Nov. 6, 2012
iDirect announced that SkyVision Global
Networks Ltd. (SkyVision), a leading global provider of IP
connectivity over satellite and fiber optic systems, has launched a
new iDirect hub and is now offering full Pan-African coverage on
both C-Band and Ku-Band. SkyVision has also upgraded its networks to
iDirect's iDX 3.1 operating software. iDirect is a world leader in
satellite-based IP communications technology.
SkyVision's new iDirect hub is operating
on the Amos-5 Ku-band satellite, which covers southern and
sub-Saharan Africa, and complements SkyVision's existing C-band
coverage for a complete Pan-African network. In addition to its new
hub, SkyVision also owns and operate iDirect hubs in
North America, the
Middle East,
South Africa,
Kenya,
Nigeria, DRC and Zimbabwe.
With iDirect's iDX 3.1 operating software,
SkyVision will deliver a more cost-effective VSAT solution for its
customers. Specifically, SkyVision leveraged iDirect's over-the-air
upgrade capabilities to perform smooth software upgrade to thousands
of sites. SkyVision has also lowered costs on the remote side
through the deployment of iDirect's new Evolution X1 remote, a new
low power, compact, and easy-to-install remote that is ideal for
large-scale deployments.
"We are thrilled to broaden SkyVision's
activities in Africa by providing high quality connectivity to meet
the needs of the rapidly expanding African economy. We have long
relied on the iDirect platform to deliver reliable connectivity to
our customers. The efficiencies of iDX 3.1 and the Evolution X1
allow us to expand our operations further," said Itai Galmor,
Vice President Marketing, SkyVision
"At iDirect, our goal is always to find
ways to help our partners meet the diverse and complex communication
needs of their customers. With the iDX 3.1 release, we reduced costs
and improved efficiency on both the hub and remote side, giving our
partners a solution that allows them to expand their VSAT networks
easily and affordably. We've had a very strong relationship with
SkyVision for many years and are very proud to support their
continued efforts to bring Internet connectivity to Africa."
commented Majdi Atout
Regional Vice President, Middle East/Africa, iDirect
