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July 2008

PANASONIC AVIONICS CORPORATION LICENSES iDIRECT'S SATELLITE IP ROUTER TECHNOLOGY TO POWER IN-FLIGHT BROADBAND SYSTEM Learn More
TELECOMUNICACIONES BANTEL SELECTS iDIRECT PLATFORM TO OFFER GSM SATELLITE BACKHAUL IN VENEZUELA Learn More

June 2008

TATANET PARTNERS WITH VT IDIRECT & ST ELECTRONICS TO EXPAND SERVICES IN DEMANDING MARKETS Learn More
iDIRECT ROLLS OUT NEW EVOLUTION DVB-S2/ACM PRODUCT LINE, INTRODUCES EVOLUTION X3 ROUTER, XLC-10 LINE CARD AND IDX SOFTWARE Learn More
COBBETT-HILL EARTH STATION INSTALLS iDIRECT HUB TO OFFER VNO Learn More
BT LATAM COLOMBIA SELECTS iDIRECT PLATFORM TO SUPPORT GOVERNMENT INITIATIVE TO CONNECT NATIONAL HOUSING BUREAUS Learn More

April 2008

IDIRECT, ERICSSON-OMAN TEAM TO BRING COST EFFICIENT GSM BACKHAUL SOLUTION TO MARKET Learn More
IDIRECT FORMALIZES HUB OWNER USER GROUP Learn More
MALAYSIAN SATELLITE OPERATOR SCOPETEL STANDARDIZES SERVICES ON IDIRECT PLATFORM Learn More

March 2008

CHILDREN'S NATIONAL MEDICAL CENTER IMPLEMENTS INTERNATIONAL TELEMEDICINE NETWORK BUILT ON iDIRECT PLATFORM Learn More
iDIRECT SELECTED BY RUSSIAN NETWORK OPERATOR HELIOSNET Learn More
ASTRIUM SERVICES SELECTS iDIRECT PLATFORM FOR NEWLY ESTABLISHED TELEPORT IN TOULOUSE, FRANCE Learn More

February 2008

iDIRECT APPOINTS CHRIS BURDICK TO LEAD GLOBAL PRODUCT MANAGEMENT Learn More
iDIRECT VALIDATES DVB-S2 EVOLUTION PLATFORM PERFORMANCE USING TELESAT SATELLITE Learn More
iDIRECT, WORLD VISION AND INTELSAT TO PROVIDE SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS TO THE MOST REMOTE REGIONS OF THE WORLD Learn More
iDIRECT PLATFORM NAMED 2008 TELEPORT TECHNOLOGY OF THE YEAR BY WORLD TELEPORT ASSOCIATION Learn More
iDIRECT, SEA TEL INTEGRATE TECHNOLOGIES TO EXTEND INTELSAT'S GLOBAL MARITIME BROADBAND SERVICE Learn More

January 2008

AUSTRALIAN SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS CHOOSES iDIRECT PLATFORM TO EXPAND SERVICES INTO SOUTHEAST ASIA, NORTH AND SOUTH PACIFIC Learn More
iDIRECT PLATFORM SELECTED BY TELEFONOS DEL NORTE TO POWER BROADBAND NETWORK IN CENTRAL AMERICA Learn More
iDIRECT RECOGNIZED AS AN INNOVATOR BY CHINA'S SATELLITE INDUSTRY Learn More

December 2007

iDIRECT ACHIEVES 47% SHARE OF TOTAL TDMA SATELLITE HUBS SALES, LEADS INDUSTRY ACCORDING TO COMSYS Learn More
iDIRECT GRANTED PATENTS FOR LEADING SATELLITE INDUSTRY TECHNOLOGIES Learn More

October 2007

iDIRECT NAMED ON WASHINGTON BUSINESS JOURNAL'S LIST OF FASTEST GROWING COMPANIES Learn More

September 2007

iDIRECT INTRODUCES THREE INNOVATIONS AT IBC2007 SPOTLIGHTING NEXT GENERATION SATELLITE SYSTEMS Learn More

August 2007

iDIRECT AND DTECH LABS SUCCESSFULLY TEST WHISPER VOIP SYSTEM TO PROVIDE OPTIMIZED VOIP PERFORMANCE OVER THE iDIRECT VSAT PLATFORM Learn More
iDIRECT NAMES NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Learn More
iDIRECT SETS UP PRESENCE IN DUBAI Learn More

July 2007

INTELSAT SELECTS iDIRECT PLATFORM TO POWER GLOBAL MARITIME SOLUTION Learn More
iDIRECT TECHNOLOGIES SETS UP WHOLLY OWNED SUBSIDIARY, iDIRECT GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGIES INC., TO EXPAND GOVERNMENT BUSINESS Learn More
iDIRECT ANNOUNCES DVB-S2/ACM MIGRATION FOR RELEASE IN FOURTH QUARTER 2007 Learn More
iDIRECT SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS PLATFORM SELECTED BY CHINA'S CROSSSAT TELECOM TECHNOLOGY CO. LTD TO PROVIDE IP BROADBAND SERVICES TO OIL AND GAS INDUSTRY Learn More

