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Personnel-y Speaking — Global Satcom Connections has launched it services providing executive placement services for the satellite communications and broadband industries worldwide. Global Satcom Connections founder, C.J. Foster, has more than 20 years experience in the broadband, microwave, wireless, and satellite industries and will use her extensive contacts in the industry to provide a unique approach to the hiring process. C.J. Foster stated “The term ‘matchmaker’ is a much more appropriate description for GSC than ‘headhunter.’ We realize that a great match is based upon a number of factors and GSC concentrates on finding that exceptional match.” For further information, contact her at (408) 396-8070.

Financially Speaking — Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) announced a 2008 second quarter income of $19 million, (after a $12 million provision for employee-related expenses and recording of accounting losses, in consequence of the strengthening of the NIS vis-a-vis the USD, in an amount of approx. $36 million), as compared with $ 14 million for the second quarter of 2007, an increase of 36 percent. Company sales for the second quarter of 2008 reached $891 million compared with $790 million, a 13 per cent increased from the 2007 second quarter. IAI’s back log of orders totaled approximately $7.8 billion as of June 30, 2008, representing an 8 per cent increased from June 30, 2007. The $1.905 billion in sales during the first half of 2008 is a new six month sales record. The complete financial report is available here…

dtac To Deliver 3G To Thailand — Thailand’s National Telecommunications Commission has approved Telenor subsidiary dtac’s plans to upgrade its existing 800MHz network with the High-Speed Packet Access (HSPA), or third generation services (3G). dtac will build approximately 1,200 new base stations during the first phase of the upgrade plan, at an estimated cost of approximately five million baht. Initially, dtac will introduce 3G services into Bangkok, Phuket, and Chon Buri, which are major provinces with high market demands. The company is confident that it will complete the installation and launch commercial services within one year after obtaining official approval. The CEO of dtac, Sigve Brekke, thanks the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC) for valuing the importance of the telecom industry of Thailand and for promoting fair competition in the business.

Moving On Up — Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) has appointed David R. Apt, Catherine Lamb-Heinz, and Daniel J. McClain as vice presidents of communications. Apt was named as vice president of communications for the company’s Technical Services sector and will report to James L. Cameron, corporate vice president and president of Technical Services. Lamb-Heinz was appointed vice president of communications for the Electronic Systems sector and will report to James F. Pitts, corporate vice president and president of Electronic Systems. McClain was named vice president of enterprise communications and will report to Darryl M. Fraser, corporate vice president of communications.

Conference Chat — Just announced! Scott Teissler, CTO, EVP and Digital Technology Strategist, Turner Broadcasting and CNN, will give the keynote presentation on opening day for HD World, SATCON, and the IP Media Expo (October 15-16, 2008, New York, NY)! You can attend keynote presentations with your full conference badge or your free expo pass! Plus, qualified end-users may attend all of the sessions free of charge! CCW keynotes and other sessions will offer something for everyone, whether you’re involved in media, entertainment, an enterprise firm, government, or military. No matter whether your focus is HD, satellite, content management, delivery, IP video, or a combination of all — you will find visionary perspectives at CCW! Also on October 15, join the leaders of the satellite industry who will share their perspectives, discuss the key trends shaping the industry, the opportunities that lie ahead and the challenges that keep them up at night. Online registration is now available for HD World, SATCON and IP Media Expo, all part of the CCW (Content & Communications— that’s more than 40 conference sessions and 225 exhibits! Select the logo above for conference info and registration…

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