The World Teleport Association congratulates the following winners of the organization’s Teleport Awards…
Independent Teleport Operator of the Year
du
Founded in 2006, du is a premier telecommunications entity in the UAE, offering services such as fixed line, mobile telephony, internet and digital TV to a diverse clientele. Serving as a holistic service provider, du extends its services to premium DTH channels within the UAE and the broader Gulf Cooperation Council region, offering carrier, internet exchange, and pivotal satellite solutions for broadcasters.
With a strong emphasis on user experience, du delivers robust platforms across DTH/satellite, media fiber, digital asset management and OTT realms. Dedicated to fostering client growth, du champions advanced technological integration, process optimization and consistent viewer satisfaction. Utilizing its cutting-edge satellite and terrestrial capabilities, du promises unparalleled reach. By adeptly navigating the complexities of the dynamic broadcast and media landscape, du empowers broadcasters and content creators to adapt and excel in the face of evolving consumer trends.
In the past year, du’s crowning achievement was being chosen by Eutelsat, a leading satellite operator, for broadcast services across the UAE. This collaboration resulted in a multi-transponder contract with Eutelsat’s prominent 7/8° West orbital position, a primary broadcasting hub for the Middle East and North Africa, reaching approximately 60 million homes with over 1,000 channels. Eutelsat has since extended its alliance with du, enhancing Direct-to-Home satellite services throughout the MENA region.
Teleport Technology of the Year
QuadSAT System (Denmark)
QuadSAT’s drone-based system provides users with flexible and accurate antenna testing and calibration. It delivers cost- and time-efficient testing and verification of RF equipment, without compromising on quality. The mobile system comprises a drone, a custom-designed payload and Quadsat’s proprietary pre- and post-flight software. Using drones to perform these kinds of tests is drastically reducing complexity, making it possible to test satellite ground stations anywhere, all while ensuring a high level of accuracy, something not previously synonymous with on-site testing.
Tests are fully automated, flexible and location independent and a broad range of testing missions can be undertaken, anytime, anywhere, depending on user requirements. This is making high quality antenna testing and diagnostics accessible, helping the satellite industry deliver seamless connectivity, reduce the risk of interference and keep customers connected. The system ensures repeatability, control over the drone during measurements, ease of operation and data delivery in a uniform format.
The Quadsat solution allows teleports to quickly validate their antennas, optimize its performance and obtain uplink approval with satellite operators. Additionally, periodic monitoring of antenna performance can result in reduced power consumption and maximized throughput for antennas.
Teleport Executive of the Year
Sergey Raber, COO and Director of Operations, AXESS Networks Sergey Raber has served as COO and Director of Operations at AXESS Networks’ German office in Ruppichteroth for 16 years. He joined CeTel as a Project Manager in 2006 prior to its acquisition by AXESS Networks. In his current position, Mr. Raber is responsible for management of teleport operations, pre-sales and engineering, CRM system optimization and M&A assistance, in addition to expanding the company’s maritime support and integration of new services as well as its automation and orchestration services in the NOC. He was responsible for developing AXESS Networks’ in-house Monitoring System and its in-house Helpdesk System.
Before joining AXESS Networks, Mr. Raber worked as a scientist, conducting research in the field of Satellite Telecommunications at GMD/Fraunhofer FOKUS in St. Augustin, Germany. He participated in multiple international scientific projects during his 9 years as a researcher. Mr. Raber began his career as an Engineer at Optima JSC in Moscow, Russia, while completing his studies at the Moscow State Institute for Electronics and Mathematics. He also later received a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Wales in 2013. Mr. Raber has provided his technical insights in several publications, including Satellite ISP Market, Future Mobile Communication Networks and multiple WTA research reports, He has also collaborated on training, certification, publication and study programs with multiple major industry players, including Newtec, SES, Arabsat, Eutelsat, Hispasat, Comtech, UHP, Vertex and Kratos.