Advantech Satellite Networks and O3b Networks Announce Technology Partnership for Cellular Backhaul, Maritime and Defense Sectors
has entered into a technology partnership with O3b Networks, Ltd, a newly
established satellite operator headquartered in Jersey, Channel Islands.
Recognized for pioneering satellite-based DVB standardized communications
technology, Advantech will build features into its SatNet DVB-S2/ACM platform
to interoperate with O3b’s Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) Satellite Constellation,
enabling partners to access O3b’s satellite network.
Given the mobile dynamics of the MEO Constellation, the O3b Networks
system will enable service providers to connect directly to 3G, 4G and WiMAX
cell towers, virtually eliminating the need for major capital expenditure on
backhaul and international backbone trunking. The integration effort will
leverage Advantech Satellite Networks’ widely deployed technologies that
support mobility for applications across the maritime, military or defense
sectors. The software upgrade will feature an automatic satellite beam
switching feature that will allow the SatNet remote to maintain seamless
connectivity from one satellite to the next as they circle the earth five
times daily.
Advantech looks forward to working with O3b in providing solutions that
meet the needs of the developing world. “We believe our customers and
solutions supporting global (DVB-RCS) standards can be paramount in serving
the O3b community,” says
Networks division.
are pleased to have a partnership with a proven satellite communications
leader like Advantech Satellite Networks. We value the expertise they can
bring to our venture, especially since they’ve established an important
platform relied upon by the world’s largest satellite and cellular operators.”
About Advantech Satellite Networks
Advantech Satellite Networks is a wholly owned subsidiary of Advantech
AMT. Advantech Satellite Networks is a leading provider of broadband satellite
communication systems, ground terminals and hub solutions using the
international open standard DVB-RCS. Advantech Satellite Networks’ product and
technology solutions enable two-way broadband access for a wide range of
networking applications ranging from Internet access to more sophisticated
virtual private networks, videoconferencing and Voice-over-IP. Advantech
Satellite Networks is also a provider of military compliant satellite
communications systems for use in DoD-owned teleports and for foreign military
establishments worldwide.
About O3b Networks
O3b Networks is building a new fiber-quality, satellite-based, global
Internet backbone for telecommunications operators (telcos) and Internet
service providers (ISPs) in emerging markets. With deployment scheduled for
late 2010, the O3b Networks system will combine global reach with the speed of
a fiber-optic network. With investment and operational support from Google
Inc., Liberty Global, Inc. and HSBC Principal Investments, the O3b Networks
system will provide telcos and ISPs with a low-cost, high-speed alternative to
connect their 3G, WiMAX and fixed-line networks to the rest of the world. This
will allow billions of consumers and businesses in more than 150 countries to
benefit from high-speed Internet connectivity for educational, medical and
commercial applications. O3b Networks’ headquarters is in
Channel Islands. Ground systems and technical development are managed through
its wholly owned subsidiary in
www.o3bnetworks.com.
For more information, please visit www.advantechsatnet.com.
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SOURCE Advantech AMT