This report explores the² various initiatives aimed at developing hybrid satellite networks in Europe, involving both the space segment and a terrestrial segment of repeaters that are compatible with the satellite network. The award of two pan-European licences is expected to spur the development of mobile TV services, as well as mobile telephony and broadband solutions.
Key questions - What potential do these hybrid networks have? - What is CGC/DVB-SH technology that makes it possible to develop this type of network? - How do these hybrid networks work? - Which players will rely on these hybrid networks? - What services will these players offer? Where is the added value? - What strategies are chipset/device manufacturers employing, and what agreements have already been announced? - How do these players plan on positioning themselves with respect to mobile operators: as partners or rivals?
