The purchase of hub will enable DigitalSkys to build the next generation IP networking platform with services aimed at Europe, Middle East, Africa, India, and Australia. The hub will be based at CYTA (Cyprus Telecommunications Authority) teleport in Cyprus with direct links to London. The initial service will be offered on NewSkies NSS6 and NSS7 satellites, which will allow for true global coverage.
DigitalSkys will partner with IP Access International (IPA), a leading independent provider of wireless voice, video, and data. IPA and DigitalSkys will combine networks giving them global coverage. "This partnership will provide our customers with a very robust network and allow us to roll out numerous product into the EMEA markets" said Bryan Hill, President of IP Access.
"We are very excited to be begin deploying these services enabled by the iDirect equipment" said Charles D'Alberto, CEO of DigitalSkys. "By teaming DigitalSkys' applications and service-driven approach with iDirect's industry-leading technology we will be able to provide these key markets with an extremely robust end-user experience. Experience coupled with excellent customer service approach will also enable DigitalSkys to serve major market segments."
Through this network deployment, DigitalSkys plans to initially serve the corporate, private and governmental sectors including oil and gas utilities, financial, security & defense, regional telcos and other enterprises requiring high quality bandwidth for running critical business applications.
"We see great opportunity in the EMEA markets" said John Kealey, president and CEO of iDirect Technologies. "This significant partnership with DigitalSkys will continue to extend our reach into these growing regions. We greatly value the customer focus that DigitalSkys provides and look forward to helping them build out these important networks."
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About DigitalSkys
DigitalSkys offers the next generation in global telecommunications, combining cutting-edge technologies with ease of use and an unbeatable focus on service. As a "last-mile" wireless communications provider, DigitalSkys uses satellite-based VSAT platforms and WiMAX and Wi-Fi technologies that match the quality and performance of digital terrestrial circuits in a highly cost-effective and reliable broadband enterprise-class solution to enable and support any business application requirement.
DigitalSkys' applications - and service-driven approach merges with the company's partnership style of linking clients and suppliers. The result is a company determined to emerge as the leading provider of "last-mile" wireless solutions enabling Internet based applications -- in the Middle East, Africa, Asia sub-continents and beyond.
DigitalSkys' strength is providing wireless high-speed solutions using the above mentioned technologies and applications independently or in concert, tailored to specific corporate requirements -- a complete value-added business solution.
About iDirect Technologies
iDirect Technologies designs, develops, and markets satellite-based broadband access solutions targeted at the enterprise, government, carrier and educational sectors that have the need for fast, flexible, and geographically dispersed two-way internet/intranet access. The company has developed technology solutions that combine high performance, worldwide availability, and ease of installation, high reliability, and low cost to end customers. In addition, iDirect solutions offer unprecedented efficiencies, increased revenue opportunities and higher per customer gross margins to satellite network operators. iDirect was included in the 2003 and 2004 Inc. 500 list of the country's fastest growing entrepreneurial firms, as well as the Deloitte & Touche Technology Fast 500 list of the fastest-growing U.S. technology companies and was sited as one of Virginia's top 50 fastest growing technology companies for both 2003 and 2004. iDirect operates its corporate headquarters in Herndon, Virginia and has regional offices in Europe, Asia, and covering Latin America.
About IP Access
IP Access International is a leading independent provider of wireless voice, video, and data. IPA builds and operates satellite communications networks for Multinational Companies, Telecom Providers and Governments. IPA will provide services World Wide for Fixed, Mobile and Maritime Satellite Service. Currently IPA operates over 50 Global Points of presence including Undersea fiber and terrestrial networks as well as multiple Satellite Hubs from iDirect, Viasat, Vipersat and other leading manufacturers. The IP Access International Headquarter is located in San Juan Capistrano, Ca and Petaluma Ca.
DigitalSkys media contact:
Irina Iacobescu
Dubai Internet City
Building 17, Office 355
P.O. Box 500125
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Tel: +9714-391-0863
Fax: +9714-390-9966
Mob: +9715-0871-4857
iDirect media contact:
Warren Brown
Tel: +1 (703) 648-8155
IP Access media contact:
Barbara Coleman
Tel: +1 (949) 655-1035
Related links:
www.digitalskys.com
www.idirect.net
www.ipinternational.com
DigitalSkys offers the next generation in global telecommunications, combining cutting-edge technologies with ease of use and an unbeatable focus on service. As a "last-mile" wireless communications provider, DigitalSkys uses satellite-based VSAT platforms and WiMAX and Wi-Fi technologies that match the quality and performance of digital terrestrial circuits in a highly cost-effective and reliable broadband enterprise-class solution to enable and support any business application requirement.
DigitalSkys' applications - and service-driven approach merges with the company's partnership style of linking clients and suppliers. The result is a company determined to emerge as the leading provider of "last-mile" wireless solutions enabling Internet based applications -- in the Middle East, Africa, Asia sub-continents and beyond.
DigitalSkys' strength is providing wireless high-speed solutions using the above mentioned technologies and applications independently or in concert, tailored to specific corporate requirements -- a complete value-added business solution.
About iDirect Technologies
iDirect Technologies designs, develops, and markets satellite-based broadband access solutions targeted at the enterprise, government, carrier and educational sectors that have the need for fast, flexible, and geographically dispersed two-way internet/intranet access. The company has developed technology solutions that combine high performance, worldwide availability, and ease of installation, high reliability, and low cost to end customers. In addition, iDirect solutions offer unprecedented efficiencies, increased revenue opportunities and higher per customer gross margins to satellite network operators. iDirect was included in the 2003 and 2004 Inc. 500 list of the country's fastest growing entrepreneurial firms, as well as the Deloitte & Touche Technology Fast 500 list of the fastest-growing U.S. technology companies and was sited as one of Virginia's top 50 fastest growing technology companies for both 2003 and 2004. iDirect operates its corporate headquarters in Herndon, Virginia and has regional offices in Europe, Asia, and covering Latin America.
About IP Access
IP Access International is a leading independent provider of wireless voice, video, and data. IPA builds and operates satellite communications networks for Multinational Companies, Telecom Providers and Governments. IPA will provide services World Wide for Fixed, Mobile and Maritime Satellite Service. Currently IPA operates over 50 Global Points of presence including Undersea fiber and terrestrial networks as well as multiple Satellite Hubs from iDirect, Viasat, Vipersat and other leading manufacturers. The IP Access International Headquarter is located in San Juan Capistrano, Ca and Petaluma Ca.
DigitalSkys media contact:
Irina Iacobescu
Dubai Internet City
Building 17, Office 355
P.O. Box 500125
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Tel: +9714-391-0863
Fax: +9714-390-9966
Mob: +9715-0871-4857
iDirect media contact:
Warren Brown
Tel: +1 (703) 648-8155
IP Access media contact:
Barbara Coleman
Tel: +1 (949) 655-1035
Related links:
www.digitalskys.com
www.idirect.net
www.ipinternational.com
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