AST Systems AST Systems News RSS Feed <![CDATA[AST Appointed FleetBroadband Distribution Partner]]> As of 18th March 2013 Applied Satellite Technology Ltd (AST) is delighted to announce that it is open for business as an Inmarsat Distribution Partner for FleetBroadband services.

]]> Mon, 18 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[GLOBALSTAR EUROPE SATELLITE SERVICES LTD. SIGNS DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENT WITH APPLIED SATELLITE TECHNOLOGY LTD (AST)]]> ]]> Mon, 01 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST announce a new global satellite based m2m platform, AST iX.]]> ]]> Mon, 01 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST Systems Join Rapid Disaster Response Network]]> Applied Satellite Technology Systems Limited (AST Systems) is to join a network of experts who can be called on by Government in times of international crisis, such as famine, floods and earthquakes.
 ]]> Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Applied Satellite Technology Ltd (AST) Open New VSAT Maritime Broadband Solutions Centre in Singapore]]> As part of AST’s ongoing commitment to improving services to customers, a new, dedicated VSAT Maritime Broadband Solutions Centre will open on the 1st May 2012 in Singapore to specifically serve the Asia Pacific Region.
 ]]> Tue, 13 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[3 Year Extended Warranty]]> AST Systems extended warranty provides an extension to any manufacturer equipment warranty to cover service exchange and additional benefits. Cover will provide peace of mind for 3 years and a priority response when you need it most.]]> Fri, 09 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[New Thuraya XT-DUAL Satellite and GSM Phone]]> AST is pleased to announce the launch of Thuraya XT-DUAL satellite and GSM phone.

XT-DUAL operates as a standard GSM phone within the reach of terrestrial networks and switches to Thuraya’s satellite network in unconnected areas. The device has a built-in web browser for Internet access with data service connection speeds at 60 kbps.]]> Fri, 09 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Free Thuraya IP Terminal Available on Unlimited Plans ]]> Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Inmarsat launches free shore-to-ship voice calling for RCCs]]> Inmarsat has launched a free shore-to-ship priority voice calling for Rescue Co-ordination Centres (RCC) via the FleetBroadband and existing and evolved services, including Inmarsat B, Fleet F77/55/33 and Mini M.]]> Tue, 06 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Twitter SMS now available for Thuraya and Iridium Satellite Phones]]> Twitter has recently expanded their SMS service to include satellite networks, including satellite phones operating on the Iridium and Thuraya networks. ]]> Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Inmarsat's New BGAN M2M Service Now Available from AST]]> Today (16/02/12) sees the launch of Inmarsat’s new BGAN M2M service. Available from AST and compatible with the new Hughes 9502 terminal, BGAN M2M provides a low-cost solution to support real-time ‘machine to machine’ applications.]]> Thu, 16 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[NEW Iridium Pilot now available from AST]]> AST is pleased to announce the launch of Iridium Pilot.
Iridium Pilot is the next generation of maritime broadband voice and data communications, engineered for durability and reliability, providing exceptional performance. Powered by the Iridium OpenPort service and backed by an industry leading five-year limited warranty, Iridium Pilot is the ultimate communications solution wherever you may sail.]]> Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Inmarsat’s new BGAN M2M service available from AST]]> AST is pleased to announce that February 15th will see the scheduled launch of Inmarsat’s new BGAN M2M service.
 ]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Hughes 9502 BGAN M2M Terminal]]> Now available from AST the new Hughes 9502 BGAN M2M Terminal.

Hughes 9502 BGAN M2M Terminal is the world’s most cost-effective, all-IP BGAN machine-to-machine satellite terminal with exceptionally low power consumption.]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[IRIDIUM EXTREME & AXCESSPOINT AID FELICITY ASTON’S ANTARCTIC EXPEDITION]]> Felicity, from Kent UK, set off in October 2011, taking with her two Iridium Extreme satellite telephones and an Iridium AxcessPoint device, provided by Applied Satellite Technology Ltd (AST), to enable her to keep in contact with her many Twitter and Facebook followers.

