Melville, United States – Comtech tested and validated 5G connectivity over a satellite network in Greece, in collaboration with Cloud Signals, Hellas Sat, and a mobile network operator (MNO).
During the demonstration, a commercial 5G node was connected to the MNO’s 5G testbed network and relayed over a satellite link provided by the Hellas Sat.
“This demonstration showcased our ability to easily blend satellite and terrestrial technologies to deliver 5G capabilities to remote areas that are unconnected or underserved by traditional terrestrial and wireless infrastructures,” says Ken Peterman, president and CEO, Comtech. “By working with Cloud Signals, Hellas Sat and the leading MNO, we were able to deliver a wide range of 5G satellite-enabled services, which can create incredible value for customers across Greece and bridge the digital divide in disconnected parts of the world.”
Comtech’s technology management was an enabler for this demonstration, which included its ELEVATE very small aperture terminal solution that delivered high speed backhaul services for the 5G satellite-based connection.
“After observing a real need for providing 5G network onboard commercial and government maritime vessels, we are delighted to showcase that it can work by successfully transporting, via satellite, an end-to-end live 5G stream with the help of our partners,” says Christos Papachristos, CEO, Cloud Signals. “What remains to be done is a commercial cooperation and a market launch for our service.”
Cloud Signals practices in the development of space technologies and is based in Athens, Greece.
“Satellites play an essential role in helping MNOs serve customers in remote and underserved areas, being a flexible, cost-efficient, scalable, and reliable solution for delivering communication services. In collaboration with our partners, using our Hellas Sat 3 satellite at 39o East, we demonstrated the substantial impact of satellite communications in the advancement of the 5G infrastructure,” says Christodoulos Protopapas, CEO, Hellas Sat.
Hellas Sat is a satellite services provider that owns and operates satellites delivering services in Europe, the Middle East, and Southern Africa.
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