The broadband satellite industry is standing on the edge of a new age. Broadband over Ka-band satellite is about to become a reality with several launches scheduled for 2004 and early 2005. Ka-band will provide increased bandwidth for a fraction of the cost. Wholesale providers of satellite services are expanding their offerings from voice and video services to include Internet and data services. Improvements in scalability and affordability will determine the future of broadband satellite.
This report examines the growing satellite market for broadband services in North America and identifies opportunities for sellers and buyers of wholesale bandwidth to expand their service areas and offerings.
