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Hampshire, UK, Dec. 11, 2018

 john-mulroe.jpgSpacePath Communications, a dedicated, European-based, SATCOM amplifier manufacturer and equipment supplier, has announced the appointment of John Mulroe as Business Development Manager, North America.Bringing a wealth of industry experience to SpacePath, John previously worked for Thales Electron Devices (TWT) as sales manager, and at satellite uplink equipment suppli

London, UK, Dec. 10, 2018

The international satellite industry has confirmed executives to serve on the Global VSAT Forum (GVF) Board of Directors to lead the association as it continues to build greater awareness and use of the applications, services, and technological advantages provided by satellite-based solutions.

Ra’anana, Israel, Dec. 5, 2018

 gary-grutin.jpgNovelSat, a world leader in satellite transmission technology, today announced that Gary Drutin has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer of NovelSat and as a member of the Board of Directors of the company. The Board has accepted the request by Itzik Wulkan to be released from his position as CEO, a role he has held since co-founding NovelSat 11 years ago.

London, UK, December 4, 2018

 greg-wyler.jpgFounder and Executive Chairman of OneWeb, Greg Wyler, has been named SSPI UK Space & Satellite Personality of the Year. The Board of SSPI UK Chapter voted Mr. Wyler winner of this annual award for his contribution to the UK space and satellite sector and his recognition of the UK as an important space hub, selecting London as a base for his business.

McLean, Va., Dec. 1, 2018

 Peter_Cabooter.jpgAireon announced today that Peter Cabooter has joined the executive team, fulfilling a newly created position, Vice President of Customer Affairs.

Munich, Germany,  November 27, 2018

 heimbecher.jpgImagine Communications has appointed Stephan Heimbecher as its new international director of consulting services, based out of Munich, Germany. Heimbecher joins Imagine Communications from Sky Deutschland, where he spent the last 16 years at the helm of innovation and standards for the German media company.

Issy-les-Moulineaux, France, Nov. 26, 2018

 roussel-29nov2018.jpgThe Board of Directors of ArianeGroup has endorsed the proposal made by Airbus and Safran and has approved on November 22, 2019, the appointment of Andre-Hubert Roussel, 53, to succeed Alain Charmeau,62, as Chief Executive Officer of the company, effective January 1, 2019.

Munich, Germany, November 26,  2018

 Barbara-Bergmeier.jpgAirbus Defence and Space has appointed Barbara Bergmeier, 50, as Head of Operations and Member of the Executive Committee, effective 1 December 2018. She succeeds André-Hubert Roussel, 53, who will become Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of ArianeGroup, a 50-50 joint venture between Airbus and Safran, effective 1 January 2019.

Middletown, RI, Nov. 15, 2018

 bent-brun.jpgKVH Industries today announced that Brent Bruun has expanded his responsibilities as chief operating officer, and Mark Woodhead has been named executive vice president of mobile connectivity. 

Herndon, VA, Nov. 5, 2018

 peraton-15nov2018.jpgPeraton has announced the appointment of Alan Stewart as executive vice president and chief financial officer.