NewSat: Australian Satellites

NewSat ensures $611M funding for Jabiru-1 satellite launch

australiansatellites — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 14:23:22 +1030

NewSat, the biggest independent satellite communications provider in Australia, made a recent announcement that the company has finally secured almost $108 million to meet the remaining requirements of the equity and mezzanine funding for its launch of the Jabiru-1 satellite by middle of 2015. Overall, NewSat has ensured a total of $628.2 million for its new satellite.

The Jabiru-1 satellite, which is known to be Australia’s first ever commercial Ka-band satellite, will be a hybrid Ku- and Ka-band satellite. The satellite is expected to provide coverage across Southeast Asia, the Middle East and North Africa. Lockheed Martin has already commenced the construction for Jabiru and an initial design review has been accomplished. The next stage of the project will be the critical design review.

NewSat has closed various deals, with companies ranging from satellite operators to Pakistani telecommunications companies to the U.S military for capacity on the satellite over the past 15 years. Reports said that the total value of the deals to date is $454 million, and that NewSat is still selling additional capacity on the Jabiru-1 satellite.

Adrian Ballantine, the Australian satellite company’s founder and CEO said that finalizing the funds was an “enormous achievement.”

“Closing the US$611 million funding for the Jabiru-1 satellite is an enormous achievement for our company. It signals the evolution of NewSat into a global satellite operator from a teleport services provider, and is the culmination of hard work and a profitable base business,” Ballantine said in a statement.

NewSat to attend the PTC

australiansatellites — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 15:15:54 +1030

Australian satellite specialist NewSat Ltd will be taking part in one of Asia-Pacific’s largest global event for the telecom industry, the Pacific Telecommunications Council Conference. Now on its 35th year, the PTC 2013 will be held at Hilton Hawaiian Village, Hawaii from January 20 to 23. Next year’s conference will run on the theme “Capacity, Capability, Collaboration” and is expected to draw industry leaders and key organizations from the telecom sector. The four-day event will focus on the changing industry environment, the emerging trends, and the increasing need for companies and organizations to collaborate in the new era.

NewSat’s Americas representative, Diego Paldao, will be attending the PTC ‘13. Mr. Paldao will be open for appointments to discuss the company’s upcoming Jabiru Satellite Program, and share the capabilities of new-generation Ka band satellite capacity. Those interested to meet with NewSat Ltd may send an email to events@newsat.com or call +61 3 9674 4688.

Steve Rich explains Ka band capacity in Africa

australiansatellites — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 15:07:47 +1030

NewSat’s Regional Head Steve Rich explains and explores how Ka band satellite capacity is changing the African telecommunications sector, and supporting the emerging digital economies of the continent. Rich outlines the many advantages of the the new spectrum, which is considered as the next logical step after C and Ku band frequencies reach saturation.

Over the last two decades, demand for satellite capacity has surged as devices like smartphones and tablets, coupled by bandwidth-intensive mobile applications also increase. Ka band satellite technology enables operators and enterprise to take advantage of more powerful backhauling solutions, innovative networking services, and cost-effective network deployments.

Click here to download the Ka band in Africa Whitepaper.

NewSat Ltd invests on iDirect Evolution satellite hub

australiansatellites — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 14:48:10 +1030

NewSat Ltd has purchased iDirect’s Evolution satellite hub as part of its investment in upgrading networks in anticipation for the company’s Jabiru Satellite Program. The first Ka band satellite, the Jabiru 1, is already slated for a 2014 launch.

Aside from the satellite hub, NewSat is also upgrading to the SatManage 5.2 network management software that will enable improved troubleshooting, network management, and overall service quality. The iDirect infrastructure will also streamline and integrate the company’s service portfolio.

NewSat is looking to deliver 7.6 GHz of Ka-band capacity across Australia, South East Asia, the Middle East and North Africa. iDirect’s Evolution platform is the ideal solution for the Melbourne-based company as it supports several frequency bands, market requirements, and satellite architecture. NewSat Ltd is looking to strengthen its tailored voice, video, and data communications services, along with VSAT solutions like cellular backhaul and internet from satellite.

NewSat CEO reviews company’s 2012 performance

australiansatellites — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 15:24:52 +1030

NewSat Founder and CEO Adrian Ballintine summarized the company’s 2012 performance this year in a year-end report featured in Sat Magazine. According to Mr Ballintine, 2012 has been a busy year for the Australian independent satellite communications company, citing record revenue growth, increase in its core teleport business services, and progress in its Jabiru Satellite Program. The company is already looking forward to its transition from a teleport operator to a global satellite operators.

In the year end review, Mr Ballintine highlighted four key points which summarized the company’s 2012 success. First, he shared the successful funding for the Jabiru 1, and the positive impact the project has been generating, especially with the rising demand for satellite capacity. The vessel is already slated for a launch on 2014 through Arianespace, while Astrium is supplying the hardware components for the bird currently being built by Lockheed Martin.

Next, Mr Ballintine shares the Jabiru 2 partnership with MEASAT is finalized. The project will deliver satellite capacity across Papua New Guinea, Timor Leste, and Western Australia. NewSat already has rights to premium orbital slots that will enable the expansion of its coverage.