June 2007

iDIRECT INTRODUCES SMALL FORM-FACTOR "COMMS ON THE MOVE" TECHNOLOGY AND GLOBAL NETWORK MANAGEMENT SOLUTION TO MEET MILITARY AND COMMERCIAL NEEDS Learn More
iDIRECT PROVIDES SATELLITE NETWORK OPERATORS WITH A DIVERSIFIED BANDWIDTH DELIVERY MODEL THROUGH NEW GROUP QoS FUNCTIONALITY Learn More
iDIRECT EXPANDS SATELLITE BUSINESS IN ASIA PACIFIC Learn More
FROST & SULLIVAN RECOGNIZES iDIRECT'S OUTSTANDING GROWTH IN THE VSAT MARKET Learn More
iDIRECT INSTALLS FIRST SATELLITE HUB IN CHINA Learn More
INDOSATM2 (IM2) LAUNCHES NEW KU-BAND SATELLITE BROADBAND BUILT ON iDIRECT PLATFORM Learn More
PAK DATACOM SELECTS iDIRECT SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS PLATFORM TO EXPAND BROADBAND SERVICES IN PAKISTAN Learn More

March 2007

iDirect Technologies and X-Analog Partner to Provide Distance Learning Solution for Old Dominion University Learn More
Intelsat, iDirect and TANDBERG Join Forces to Educate Scouts on Satellite Capabilities Learn More
SES Americom Selects iDirect to Support REDiSat Network Learn More

January 2007

SkyVision Selects the iDirect Technologies Platform To Deploy New Satellite Services In The EMEA Region Learn More
Batelco Selects iDirect Technologies Platform To Expand Their Presence In The Middle East Region Learn More

November 2006

iDirect Technologies Named One Of The Ten Fastest Growing Companies In The Washington D.C. Metro Area iDirect Technologies Named One Of The Ten Fastest Growing Companies In The Washington D.C. Metro Area Learn More
iDirect Technologies Initiates Rigorous FIPS 140-2 Government Security Validation Process iDirect Technologies Initiates Rigorous FIPS 140-2 Government Security Validation Process Learn More

October 2006

iDirect Technologies And UTStarcom Successfully Test Next-Generation All-IP CDMA Solution To Expand Cellular Coverage iDirect Technologies And UTStarcom Successfully Test Next-Generation All-IP CDMA Solution To Expand Cellular Coverage Learn More
iDirect Technologies Announces The Appointment Of Toni Lee Rudnicki As Chief Marketing Officer Learn More

August 2006

iDirect Technologies Launches The Latest Release Of Their Enhanced Software The 7.0 software will allow satellite providers to better support diverse customers requirements from a single platform, and maximize their hardware investment. Learn More
Electronics Corporation Of India Selects iDirect VSAT To Support Survey Of India iDirect Technologies, a company of Vision Technologies Systems, today announced a new partnership with Electronics Corporation of India Limited (ECIL) to offer improved communications capabilities via satellite networks to customers in the Indian market. Learn More
iDirect Technologies Announces Release Of Transmission Security (TRANSEC) New release offers highest level of integrated security for IP broadband VSAT market Learn More
iDirect Technologies Unveils Spread Spectrum-Enabled Coms-On-The-Move Solution The spread spectrum feature of the iDirect platform will enable broadband communications on the move (COTM) over satellite. Learn More

July 2006

iDirect Technologies Provides Satellite-Based Broadband Platform To Farmacias Similares In Latin America iDirect Technologies (iDirect), a company of Vision Technologies Systems Inc., announced today that it has been selected by Elara Networks, a leading satellite network service provider in Latin America, to provide the technology platform to Farmacias Similares, a privately held pharmacy chain based in Mexico. Learn More

June 2006

Jorge Forgues of iDirect Named Private Company CFO of the Year The Northern Virginia Technology Council named Jorge Forgues the Private Company CFO of the Year. Learn More
ip.access and iDirect collaborate to offer remote GSM picocell solution with satellite backhaul Cambridge, June 12th 2006 -- ip.access ltd, a leading developer of in-building wireless picocell solutions, today announces that its nanoGSM picocell solution has successfully completed testing for interoperability with VSAT satellite equipment from iDirect, the satellite-based broadband access solutions developer. ip.access has joined iDirect's IP Alliance, and the two companies now offer a proven solution for enhancing GSM coverage and capacity in remote locations worldwide. Learn More
atrexx And iDirect Announce A Valued Added Distributor Agreement New Partnership Will Enable Greater Broadband Service Throughout Europe, The Middle East, Asia, And Africa Learn More

