ENTERTAINMENT CLOSE-UP-27 June 2008-Cobbett-Hill Earth Station Implements iDirect Hub(C)2008 - CloseUpMedia - newsdesk@closeupmedia.com

VT iDirect (iDirect), a company of VT Systems and a provider in satellite-based IP communications technology, announced that Cobbett-Hill Earth Station

The new offering will target a diverse range of vertical markets in the EMEA region. CHE is an independent UK-based teleport operator that provides a complete range of satellite and communication services for business and government customers.

With the debut of its new offering, CHE has signed its first VNO customer, AGC Marine Telecom, a European stabilized VSAT installer and distributor. AGC Marine will provide its mega yacht and cruise line customers with high-speed broadband connectivity supported by the advanced features of the iDirect platform.

In addition to its VNO operations, CHE will be launching an IP broadband service using iDirect's next-generation Evolution DVB-S2 system with Adaptive Coding and Modulation (ACM). The investment enables CHE to develop a multiple- satellite DVB-S2 network for operators with markets in Africa and the Middle East, where space segment remains highly limited.

"The iDirect platform offers the most flexibility and functionality of any system in the industry. With a single iDirect hub, Cobbett-Hill can offer SCPC, TDMA and DVB-S2 networks and support the unique demands of vertical markets. We look forward to offering our customers best-in-class services based on iDirect's advanced capabilities," said Paul O'Brien, Managing Director, Cobbett-Hill Earth Station.

"Cobbett-Hill is well positioned to grow its market opportunity at a critical time when satellite technology has advanced to deliver breakthrough efficiencies and better meet unique industry needs. We are pleased to welcome both Cobbett-Hill and AGC Marine to iDirect's network of global partners, said Stephen Tunnicliffe, Sales Director, Northern Europe, iDirect.

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