]]> Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Mini M & GAN Trade In Programme]]> In 2014 Inmarsat will retire the Land Mobile GAN and Mini M Service. With this in mind, AST Systems are pleased to announce their ‘Trade-In Programme’.]]> Thu, 05 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Hughes 9202 BGAN Land Portable Satellite Terminal]]> Hughes 9202 BGAN Land Portable Satellite Terminal, the world’s smallest class 2 BGAN terminal, is now available from AST.
]]> Thu, 22 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[BGAN X-Stream on EXPLORER 727 is Here]]> A free upgrade for the EXPLORER 727 vehicular BGAN terminal is now shipping on all new terminals, and can be downloaded to existing terminals from ASTs Extranet.]]> Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Inmarsat IsatPhone Pro Short-dial Alert Feature]]> New personal alert feature for Inmarsat IsatPhone Pro gives users emergency back-up, which improves their safety.]]> Thu, 15 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[NEW Beam Dock Range for the Iridium Extreme Satellite Phone]]> Beam have recently announced details regarding the new 9575 Extreme Docks, they will be launching a LiteDOCK Extreme, PotsDOCK Extreme and DriveDOCK Extreme.  All are compatible with the Iridium Extreme satellite handset. ]]> Mon, 28 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST LAUNCH TRACKING SERVICE]]> ]]> Tue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Iridium AxcessPoint, Iridium AxcessPoint Mail & Web and Iridium AxcessPoint Connect are now available!]]> Iridium have just announced shipping of the new Iridium AxcessPoint. Iridium AxcessPoint creates a Wi-Fi hotspot via Iridium's satellite phones, wherever you are in the world. Iridium AxcessPoint enables use of smartphones and/or laptops to check emails and stay connected to the office, or keep in touch with family and friends – anytime, anywhere.
 ]]> Fri, 21 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Thrane & Thrane & Applied Satellite Technology No Less Than A Paradigm Shift ]]> Thrane & Thrane and one of its distributors, AST, have extended the existing distribution agreement for SAILOR equipment to also include the new SAILOR 900 VSAT antenna system.]]> Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[NEW Website Launch]]> www.ast-msl.com).]]> Mon, 26 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[SAILOR 6249 VHF Survival Craft Product Launch]]> AST are pleased to announce the latest product launch from Thrane & Thrane; the new SAILOR 6249 VHF Survival Craft.

The new VHF is specifically designed for fixed installations in survival crafts. It is Wheelmark (MED-B) approved and complies with the ETSI EN 301 466, allowing it to be installed as a fixed mounted VHF in a survival craft.]]> Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AWS & AST PROVIDE GLOBAL TRACKING SOLUTION FOR THE NEW IRIDIUM EXTREME SATELLITE PHONE]]> AWS and Applied Satellite Technology Ltd (AST), are pleased to announce a strategic partnership for the provision of end-to-end tracking solutions for the new Iridium Extreme satellite phone.]]> Thu, 08 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Iridium & AST launch new satellite handset ‘Iridium Extreme’]]> AST is pleased to announce their status as a premier Launch Partner for the new Iridium Extreme satellite handset, which is available to order now.]]> Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Thrane & Thrane BGAN EXPLORER 325 & 727 from AST Systems]]> The EXPLORER 325 and EXPLORER 727 terminals consist of three fully integrated units – a transceiver, an IP handset and a roof mountable antenna with magnetic mounts.]]> Tue, 06 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[New 9555 High Capacity Battery with 6.5 Hours Talk Time]]> Iridium have just announced the release of the new 9555 high capacity battery available with immediate effect. This new battery provides customers with up to 6.5 hours talk time and up to 43 hours of standby time in full network coverage. This battery is integrated with the design of the Iridium 9555 satellite telephone, is low profile and easy to install and remove.]]> Mon, 05 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Low-cost onboard calling with global FleetPhone]]> A new low-cost satellite phone service has been launched by Inmarsat offering mariners global coverage and high-quality voice calls.]]> Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Satellite phone hire and rental options from AST Systems]]> adventure travel, loan worker safety, personnel tracking or personal security contact AST for best rates and options on satellite phone hire.

Rental and purchase options from AST Systems.
]]> Wed, 27 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Launch of Inmarsat FleetPhone & IsatPhone Link Services]]> June 30th 2011 will see the launch of two new services from Inmarsat, the FleetPhone & IsatPhone Link service.]]> Tue, 28 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Launch of the Thrane & Thrane SAILOR 3771 Alarm Panel FleetBroadband]]> AST are pleased to announce that Thrane & Thrane have unveiled the first ever voice distress alarm panel for FleetBroadband during a press conference at Nor-Shipping 2011. The new alarm panel will allow Voice Distress Calling (non-SOLAS) over Inmarsat's FleetBroadband terminals.]]> Fri, 03 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Streambox Partners with AST to Enable Satellite Customers to Access Streambox Live - Video Contribution Service]]> Streambox Live service now available from AST, allows live media or file-based video transmission from remote locations using satellite communications.]]> Wed, 01 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Test Your Iridium Satellite Telephone ]]> As a service to all satellite phone users, Iridium provides you with the opportunity to test your satellite phone to ensure it is functioning properly.

