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Broadcast Pro
16-05-2025
- Business
- Broadcast Pro
Azercosmos wins award for Azconnexus satellite broadband service
Azconnexus operates via the Azerspace-1 and Azerspace-2 satellites, utilising both C-band and Ku-band frequencies. Azercosmos has earned international recognition at the BroadcastPro Manufacturer Awards, where it was named Best VSAT Service Provider for its high-performance satellite-based broadband solution, Azconnexus. The award underscores the companys growing stature in the global satellite communications sector and reflects the strong credibility of Azconnexus among both customers and industry professionals. Presented during the prestigious BroadcastPro Manufacturer Awards ceremony, the accolade celebrates excellence across the broadcast and media industry, recognising standout manufacturers, network operators, and service providers that are driving innovation and shaping the regions technological landscape. Azconnexus, which leverages the capabilities of the Azerspace-1 and Azerspace-2 satellites, provides high-speed broadband connectivity using both C-band and Ku-band frequencies. The service is engineered to support the unique requirements of government agencies, corporate clients, and portable operations, ensuring reliable, uninterrupted communication even in remote or difficult-to-access areas. VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) technology, the foundation of Azconnexus, enables effective data transmission and broadband internet access across vast geographies. This makes it particularly valuable for critical infrastructure, industrial operations, and emergency response scenarios where terrestrial connectivity is limited or unavailable. Azercosmos recognition at the BroadcastPro Awards not only highlights the innovation behind Azconnexus but also marks a significant milestone for Azerbaijans satellite sector.
Broadcast Pro
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Broadcast Pro
Sport's Growing Grip on MENA Media
With CABSAT 2025 set to spotlight the convergence of sport, streaming and strategy, the region's media economy is being redefined from hyper-local fan coverage to global rights battles, and from grassroots passion to platform innovation. There's an unusual energy rippling through the Middle East's broadcast and streaming landscape – a sense that the game is changing, both literally and figuratively. Sport, in particular, has become a compelling force, not just for audiences but for those bringing it to them. From international rights deals to hyper-local fan engagement, sport is opening commercial doors and reconfiguring the media economy. Smashi Sports, for instance, has tapped into grassroots passion, venturing into club-level coverage in the UAE to capture local content. At the other end of the spectrum, we see mega-rights deals being snapped up, aligning the Middle East with global viewership trends and creating both opportunities and challenges around monetisation, localisation and scale. Until recently, that space was largely the domain of beIN Sports. But as our cover story this month reveals, evision and StarzPlay are making a huge impact, particularly in the world of cricket. It's against this backdrop that CABSAT takes place this year. The show has become a convergence point for technology, creativity and strategy, with vendors, broadcasters and content platforms looking to the future together. As content consumption habits evolve and sport continues to attract new investment, I'm excited to be moderating a panel at CABSAT focused on the role of sport in driving broadcast innovation. It's a timely conversation that reflects the pace, complexity and promise of the market we serve. But that's just one of many conversations shaping the region that will be explored at CABSAT. In the meantime, the third edition of the BroadcastPro Manufacturer Awards returns this year with a brand-new Satellite element. These awards have become an important platform for innovation, visibility and recognition, particularly for those pushing boundaries without the marketing muscle to make themselves heard. I hope you participated in the awards. If not, there's always next year.
Broadcast Pro
03-04-2025
- Business
- Broadcast Pro
Inviting nominations to the BroadcastPro Manufacturer Awards
An inspirational evening recognising the industry's pace-setters, the 2025 edition of the BroadcastPro Manufacturer Awards is ready to set new benchmarks of excellence and attainment The third edition of the BroadcastPro Manufacturer Awards, held in association with CABSAT, is slated to be bigger and more comprehensive than ever – and ready to honour the industry's 16 frontrunners and most deserving industry champions. This year, we will also launch the SatellitePro Manufacturer Awards and have eight categories to start with. Following nominations, we will throw the shortlist open to industry-only audience voting in late April. At a glamorous gala dinner on 14th May, we will highlight the names at the vanguard of change, as well as the technical specialists whose know-how is transforming the viewing experience for millions of consumers. The BroadcastPro Manufacturer Awards were created to ensure recognition for every style of the company: they represent manufacturers, network operators, resellers, tech pioneers and infrastructure providers – and all those whose broadcast solutions provide a critical commercial edge. The addition of the Satellite awards are to ensure recognition within this sector also to coincide with the launch of SatExpo at CABSAT. Moreover, the Awards ensure that there are opportunities for smaller players and those whose niche R&D and inventiveness are invaluable for the 'blue-sky thinking' shaping tomorrow's broadcast landscape. The reputation and prestige of the Awards also mean that there is no better way for businesses to gain recognition among clients and peers—even for those that typically eschew the limelight and simply get on with their ground-breaking work. An authentic legacy The BroadcastPro Manufacturer Awards are created, managed and hosted by BroadcastPro, the industry-leading media brand consistently raising the benchmark on primary data and industry intel for the last 14 years. Underpinned by this trusted name, the Manufacturer Awards ensure objectivity through a tried-and-tested mix of public votes and a specialised, expert judging panel. Embracing industry diversity There are 24 Awards categories – 16 in Broadcast and 8 in Satellite offering, quite literally, something for everyone. They ensure that whether or not a company is a major brand, there's an accolade suited to recognise that business' product and its impact on the industry. The 2025 Awards recognise excellence across the following categories: Broadcast categories Immersive Media Sports AI Video Content Acquisition Video Production Audio Production Content Management Facility Infrastructure Content Scheduling & Monetization Content Storage Broadcast Playout Linear Distribution Connectivity Solutions Digital Distribution Display Systems Cloud Compute Satellite categories Best Satellite IoT solution Best Satellite Antenna Technology Best Satellite Solution for Broadcast & Media Best Next-Gen Satellite Application Best Mission-Critical Satellite Solution Best VSAT Service Provider Best Managed Satellite Network Best Contribution to Sustainable Satellite Operations Benchmarking Best Practice The Awards are all set to provide a Best Practice beacon for the broadcasting industry at large. Their goal is to set high industry standards for key players, and the event's 'must-attend' status is reinforced by the premium networking opportunities at the exclusive, invite-only gala dinner.
