Pak Datacom Selects iDIRECT Satellite Communications Platform to Expand Broadband Services in Pakistan


SINGAPORE, June 19 - Direct Technologies (iDirect), a global provider of satellite-based broadband communications solutions and the US satellite communications arm of Singapore Technologies Electronics Limited, today announced a new contract with Pak Datacom Ltd., a subsidiary of Telecom Foundation and the leading satellite network operator in Pakistan and Bangladesh. Pak Datacom has acquired an iDirect universal 5IF iNFINITI satellite hub and 25 iDirect Series 3100 remote routers to expand its broadband communications services.

With iDirect's universal platform, Pak Datacom plans to grow its GSM backhaul service for cellular operators, expand remote connectivity to commercial and government organizations and help banking institutions and other extended enterprises replace dedicated SCPC links with an integrated satellite network. Pak Datacom currently manages more than 100 domestic and international high-speed data circuits operating via satellite.

iDirect's universal satellite platform enables Pak Datacom to deliver a complete range of network applications across any communications protocol, including voice, video and data communications. With the iDirect platform, Pak Datacom can also maximize bandwidth allocation. iDirect hubs can configure networks starting at 64 Kbps and scale up to 18 Mbps in 1 Kbps increments with an approximate 98 percent payload efficiency based on instantaneous conditions.

"As our satellite business grows, Pak Datacom needed a universal platform to support our diverse range of customers and centralize network management. With iDirect, we can provide the highest quality connectivity regardless of bandwidth requirement, location, business application, satellite band or topology. Our goal is to provide every customer with the specific communications solutions they require, based on the best technology available while paying vigilant attention to our customers' bottom line." - Ali BAJWA, Senior General Manager, Pak Datacom.

"Pak Datacom is wisely responding to the accelerating adoption of satellite communications in Pakistan. As connectivity needs grow and diversify, Pak Datacom is investing in a universal platform that can efficiently handle increased traffic and support virtually any application from remote connectivity to disaster recovery." - Andrew BOND-WEBSTER, Regional Vice President and Managing Director, Asia, iDirect.

Please visit us at CommunicAsia 2007 from 19 to 22 June to see our latest solutions.

Singapore Expo, Hall 6, Booth 6K1-07 - iDirect booth showcases iDirect COTM solutions including IM2's new satellite broadband service and diverse bandwidth delivery models through iDirect New Group QoS functionality.

Singapore Expo, Hall 3, Booth 3H3-0 - ST Electronics features its range of communications and e-learning solutions including Block Up-Converters, High Power SSPA (Solid State Power Amplifier), Outdoor Transceivers, Satcom-On-The-Move, as well as Satellite Hub system from iDirect. In addition to communications systems and solutions, ST Electronics will be showcasing its Multimedia Education Resource Interactive Teacher System (MERiTS).

iDirect Technologies, a company of VT Systems Inc, 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, 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 awarded the 2005 World Teleport Association Teleport Technology of the year, the Innovation & Technology of the Year by The ISCe Advisory Board, and named number one in the Deloitte & Touche Virginia Technology Fast 50 list of the fastest-growing U.S. technology companies. iDirect operates its corporate headquarters in Herndon, Virginia and has regional offices in Europe, Asia, and covering Latin America. Additional information is available on the company website at www.idirect.net.

VT Systems Inc and its subsidiaries are preferred providers of engineering solutions, products, integrated systems, and services in the Americas across the core business areas of marine, aerospace, electronics and land systems. Headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, VT Systems operates throughout North America and offers a broad range of proven innovative services to both the commercial and government sectors. VT Systems is a wholly owned subsidiary of Singapore Technologies Engineering Ltd.

Please visit www.vt-systems.com.

ST Electronics, the electronics arm of ST Engineering, delivers innovative system solutions to government, commercial, defence, and industrial customers worldwide. It specialises in the design, development and integration of advanced electronics systems, such as broadband radio frequency and satellite communication, e-government solutions, information communications technologies, rail and traffic management, realtime command and control, training and simulation, intelligent building management, and information security and mobile commerce solutions. Please visit www.stee.stengg.com

Source: iDirect Technologies

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