]]> Thu, 26 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[LAST TIME BUY | Mini-C and Replacement Series]]> Thrane are now finalising development of the other mini-C variants which will replace the existing SAILOR TT-3026/3000 mini-C series. This means therefore that these current models will be discontinued, and only be available for a limited time alongside the new SAILOR 6110 Mini-C series, as long as stock allows.

]]> Wed, 25 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST Announced As An Iridium Approved Service Centre]]> 9555 and 9505A handsets.]]> Mon, 23 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[LAST TIME BUY | SAILOR Fleet77 and SAILOR Fleet33]]> ]]> Wed, 18 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[IsatPhone Pro Update]]> Wed, 30 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST launches email service for IsatPhone Pro]]> Applied Satellite Technology (AST), a leading provider of global satcomms solutions, today announced the availability of onsatmail, its free compressed e-mail service, on IsatPhone Pro handheld satellite phones.]]> Wed, 30 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Iridium SMS Balance Check Alert]]> AST are pleased to advise that Iridium now offers SMS balance check, providing the ability for customers using prepaid e-vouchers to send a balance enquiry via an SMS to 2888 in order to receive their current status for no charge.]]> Fri, 25 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Thrane & Thrane SAILOR 6000 Series Status]]> As you may already be aware, in September 2010, Thrane & Thrane launched the new SAILOR 6000 GMDSS series,  The plan was for first shipments to commence at the end of January 2011, this was later postponed to February and again into March. Unfortunately neither commitments could be fulfilled.]]> Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Thuraya-2 Packet Service Outage Notification | 22/02/11]]> Due to the continuous external interference the Thuraya network is currently experiencing, we are very sorry to inform you that the packet service in Thuraya-2 Network one hour ago was lost.]]> Tue, 22 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[INMARSAT RECEIVES PHASE 2 NOTICE FROM LIGHTSQUARED]]> 28 January 2011 – Inmarsat plc (LSE: ISAT.L), the leading provider of global mobile satellite communications services, today announced that it has received notice from LightSquared triggering Phase 2 of the Cooperation Agreement between Inmarsat and LightSquared.]]> Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST Launches Iridium OpenPort Service Management, Monitoring & Control Solution ]]> Normal 0 false false false EN-GB X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4
AST has extended its suite of Value Added Services, AST Live!™, to incorporate Iridium OpenPort.  AST is now one of a very small number of Iridium Service Providers that can offer a service allowing complete Management, Monitoring and Control of Iridium OpenPort traffic.
]]> Tue, 25 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Win a Globalstar SPOT Personal Tracker, courtesy of AST Systems]]> Globalstar SPOTs in conjunction with the Adventure Travel Live Show.
]]> Wed, 05 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Scheduled Inmarsat GGSN Software Upgrade On All I-4 Regions 24/11/10 2010]]> Tue, 23 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Thuraya’s New ‘Call for All’ Access Number from Etisalat ]]> In compliance with the U.A.E. Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) National Numbering Plan Policy, the Thuraya ‘Call for All’ access number when calling from the Etisalat (U.A.E.) network to Thuraya numbers will be changed from 0800 11 88216 to 8000 01 88216.]]> Wed, 03 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Keep Up To Date With The Latest News From AST]]> ]]> Thu, 28 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST Announced as an Inmarsat IsatPhone Pro Repair Partner ]]> October 2010, AST announce that they have been appointed as an Inmarsat IsatPhone Pro Satellite Telephone Repair Partner.]]> Tue, 19 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[onsatmail Version 6.1.02 Now Available]]> A latest version of onsatmail, the email compression software from AST is now available to download from www.onsatmail.com
 ]]> Tue, 12 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[New Thrane & Thrane SAILOR 900 Ku-Band VSAT ]]> AST are pleased to announce the introduction of the new Thrane & Thrane SAILOR 900 Ku-band VSAT antenna.
 ]]> Thu, 07 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Over 85% of UK Fishing Vessels Install e-Log from AST Marine Sciences]]> Figures published by the MMO (Marine Management Organisation) on 15th September 2010 show that AST Marine Sciences Ltd have installed over 85% of all commissioned UK fishing vessels with their Electronic Logbook (e-Log) solution, which received approval from the UK Fisheries Authorities in May 2010.]]> Tue, 28 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST Systems Support Expedition to Guyana - October 2010]]> AST Systems have provided equipment to John Blashford-Snell and a team of 12 from the Scientific Exploration Society who will be visiting Guyana in October to help deliver community aid to the Wai Wai tribe.]]> Mon, 27 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST Systems Sponsor Kayak Challenge 2010]]> Mon, 16 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST South Africa | Proud Sponsors of the 2010 Leopard Census ]]> Conservation has always been a priority for the staff of AST South Africa and the Leopard Conservation Project has become not only a corporate, but a personal goal for the staff helping to support the project.

