SES Space & Defense Awards Comtech Order for Next-generation Modems to Operate on O3b mPOWER Constellation
Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL) has announced that SES Space & Defense has awarded the company an initial order for its software-defined SLM-5650B and other next-generation modems. The order is expected to be delivered over the next year. The modems will operate on the O3b mPOWER constellation, one of the world's most innovative satellite systems.
The SLM-5650B is Comtech's Wideband Global SATCOM-certified modem, designed for critical communications in commercial backhaul and government/military applications. It supports multiple DoD and NATO waveforms, including DVB-S2X, the preferred waveform for O3b mPOWER. Comtech's technologies align with the Space Force Commercial Space Strategy and aim to enhance Combined Joint All Domain Command and Control operations.
Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL) ha annunciato che SES Space & Defense ha assegnato all'azienda un ordine iniziale per il suo modem SLM-5650B a software definito e altri modem di nuova generazione. Si prevede che l'ordine venga consegnato nel corso del prossimo anno. I modem opereranno sulla costellazione O3b mPOWER, uno dei sistemi satellitari più innovativi al mondo.
Il SLM-5650B è il modem certificato Wideband Global SATCOM di Comtech, progettato per comunicazioni critiche nelle applicazioni commerciali di backhaul e governative/militari. Supporta molteplici forme d'onda del DoD e della NATO, inclusa DVB-S2X, la forma d'onda preferita per O3b mPOWER. Le tecnologie di Comtech si allineano alla Strategia Spaziale Commerciale della Space Force e mirano a migliorare le operazioni di Comando e Controllo Congiunto di Dominio Combattente e Crossteam.
Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL) ha anunciado que SES Space & Defense ha otorgado a la compañía un pedido inicial para su módem SLM-5650B definido por software y otros módems de próxima generación. Se espera que el pedido se entregue durante el próximo año. Los módems operarán en la constelación O3b mPOWER, uno de los sistemas satelitales más innovadores del mundo.
El SLM-5650B es el módem certificado Wideband Global SATCOM de Comtech, diseñado para comunicaciones críticas en aplicaciones comerciales de backhaul y gubernamentales/militares. Soporta múltiples formas de onda del DoD y la OTAN, incluyendo DVB-S2X, la forma de onda preferida para O3b mPOWER. Las tecnologías de Comtech se alinean con la Estrategia Espacial Comercial de la Space Force y buscan mejorar las operaciones de Comando y Control Conjunto en Todos los Dominios.
Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL)는 SES Space & Defense가 소프트웨어 정의형 SLM-5650B와 기타 차세대 모뎀에 대한 초기 주문을 회사에 부여했다고 발표했습니다. 이 주문은 내년 중으로 배송될 것으로 예상됩니다. 모뎀은 세계에서 가장 혁신적인 위성 시스템 중 하나인 O3b mPOWER 콘스텔레이션에서 작동됩니다.
SLM-5650B는 Comtech의 Wideband Global SATCOM 인증 모뎀으로, 상업용 백홀 및 정부/군사 애플리케이션에서의 중요한 통신을 위해 설계되었습니다. 이 모뎀은 DVB-S2X를 포함한 여러 DoD와 NATO 파형을 지원하며, 이는 O3b mPOWER의 선호하는 파형입니다. Comtech의 기술은 우주군 상업 우주 전략과 일치하며 결합된 전역 명령 및 통제 작전을 향상시키는 것을 목표로 합니다.
Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL) a annoncé que SES Space & Defense a attribué à l'entreprise une commande initiale pour son modem SLM-5650B défini par logiciel et d'autres modems de nouvelle génération. La commande devrait être livrée au cours de l'année prochaine. Les modems fonctionneront sur la constellation O3b mPOWER, l'un des systèmes de satellite les plus innovants au monde.
Le SLM-5650B est le modem certifié Wideband Global SATCOM de Comtech, conçu pour des communications critiques dans des applications de backhaul commercial et gouvernemental/militaire. Il prend en charge plusieurs formes d'onde du DoD et de l'OTAN, y compris DVB-S2X, la forme d'onde préférée pour O3b mPOWER. Les technologies de Comtech s'alignent sur la Stratégie Commerciale Spatiale de la Space Force et visent à améliorer les opérations de Commandement et Contrôle Combinés dans Tous les Domaines.
Comtech (NASDAQ: CMTL) hat bekannt gegeben, dass SES Space & Defense dem Unternehmen eine erste Bestellung für das software-definierte SLM-5650B und andere Modems der nächsten Generation erteilt hat. Die Bestellung wird voraussichtlich im nächsten Jahr geliefert. Die Modems werden im O3b mPOWER-Konstellation betrieben, einem der innovativsten Satellitensysteme der Welt.
Das SLM-5650B ist das Wideband Global SATCOM-zertifizierte Modem von Comtech, das für kritische Kommunikation im kommerziellen Backhaul sowie in Regierungs- und Militäranwendungen konzipiert wurde. Es unterstützt mehrere Wellenformen des DoD und der NATO, einschließlich DVB-S2X, der bevorzugten Wellenform für O3b mPOWER. Die Technologien von Comtech stimmen mit der Kommerziellen Raumfahrtstrategie der Space Force überein und zielen darauf ab, die Kombinierten Gemeinsamen All-Domain Einsatz- und Kontrolloperationen zu verbessern.
- Secured new order from SES Space & Defense for next-generation modems
- Comtech's SLM-5650B modem is Wideband Global SATCOM-certified
- Technology aligns with Space Force Commercial Space Strategy
- Modems support multiple critical DoD and NATO waveforms
- Partnership with SES Space & Defense for O3b mPOWER constellation
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This contract award signifies a notable advancement in military SATCOM capabilities. The SLM-5650B modem's software-defined nature and support for multiple waveforms, including DVB-S2X, positions it well for the O3b mPOWER constellation's requirements. The ability to add new waveforms and functions is important for adapting to evolving mission needs.
The emphasis on "allied by design" and U.S. sovereign defense technologies aligns with increasing concerns about supply chain security in critical communications infrastructure. This could potentially give Comtech an edge in future defense contracts.
While the initial order's financial impact isn't specified, the long-term implications could be significant if this leads to broader adoption across SES Space & Defense's operations and other defense customers. Investors should monitor for follow-on orders and expansion into other programs of record.
This contract highlights Comtech's strategic positioning in the evolving defense SATCOM market. The focus on software-defined, adaptable solutions addresses the military's need for flexible, future-proof communications systems. The alignment with the Space Force Commercial Space Strategy and contribution to Combined Joint All Domain Command and Control (CJADC2) operations are particularly noteworthy.
The integration of commercial and military networks is a key trend in defense communications and Comtech's ability to bridge this gap could be a significant competitive advantage. However, the defense market is highly competitive and the long-term value of this contract will depend on Comtech's ability to maintain technological leadership and secure additional orders.
Investors should consider this as a positive indicator of Comtech's market position but also watch for broader adoption and the company's ability to leverage this win into expanded market share.
“In today’s threat environment, secure, resilient, and ubiquitous connectivity is critical to maintaining an information advantage across all domains,” said John Ratigan, Interim CEO of Comtech. “This contract award further demonstrates the trust of SES Space & Defense in Comtech’s ability to deliver next-generation digital solutions. O3b mPOWER is among the world’s most innovative satellite constellations, and we are thrilled to partner with SES Space & Defense as they pave the way for modernized military satellite communications (“SATCOM”) operations.”
“We choose customer mission success first. Comtech’s SLM modem series includes features that are unique and critical to our customers’ missions,” said David Fields, President and CEO of SES Space & Defense. “It is important that Comtech is part of the O3b mPOWER service infrastructure. Their experience developing and manufacturing defense-oriented modems that are ‘allied by design’ with footprints in many domestic and international programs of records make it an easy decision.”
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