DULUTH, GA, May 8, 2007 - Satnews Daily - DataPath, Inc., a provider of satellite and wireless communications networks around the world, has become an executive member of the Satellite Industry Association (SIA).
SIA is a U.S.-based trade association providing worldwide representation of the leading satellite operators, service providers, manufacturers, launch services providers, and ground equipment suppliers. SIA is the unified voice of the U.S. satellite industry on policy, regulatory, and legislative issues affecting the satellite business.
"We are delighted to bring our voice to this key industry group," said Dave Helfgott, president and chief operating officer, DataPath. "Our experience and perspectives will support the many important initiatives of the Satellite Industry Association."
"DataPath has been key to highly successful U.S. military satellite communications initiatives, and serves the government and broadcast markets with industry-leading automation and device control software," said David Cavossa, executive director, Satellite Industry Association. "Its expertise in defense, civilian government and broadcast makes it a valuable contributor to our association as we work to advance the industry."
DataPath has built more than 1,000 satellite terminals, and provided supporting software and services for programs such as the U.S. Army's Joint Network Node -- the backbone of high-bandwidth communications in Iraq -- and the U.S. Marine Corps' Support Wide Area Network. Through its commercial model and agile production capability, DataPath has set new standards for rapid, high-quality manufacturing of rugged, state-of-the-art tactical satcom terminals.
DataPath's battlefield communications networks and field service representatives have been called on to support the U.S. Army's 1st Cavalry, 3rd Infantry, 4th Infantry, 10th Mountain, 25th Infantry, 82nd Airborne and 101st Airborne Divisions, and many other brigade combat teams and units. The company also delivers communications solutions to the commercial sector. Its MaxView network control software is currently used by government and commercial organizations, including many of the world's leading broadcast companies.
DataPath, Inc. designs and delivers specialized satellite and wireless communications networks. Its end-to-end solutions for military, government and business markets include communications hardware, MaxView(R) network control software and comprehensive services to help customers deploy, manage and support their networks, even in the most extreme conditions.
