The Asian satellite industry is under significant pressure to transform due to the proliferation of broadband delays and technological disruptions such as OTT, according to Thaicom chief commercial officer Patompob (Nile) Suwansiri.
“We are at the very beginning of the next wave of satellite network applications – the 5G ecosystem.. Satellite will help ensure that the networks are ready to turn 5G use cases into reality by way of backhaul services,” Suwansiri said.
“As consumers begin to incorporate many new data-intensive applications into their daily lives – Internet of Things (IoT) technology, linking dozens of personal devices simultaneously, and autonomous vehicles that demand constant connection with infrastructure, other vehicles, and drivers themselves – we will need a much more robust network than exists today.”
Like many satellite operators, Thaicom is seeking to stay ahead of the curve and respond to these challenges, Suwansiri said.
“In essence we are moving closer downstream to the end-user with cost-effective solutions to answer the ever-increasing data demand in order to offset the declining satellite wholesale market.”
At CommunicAsia, Thaicom is showcasing its latest porfolio of products aimed industry verticals with new and enhanced solutions, including its new Nava maritime service.
Nava is Thaicom’s flagship mobile broadband service, and the maritime solution is expected to enable a broadband experience previously unavailable to the maritime industry.
Meanwhile in the broadcast sector, Thaicom’s Hybrid Video Platform is designed to help broadcasters deliver content to viewers on demand.
The end-to-end hybrid video distribution platform for both DTH and OTT content distribution can help broadcasters deliver video to any device, anywhere at any time.
Booth: 1P2-07 (CommunicAsia)