Third, NewSat Ltd’s teleport business is enjoying record monthly revenues, coupled by significant growth in the Middle East and Asia. Earlier this year, NewSat also reported securing over 300 new teleport contracts across the resource, maritime, construction, and government sectors. The company’s teleport facilities have also received a number of honors from the World Teleport Association for its world-class services and exceptional business results.

Lastly, Mr Ballintine attributed the revenue growth to its loyal global customers enjoying NewSat’s high-value of service. Teleport up-time rates were at a hundred percent during the course of the year and global industries continue to rely on the company’s cutting-edge technology offering flexible services that can be optimized to meet a client’s requirements. NewSat is now looking forward to building new customer-platform for its Jabiru Satellite Program.

At the end of the view, Mr Ballintine expressed his positive outlook for 2013, and cited the success this year to continue with the global satellite communications market staying robust, and the kickoff to the new financial year marker by a huge teleport contract for the Wheatstone Project in Western Australia. The upcoming Jabiru Satellite Program will also strengthen NewSat’s position in high growth markets.

Download the year-end report here

‘NewSat among the Fast Twenty Teleport Operators’ says WTA

australiansatellites — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 15:18:24 +1030

The World Teleport Association has once again recognized Australian independent satellite specialist NewSat Ltd as one of the top teleport operators in the world. In its annual world rankings, NewSat Ltd was included in the top 5 of the “Fast Twenty” list which ranks teleport-operating companies based on year-on-year revenue growth.

The WTA also listed NewSat as top 10 in the Independent Top Twenty of 2012 list, which ranks independent teleport operators based on revenues from all sources. The list excludes companies whose primary business is the owners and operations of its own satellite fleet or terrestrial network.

Last year, the World Teleport Association honoured Newsat Founder and CEO Adrian Ballintine as the Teleport Executive of the Year. During this year’s SATELLITE Conference and Exhibition which was held in Washington, NewSat was also named as a top 3 Finalist in the Independent Teleport of the Year category for its teleports located in Adelaide and Perth.

NewSat’s Jabiru satellite program to strengthen Internet on satellite services

australiansatellites — Mon, 10 Dec 2012 16:19:37 +1030

NewSat’s Jabiru satellite program to strengthen Internet on satellite services :

Australia’s leading independent satellite specialist, NewSat Ltd, has been working hard on the much anticipated Jabiru Satellite Program. The fleet of Ka band satellites are expected to deliver high-throughput capacity and flexible payloads across the globe, with the first of the birds, the Jabiru 1, slated for a 2014 launch.

Check out this short video of the South Australian teleport...

australiansatellites — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 13:08:38 +1030

Check out this short video of the South Australian teleport operated by NewSat Ltd. The facility is a Military Accredited Global Access Point supported by a 24 x 7 x 365 on-site Network Operations Centre made up of a responsive account manage team that ensures services are always reliable, and that a client’s business is protected. The Adelaide teleport also delivers C and Ku band coverage to military personnel in the Middle East, providing stable mission critical communications require for the deployment of crucial applications including VoIP, rapid tracking terminals, and private secure networks.

Slideshow: Annual General Meeting @ Westin

australiansatellites — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 16:53:09 +1030

Slideshow: Annual General Meeting @ Westin:

Check out this slideshow of last Thursday’s Annual General Meeting, held at the Westin in Melbourne.

During the Annual General Meeting, a Satellite Communications...

australiansatellites — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 16:50:15 +1030

During the Annual General Meeting, a Satellite Communications Trailer was on display outside the Westin. The system is a powerful mobile satellite communications tool which can deployed anywhere, anytime, to establish high-speed and reliable internet from satellite connection.

The system is ideal for mining companies with remote mining sites, and even disaster recovery teams needing emergency communications links.

Annual General Meeting 2012

australiansatellites — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 16:28:00 +1030

NewSat held its Annual General Meeting last Thursday, November 29 at the Westin in Melbourne. The focus of the meeting was the upcoming launch of the Jabiru-1 come 2014. The company also presented its financial highlights - in particular the increased revenues in core teleport services - the successful fundings for the Jabiru Satellite Program, and the outlook for NewSat in the coming years. A satellite communications trailer was also on display outside the Westin, showcasing NewSat’s mobile satellite services.

Adrian Ballintine for the Business Spectator NewSat’s CEO and...

australiansatellites — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 15:16:09 +1030

Adrian Ballintine for the Business Spectator

NewSat’s CEO and Founder Adrian Ballintine was interviewed by the Business Spectator’s Alan Kohler regarding the company’s progress and transition from teleport service provider to global satellite operator. Mr. Ballintine discussed the Jabiru Satellite Program, a fleet of Ka band satellites that will deliver new capacity across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. The program is expected to strengthen NewSat’s VSAT services, including cellular backhaul deployments and internet from satellite solutions.

Click the photo above to watch the interview.