]]> Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST Distribution Appointed Master Distributor Status for Asian Pacific Region]]> ]]> Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[NEW Online Self Ticketing Service now Available for AST Customer Services]]> AST today launched a new online ticketing system for Customer Service and Support related issues. Customers can submit new issues and check progress of outstanding tickets directly, any time of the day.]]> Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[ONSATMAIL FROM APPLIED SATELLITE TECHNOLOGY ACHIEVES 500 REGISTRATIONS ]]> onsatmail, the email compression software from Applied Satellite Technology (AST) saw the 500th account registration on 1st July 2010.  ]]> Tue, 06 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Applied Satellite Technology agree Service Level Agreement with RNLI to support MOB Guardian ]]> Applied Satellite Technology (AST) today agreed a new Service Level Agreement (SLA) with the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) as the Installation and Technical Support partner for MOB Guardian.

]]> Thu, 24 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST MD makes maiden call on IsatPhone Pro]]> Gregory Darling, AST Managing Director, has made his first call on Inmarsat’s  IsatPhone Pro.

]]> Tue, 22 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST Announces IsatPhone Pro Offerings]]> AST announced today a range of new propositions to support and complement  IsatPhone Pro, the new global handheld satellite phone from Inmarsat that launches at CommunicAsia.

]]> Fri, 11 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Applied Satellite Technology Ltd Defines Routes to Market & Introduces 'AST Distribution']]> Applied Satellite Technology Ltd has announced that companies within the AST Group, whose primary route to market is via distribution, have organised under a single entity “AST Distribution”.

]]> Fri, 30 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST are pleased to announce the newest of BGAN products from Thrane & Thrane, The EXPLORER™ 325]]> EXPLORER 325 is an ideal replacement for the mini-M Compact Car Phone and in addition to the quality voice communication; it offers excellent BGAN data capabilities with speeds up to 384 kbps standard IP and up to 128 kbps streaming IP.]]> Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[New Iridium 9602 Short Burst Data (SBD) Transceiver Available from AST]]> The new Iridium 9602 SBD is a full-duplex short-burst data transceiver designed for embedded applications in the rapidly growing market for remote asset tracking and monitoring solutions. The product, which is the culmination of a two-year research and development programme, has completed prototype testing, is expected to be available June 2010.

]]> Wed, 31 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST LAUNCH NEW WEB PORTAL ACCESS]]> AST are pleased to announce the launch of our new Web Portal which was launched on Wednesday 17th June 2010.

]]> Tue, 16 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[New touch screen SAILOR 6007 Message Terminal now available from AST]]> The new SAILOR 6007 Message Terminal from Thrane & Thrane is a dedicated maritime PC and message terminal, designed as a single solution for a variety of reporting and communication applications such as E-Log, Vessel Management Systems and Communications management.

]]> Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST Systems Support UKaid in Haiti]]> AST Systems has provided UKaid with satellite communication equipment to assist with the aid operation in Haiti following the earthquake on 12th January 2010.

]]> Wed, 03 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Thrane Expands SAILOR VSAT 700 Broadband Coverage for Internet & Voice to Africa ]]> Thrane & Thrane’s new African mini-VSAT Broadband coverage area now supporting broadband Internet and voice services for maritime applications.  

]]> Fri, 22 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[NEW Beam RapidSAT 9555 and RST055 UPS Battery Pack]]> AST are pleased to announce the launch of two new Beam products, RapidSAT 9555 and UPS Battery Pack, both are compatible with the Iridium 9555 Satellite Handset.

