ABS (satellite operator)
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| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Satellite communication |
| Founded | 2006 |
| Headquarters | Dubai, UAE |
Key people | Amit Somani (CEO)[1] |
| Website | www |
ABS is a global satellite operator with its head office in Dubai. Operating 5 communication satellites, the satellite fleet currently covers 93% of the world's population including the Americas, Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East and Northern Asia.[2] The company provides satellite services of data, video and internet services for broadcast, Internet and VSAT users for enterprises, governments and communities with secure and reliable connectivity.
In 2022, ABS underwent a strategic restructuring paving the way for investment-led growth and adaptive business models. With new owners and refreshed executive team,[3][4] ABS entered an exciting new chapter of innovation and leadership.
History
ABS (formerly known as Asia Broadcast Satellite) was established in 2006[5] with major shareholder Citigroup Venture Capital International (CVCI) and the financial backing of Asia Debt Management Capital (ADM). The company acquired its first satellite, a Lockheed Martin Intersputnik 1 (LMI-1), which was renamed as ABS-1.
ABS expanded its fleet (ABS-2,[6] ABS-2A, ABS-3A, ABS-4 and ABS-6)[7] and diversified it satellite solutions and services to meet the growing customers’ needs.
Throughout the years, ABS evolved and increased its customer base globally serving key clients and partners including the US government, major Telcos and MNOs, regional and global satellite service providers, maritime customers and broadcasters.
Services
| Broadcast Services | Data Services | Government | ABSPlus |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadcasting | GSM Backhaul | Government and Military | ABSPlus Teleport |
| Occasional Use (OU) | Broadband Internet and IP Trunking | ABSPlus Video | |
| Direct to Home (DTH) | VSAT Networks | ABSPlus Install | |
| Cable Distribution | VNO | ABSPlus SatOps | |
| Video Contribution | Mobility - Maritime Connectivity | ABSPlus Consult | |
| High Definition (HDTV) | ABSPlus H2H | ||
| Satellite News Gathering (SNG) |
Satellites
| Satellite | Bus | Location | Regions served | Launched |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABS-2 | Loral FS 1300 | 75°E | Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Northern Asia | 2014/2/6 |
| ABS-2A | Boeing 702SP | 75°E | South Asia, Southeast Asia, Northern Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, GCC | 2016/6/15[8][9] |
| ABS-3A | Boeing 702SP | 3°W | Americas, Africa, Europe, the Middle East | 2015/3/2[2][10][11] |
| ABS-4 | Loral FS 1300 | 61°E | GCC and Northern Africa | 2004/3/13 |
| ABS-6 | LM A2100 | 159°E | Pacific Ocean and Eastern Asia | 1999/9/26 |
References
- ^ Henry, Caleb (21 December 2017). "ABS picks Jim Simpson as CEO - SpaceNews.com". SpaceNews.com. SpaceNews.com. Retrieved 24 December 2017.
- ^ a b "Revolutionary ABS-3A Launched". Asia Broadcast Satellite. 1 March 2015. Archived from the original on 17 August 2017. Retrieved 4 March 2015.
- ^ "ABS taps Yahsat Exec Amit Somani for new CEO". Via Satellite. Retrieved 9 September 2022.
- ^ "ABS appoints Ramsey Khanfour as Chief Commercial Officer". Satellite Evolution. Retrieved 1 May 2023.
- ^ "Company Overview of Asia Broadcast Satellite Limited". Bloomberg Business. Bloomberg. Retrieved 28 February 2015.
- ^ "ABS-2 Successfully Launched by Arianespace". absatellite.com. 6 February 2014. Retrieved 6 February 2014.
- ^ "ABS Satellite Fleet Overview". absatellite.com. Retrieved 28 June 2022.
- ^ "ABS All-electric Satellite Arrives Early at Operating Orbit". SpaceNews. 2015-09-10. Retrieved 2022-06-28.
- ^ Clark, Stephen. "Mission events timeline for Falcon 9's launch for ABS and Eutelsat – Spaceflight Now". Retrieved 2022-06-28.
- ^ Clark, Stephen. "Plasma-driven satellites launched from Cape Canaveral – Spaceflight Now". Retrieved 2022-06-28.
- ^ "ABS-3A Satellite Enters Commercial Service". spacewar.com. Retrieved 2022-06-28.