AfricaCom Summit 2012 NewSat joined other satellite operators in...

australiansatellites — Fri, 23 Nov 2012 16:45:08 +1030

AfricaCom Summit 2012

NewSat joined other satellite operators in Cape Town to discuss how Ka band satellites can be applied in the changing telecommunications industry of the continent.

Click the photo to check out more.

Jabiru satellite program to deliver more powerful satellite internet services

australiansatellites — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 16:08:36 +1030

NewSat’s Jabiru Satellite Program is set to deliver more powerful satellite broadband solutions not only for rural clients, but also to enterprise customers and government projects like nationwide broadband networks. The fleet of Ka band satellites are a new generation of birds that can deliver high-throughput capacity, and more efficient support for bandwidth intensive applications. NewSat Ltd has already schedule the first satellite of the fleet, the Jabiru 1, for a 2014 launch. Once in orbit, it will become Australia’s first fully owned commercial satellite, delivering new capacity across the Middle East, Australia, Asia, and Africa. Enterprise customers will benefit from this project, and could take advantage of the Ka band satellites for various applications like satellite internet, Voice over Internet Protocol, and even video and voice conferencing.

Government and military sector turning to Ka band

australiansatellites — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 16:47:51 +1030

Ka band satellites are the next logical step for the satellite communications market. Providing greater capacity to support a range of communications solutions, the Ka band technology can deliver high-throughput capacity to military personnel requiring reliable and secure networks especially in volatile regions.

Unlike terrestrial networks which are prone to damages in conflicts, satellite communications solutions can be delivered anywhere, providing remote connectivity that works now only for military operations, but also business-related endeavors by industries with remote sites like mining.

NewSat Ltd is banking on its Jabiru Satellite Program to help meet the growing demand for satellite capacity. Its next generation ka band satellites will become Australia’s first independently owned commercial satellites covering the Middle East, parts of Asia, and Africa where demand for the technology has been growing over recent years.

Read the feature on NewSat via MilSatMagazine

When it comes to mobile communications, choose NewSat’s...

australiansatellites — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 15:59:49 +1030

When it comes to mobile communications, choose NewSat’s Satellite Communications Trailer. With its robust design made for off-road endurance, the VSAT trailer is a powerful mobile communications unity that can deliver high speed wireless networks even in the most remote of regions.

Check out this video of the Adelaide Teleport in South...

australiansatellites — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 17:03:43 +1030

Check out this video of the Adelaide Teleport in South Australia. The world-class facility is served by a Network Operations Centre that runs all year round to deliver the necessary support to clients and ensure interference are not merely minimized, but also avoided.

NewSat @ AITEC Last month, NewSat’s Regional Head for Africa,...

australiansatellites — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 15:20:19 +1030

NewSat @ AITEC

Last month, NewSat’s Regional Head for Africa, Steve Rich, attended the AITEC East Africa ICT Summit 2012. The event, which was held at the Oshwal Centre, Westlands Nairobi looked into the emerging IT-based economies of Africa and the four focus areas of ICT-empowered services, cloud computing, data security, and mobile applications.

Over the years, the rise of intelligent infrastructure in the region have also contributed to an increased demand for satellite capacity. NewSat’s Jabiru Satellite Program, which aims to launch Australia’s first independently-owned commercial satellite, is expected to deliver high-power Ka band capacity across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. Backhaul applications and other communications services will soon rely on the Ka band technology because it offers satellite capacity at an attractive, cost-effective level. VSAT systems in particular will enjoy increased mobility through the new spectrum.

Above are photos from the event. You can read more about NewSat’s participation, here.

SATCON 2012: The Satellite Communications Conference & Expo

australiansatellites — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 16:02:56 +1030

November 14-15
Javits Convention Center, New York City

SATCON 2012 will bring together key organizations and industry leaders from the telecom, media & entertainment, government, military, and enterprise sectors to discuss satellite-enabled communications and content delivery. Over 70 speakers will deliver lectures and keynote tackling the emerging technologies and challenges in the satellite sector, while exhibitors showcase a number of innovations that would help answer the rising demand for satellite capacity.

NewSat will be taking part in this special event which offers a host of business and networking opportunities. Senior Director Diego Paldao will be at SATCON to discuss the company’s Jabiru Satellite Program. If you would like to meet with Mr. Paldao, send an email to diego.paldao@newsat.com or call +1 571 346 7610.

NewSat Australia featured in The Australian The broadsheet The...

australiansatellites — Thu, 08 Nov 2012 15:21:00 +1030

NewSat Australia featured in The Australian

The broadsheet The Australian published a special section on an in-depth review of the country’s satellite industry last October 29. The issue examined the emerging players in the satellite communications sector, along with the new technologies being developed to keep the industry globally competitive. The report also included expert opinion on the changing market, career opportunities, a history of satellites, as well as the policies that could affect the future of satellite communications in Australia. Just last month, the Federal Government looked into a new national space policy, the Satellite Utilisation Policy, which focuses on satellite technology instead of space activities.

NewSat Ltd was also featured in the issue. James Dunn reported on the company’s present services to military personnel in the Middle East, and the progress of its Jabiru Satellite Program which aims to launch Australia’s first independently-owned commercial satellite.

Download a copy of The Australian by clicking here