]]> Mon, 21 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[SAILOR SP3500 Series – Launch of new Accessories]]> AST are pleased to announce the launch of the following new accessories for the SAILOR SP3500 series.

]]> Mon, 21 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[New Sea Tel 09 Series Antennas Available from AST]]> Now available from AST, the Sea Tea Ku band 09 Series, which replaces the current Sea Tel 06 Series.

]]> Mon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Applied Satellite Technology (Asia) Pte Ltd Appointed ‘Sailor Select Distributor’ ]]> The AST Group is pleased to announce the appointment of AST Asia as a ‘Sailor Select Distributor’ for the Asian region; including Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam & Indonesia. 

]]> Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST Appointed Launch Distribution Partner for Inmarsat’s Global Satellite Phone Services]]> Applied Satellite Technology Ltd ( AST), has today been appointed a launch Distribution Partner for Inmarsat’s new Global Satellite Phone Services (GSPS).

]]> Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST Appointed Distribution Partner for ThurayaIP in europe]]> ThurayaIP offers broadband data service through a highly compact, ultra lightweight and advanced satellite terminal.

]]> Thu, 29 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST adds iDirect Based VSAT Broadband Offering To Maritime Service Portfolio]]> VT iDirect, Inc. (iDirect), a company of VT Systems Inc (VT Systems) today announced that Applied Satellite Technology Ltd (AST) has launched a maritime VSAT broadband service built on the iDirect Intelligent Platform. The new offering introduces higher bandwidth data rates as well as a flat-fee service model to AST’s customers, and is supported by AST’s technology management services. iDirect is a world leader in satellite-based IP communications technology.

]]> Tue, 01 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST Systems Appointed AFIANT Distributor ]]> AST Systems are pleased to announce that Modern Security Solutions have appointed Applied Satellite Technology Systems LTD as a Satellite Certified Solution Provider.

]]> Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Personnel GPS Tracking via BlackBerry]]> Personnel can now be tracked using a standard (approved model) BlackBerry handset. The BlackBerry needs only to have a standard data enabled SIM card and be correctly configured to access the GPRS network. The handset will function as normal even when the tracking application is running. The tracking application can be run in Stealth Mode with the software running seamlessly in the background. It is not then apparent that the tracking software is installed.

]]> Tue, 25 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Now available from AST, the new Thuraya XT satellite handset]]> The Thuraya XT is the only satellite phone in the world to meet the industry’s highest criteria for splash resistance, dust resistance and shock proofing.

]]> Tue, 18 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST Ltd Achieve ISO 14001 Standard]]> AST Ltd has achieved the internationally recognised ISO 14001 standard.  Accredited organisations are committed to continuous improvement and are assessed annually to ensure progress is being maintained.

]]> Mon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[New SAILOR FleetBroadband 150 from Thrane & Thrane]]> Now available from Applied Satellite Technology, the New SAILOR FleetBroadband 150 from Thrane & Thrane. ]]> Tue, 12 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST Appointed Distribution Partner status for Inmarsat plc (LSE: ISAT)]]> On the 15th April 2009 Applied Satellite Technology (AST) was awarded Distribution Partner status for Inmarsat Broadband Global Area Network (BGAN) services.

AST has sold Inmarsat services since the early 90’s and has grown to become one of Inmarsat’s largest global Service Providers. This appointment is a significant milestone for AST as it strengthens the relationship with Inmarsat and affirms AST’s status in the global satellite communications business.

]]> Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST South Africa Sign Multi-Million Rand Deal]]> AST South Africa has signed a multi-million rand contract with their newly appointed Master Dealer, Global Communications (Pty) Ltd for the supply of 250 African BGAN Terminals, along with associated Inmarsat airtime. 

]]> Fri, 20 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST South Africa Appointed Thrane & Thrane Certified Partner]]> The AST Group is pleased to announce the appointment of AST South Africa as a Certified Partner of Thrane & Thrane land products on the 17th March 2009.

]]> Tue, 17 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Full Global Coverage For All I4 Inmarsat Services Available]]> Inmarsat BGAN and FleetBroadband services provided by the Inmarsat-4 (I-4) F1 spacecraft were successfully restored at 20:00 UTC on Tuesday, 24 February, at the end of the final outage caused by I-4 satellite repositioning.

]]> Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[British Antarctic Survey use Iridium OpenPort]]> Applied Satellite Technology (AST) is proud to have supplied the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) with an Iridium OpenPort for their various expeditions including a mission to the Gamburstsev sub-glacial mountains (AGAP), as part of the International Polar Year.

