SATCOM on the Move between Australia and US

Boeing has successfully demonstrated its SATCOM on the Move (SOTM) product on a live Ka-band satellite network.

The demonstration in May connected three sites in Australia and the US using integrated voice, video, and data communications over the increased bandwidth available on the latest generation Ka-band satellite mobile terminals.

During the demonstration, High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles (Humvees) fitted with cameras and handheld radios successfully connected to test labs in Australia and the US, simultaneously combining videoconferencing with military radio and telephones.

The integrated SOTM demonstration proved core elements of a seamless, secure and deployable communications system.

This latest SOTM product evolved from combat-proven technologies used by the US Army during Operation Iraqi Freedom in 2003.

"This demonstration shows the maturity and readiness of Boeing's capabilities in the suite of services required to provide satellite communications on the move," said Kim Gillis, vice president and managing director of Boeing Defence Australia.

"Our proven SOTM technology will provide defence customers with confidence that HQ on the Move capability can be achieved on the Ka-band satellite system ready for the WGS network," said Gillis.