SES at #1R2-01, Hall C, Level 1 or Gilat at
Hospitality Suite Heleconia 3510.
About SESSES (Euronext Paris and Luxembourg
Stock Exchange: SESG) is a world-leading satellite operator with a
fleet of more than 50 geostationary satellites. The company
provides satellite communications services to broadcasters, content
and Internet service providers, mobile and fixed network operators
and business and governmental organizations worldwide.
SES stands for long-lasting business relationships, high-quality
service and excellence in the satellite industry. The culturally
diverse regional teams of SES are located around the globe and work
closely with customers to meet their specific satellite bandwidth
and service requirements.
SES holds a participation in O3b Networks, a next generation
satellite network combining the reach of satellite with the speed
of fiber.
Further information available at: www.ses.com.
About GilatGilat Satellite Networks Ltd
(NASDAQ:GILT) (TASE:GILT) is a leading provider of products and
services for satellite-based broadband communications. Gilat
develops and markets a wide range of high-performance satellite
ground segment equipment and VSATs, with an increasing focus on the
consumer and Ka-band market. In addition, Gilat enables
mobile SOTM (Satellite-on-the-Move) solutions providing
low-profile antennas, next generation solid-state power amplifiers
and modems. Gilat also provides managed network and satellite-based
services for rural telephony and Internet access via its
subsidiaries in Peru and Colombia.
With over 25 years of experience, and over a million products
shipped to more than 90 countries, Gilat has provided enterprises,
service providers and operators with efficient and reliable
satellite-based connectivity solutions, including cellular
backhaul, banking, retail, e-government and rural communication
networks. Gilat also enables leading defense, public security and
news organizations to implement advanced, on-the-move tactical
communications on board their land, air and sea fleets using
Gilat's high-performance SOTM solutions. Gilat controlling
shareholders are the FIMI Private Equity Funds. For more
information, please visit us at www.gilat.com
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OrenDoreetO@gilat.com
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