]]> Thu, 26 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST South Africa - African BGAN Terminal Offer]]> Tue, 24 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Iridium Alert - Loss of Operational Satellite]]> Yesterday, Iridium lost an operational satellite. According to information shared with the company by various U.S. government organisations that monitor satellites and other space objects (such as debris), it appears that the satellite loss is the result of a collision with a non-operational Russian satellite.

]]> Thu, 12 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST Sponsor Charley Boorman for By Any Means]]> Applied Satellite Technology Ltd are proud to have supported Charley Boorman on his latest adventure ‘By Any Means’.

Applied Satellite Technology supplied the team with an Iridium 9505a satellite telephone and a BGAN Explorer 500 which they had previously used when AST supported Charley and Ewan McGregor on Long Way Down and Long Way Round where they used the equipment to send videos and photos to their website and to stay in touch with friends and family back home.

]]> Wed, 07 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[NEW from AST, the Sea Tel 4006 and 6006 VSAT Systems]]> The  06 VSAT series from Sea Tel, now available from Applied Satellite Technology (AST) is a cost effective always on broadband satellite communications. These antenna systems are the most reliable and provide service to meet the variety of client applications from internet connectivity, VoIP calls, VPN, Video Conferencing to any other suitable IP connectivity ]]> Tue, 09 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Dial ‘870’ For All Inmarsat Terminals]]> All Inmarsat services have now been brought into line with our most advanced voice and high-speed data services, such as BGAN and FleetBroadband.  Just dial the Inmarsat country code +870, followed by the Inmarsat Mobile Number, to reach any Inmarsat customer anywhere in the world.

]]> Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST Marine Sciences Ltd Achieve ISO 14001 Standard]]> AST Marine Sciences Ltd has, in the last week, achieved the internationally recognised ISO 14001 standard.

]]> Mon, 27 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Iridium Launches the 9555 Phone ]]> Iridium Satellite LLC had unveiled its smallest, most powerful satellite phone – the Iridium 9555.]]> Fri, 24 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Applied Satellite Technology Ltd Announce Acquisition of Capricorn Satellite, South Africa]]> Applied Satellite Technology Ltd (AST), are proud to announce the addition of Capricorn Satellite Communications, South Africa to its growing group of companies.  Following the incorporation, Capricorn Satellite Communications will change its name to AST South Africa, forming an integral part of the group's corporate strategy to increase its global reach.

]]> Tue, 21 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST Systems Sponsor Team Latitude]]> Applied Satellite Technology Systems are proud to have sponsored Team Latitude, a team of three who are currently circumnavigating the world in a Land Rover Defender.

]]> Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Inmarsat Satellite Repositioning Information for BGAN Users]]> Following the successful launch of the 3rd Inmarsat-4 (I-4) satellite, Inmarsat have now published further information about the planned repositioning of its constellation to accommodate the new satellite.  The repositioning process will begin in January 2009 and is due to complete by late February 2009.

]]> Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[Successful Launch of Inmarsat-4 F3 Satellite]]> International Launch Services (ILS) confirmed a successful lift-off of the Inmarsat-4 F3 satellite into orbit today.

The Proton Breeze M vehicle, built by Khrunichev Space Center of Moscow, lifted off from Pad 39 at the cosmodrome at 4:43 today local time (18:43 EDT Monday, 22:43 GMT Monday).  After a 9-hour-3-minute mission, the launcher released the Inmarsat-4 F3 satellite into a geosynchronous transfer orbit.    

]]> Tue, 19 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST Install 18 Fishing Vessels with RNLI MOB Guardian]]> Thu, 17 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[INMARSAT BGAN DEMONSTRATION VIDEO]]> AST have been involved in a project supporting Claudio Von Planta where he travelled with a team of 24 on 'The Hull Freedom Trail', delivering five 4×4 vehicles to aid agencies who work with the child victims of modern day slavery in Freetown Sierra Leone. 

]]> Tue, 18 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT <![CDATA[AST Sponsor Ewan McGregor & Charley Boorman]]> AST are proud to have once again supported the Long Way Round Team on their latest adventure, 'The Long Way Down'.  From previous experience of working with the team, AST supplied 3 x BGAN Explorer 500 terminals and 5 x Thuraya handsets for communications and data transfer.]]> Mon, 15 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT