Lockheed Martin Corp. has been awarded a $312.2 million cost-plus-incentive-fee contract by the U.S. Air Force, the Pentagon announced Dec. 5. Under the contract, Lockheed will provide engineering support for the Air Force’s advanced extremely high frequency satellite program through 2014.
Source: www.govconwire.com
Milsatcom Middle East is a two day conference developed specifically to meet the satellite communications needs of Middle East military, government and security agencies.
It will be an important event for military satellite professionals in the gulf and greater middle east region in the year 2012. A major opportunity for regional governments and defense forces are looking forward to commercial satellite services for their milsatcom needs. This is the only platform for learning more about latest milsatcom trends and meeting with regional defense and government leaders. Hence, it is a absolute must attend for you.
Milsatcom Middle East discusses both technologies and relevant developments in commercial markets which are very critical for Military and Security agencies relying on satellite communications.
Topics of interest:
Examining the evolution of military satellite communications
Understanding the role of commercial satellite industry in future milsatcom operations
Challenges while planning for a joint milsatcom approach for all three services
Meeting the challenges posed by Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Keeping secrets: Network continuity + Transmission Security
World-class speaker line up:
• Dr. Mohammed Al Ahbabi, Center of Excellence, UAE Armed Forces
• Tim Shroyer, Chief Technology Officer, GD Satcom Technologies
• Gerard Donelan, Head of Public Sector Projects, SES
• Christopher Baugh, President, Northern Sky Research
• Hugues LANCRENON, Thales – Defense and Security C4I System Division
• David Moss, Director Government Services, Thuraya
• Dr Leslie Klein, President & CEO, C-COM Satellite Systems
• Martin Jarrold, Director, Global VSAT Forum
Who is supporting the event:
Gold Sponsor: Yahsat
Silver Sponsor: Thales
Session Sponsors: SES, Newtec
Official Supporters: NSR, GVF
At Milsatcom Middle East, you will find answers to the following questions amongst others:
Government, defence and commercial satellite industry leaders will come together in Abu Dhabi at Milsatcom Middle East on 23-24 Jan 2012.
Military satellite communications (milsatcom) has achieved special significance in the past few years. Innovative developments such as improved satellite capabilities, cost effective business models, and heightened security requirements have transformed the sector. This thought-leadership conference comes at a pertinent time and enables governments and commercial organisations to capitalise on changes.
Milsatcom Middle East includes a two day conference highlighting one of the world’s fastest growing Milsatcom markets, where many government and defence organisations are serious about looking at commercial providers for their future milsatcom requirements. This event will connect regional military and security professionals with the commercial military satellite communications industry.
For more information and to book your place please visit milsatcom.me
