IPSTAR Co. Ltd., a subsidiary of Shin Satellite Plc., one of Asia's leading satellite operators, has signed a contract with Macquarie Telecom Pty Ltd, a leading Australian provider of Information and Communication Technology. IPSTAR's next generation, satellite-based Internet services will enhance Macquarie Telecom’s network coverage across Australia and enable customers to access business voice and data networks not normally accessible via terrestrial communications services.
The new Macquarie Telecom IPSTAR Satellite Service will be a purpose-built broadband access network designed for two-way broadband services over satellite. It will support voice and data IP applications including high-speed access to the Internet, email, data broadcast, VOIP and videoconferencing.
According to Glen Noble, General Manager Data and Hosting, Macquarie Telecom, “Our business and government customers with regional or remote offices have told us they need secure, remote, high-speed IP connectivity. The Macquarie Telecom IPSTAR Satellite Service is a simple, modular way to deliver these services and integrate them into our customer’s existing network infrastructure.”
Mr. Komson Seripapong, IPSTAR General Manager for Australia and New Zealand, said, “Macquarie Telecom is one of the largest providers of voice and data services to the business and government sector in Australia, so we are honored the company has chosen to deploy the IPSTAR service.”
“The agreement will add to the long-term viability of IPSTAR in Australia. Together with Macquarie Telecom we will deliver satellite broadband services to some of the leading organisations in the local market,” said Komson.
“The IPSTAR service has a footprint that covers the whole of Australia and the wireless technology eliminates potential broadband blackspots. For customers this means superior access to voice and data services, which in turn enhances their day-to-day operations.”
Added Komson, “The agreement with Macquarie Telecom builds on the applications IPSTAR has already successfully integrated into the Australian market, such as database (Citrix) and Video Conferencing.”
About Macquarie Telecom
Founded in 1992, Macquarie Telecom is an established and progressive supplier of secure voice, data, mobile and hosting solutions to the business and government markets in Australia and Asia. Macquarie Telecom delivers intelligent ICT solutions combined with leading-edge management tools, managed security services and a unique level of proactive and personal customer service. The company holds carrier licenses in Australia, Singapore and Hong Kong. Further information at www.macquarietelecom.com
For more information contact:
Shin Satellite:
Mrs. Janaskorn Pongchabubnapa,
International Press and Investor Relations,
Shin Satellite Plc, 41/103 Rattanathibet Rd.,
Nonthaburi 11000, Thailand.
Tel. (66 2) 591-0736 to 49 Ext. 8495
Fax. (66 2) 591-0724,
email:
[email protected]
Macquarie Telecom:
Amanda Galmes
N2N Communications
+ 61 2 8396 6002
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