May 2006

GTSC selects the iDirect Platform For Their Network Operation In The Middle East North Africa Region GTSC (Global Telecom Services Company) deployed an iDirect platform to launch its operations in the Middle East North Africa (MENA) market. With this agreement GTSC will be one of the largest iDirect Technology operators in the MENA region. The new network will support all satellite-based IP Communications in the region. Learn More
iDirect Technologies Awarded Marketing Campaign Of The Year American Marketing Association Award recognizes the top Telecom/Technology marketer in the DC region. The award was in recognition of iDirect's highly successful "No Constraints" campaign, a fully integrated worldwide marketing program leveraging Print Media, Online Marketing, Direct Marketing, Public Relations and Event Marketing Learn More
iDirect Technologies Executive to Speak at GlobalComm 2006 New Satellite Technology Will Deliver Cellular Service To Remote Regions Learn More

March 2006

iDirect Technologies Selected By Globecomm Systems For Broadband Over Satellite Solution In The Europe, Middle East And Africa Region iDirect Technologies (iDirect), a division of Vision Technologies Systems Inc., announced today that Globecomm Systems Inc. will deploy an iDirect platform to support their customer in the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) markets. Learn More
iDirect Receives Frost and Sullivan Product Innovation Award Palo Alto, Calif. -- Frost & Sullivan recently selected iDirect Technologies, Inc. (iDirect) as the recipient of the 2006 Frost & Sullivan Award for Product Innovation for its newly announced iNFINITI VSAT Hub. The iNFNITI hub offers new opportunities to backhaul GSM traffic in addition to traditional broadband in a more efficient and cost-effective manner. Learn More

February 2006

iDirect Technologies Introduces Mesh For Their VSAT Platform At The Satellite 2006 Show Herndon, VA., February 6 2006 - iDirect Technologies (iDirect), a division of Vision Technologies Systems Inc., announced today the launch of their mesh solution for the iDirect platform. The iDirect Mesh product will allow a single hop connection between remote modems to support any real time application such as voice or video. iDirect designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband IP solutions. Learn More
iDirect Technologies Selected By Wide Area Computer Network LLC For VOIP Over WIFI Access Herndon, VA., February 7 2006 - iDirect Technologies (iDirect), a division of Vision Technologies Systems Inc., announced today that they will be part of a total solution to deploy Voice over Wi-Fi by Wide Area Computer Network L.L.C. (WACN) out of Dubai, UAE. The solution will enable Vo-Wi-Fi roaming across multiple access points. Learn More

January 2006

iDirect Technologies and Globecomm Systems Deploy A GSM Capable VSAT Hub iDirect Technologies and Globecomm Systems Deploy A GSM Capable VSAT Hub New Network Will Extend the Edge of GSM Networks Throughout the Middle East and North Africa Herndon, VA. and Hauppauge, NY - iDirect Technologies (iDirect), a division of Vision Technologies Systems Inc., and Globecomm Systems Inc. (Globecomm - NASDAQ: GCOM), today announced their first hub intended specifically to support GSM networks over satellite. The new VSAT hub will support multiple shared networks delivering GSM service throughout the EMEA region. iDirect designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband IP solutions while Globecomm is a global provider of end-to-end value-added satellite-based communications solutions. Learn More

November 2005

iDirect Inc's Acquisition By Vision Technologies Systems Completed Herndon, VA, Dec 1 2005 - iDirect Technologies today announced the completion of their acquisition by Vision Technologies Electronics, Inc., a subsidiary of Vision Technologies Systems, Inc. The acquisition follows the receipt of regulatory approvals and fulfillment of other closing conditions. Learn More

October 2005

iDirect Technologies Named Number 1 In Deloitte's Virginia Technology Fast 50 Ranking of Fastest-Growing Technology Companies Herndon, Va. -- October 13 -- iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions was named the number one company in the Virginia Deloitte Technology Fast 50. Rankings are based on the percentage revenue growth over five years from 2000 -- 2004. In this time period iDirect achieved an astounding 14,538% increase in revenue. Learn More
iDirect Named Number 17 in the Inc 500 List of Fastest Growing Private Companies Herndon, VA -- October 19 -- iDirect Technologies, a leading manufacturer of satellite based broadband hardware and software solutions has been named to the Inc. 500 2005 list of fastest growing private companies for the second year in a row. With revenue growth of 2,573% from 2002 to 2004, and 2004 revenue exceeding $50M, iDirect was ranked 17th in Inc. Magazines annual list of 500 top growth companies. Learn More
iDirect Technologies and Envivio Announce a Strategic Technology Relationship to Increase the Efficiency of Satellite Bandwidth Used for IP-Based Digital Video, Voice and Data Services HERNDON, VA & SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA-- October 13, 2005 - iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, and Envivio Inc., the leading provider of MPEG-4 (including AVC/H.264) systems that power services for the broadcast, mobile, enterprise and IPTV markets, today announced a strategic technology relationship to increase the efficiency of satellite bandwidth used for the distribution of IP-based digital video, voice and data services. Learn More
iDirect Named Number 3 In The Washington Business Journal List of Fastest Growing Companies Herndon, VA -- October 21 - The Washington Business Journal, the premier publication for Washington DC based business, released its annual list of fastest growing companies in the Washington DC metropolitan area. iDirect Technologies debuted on the 2005 list as the 3rd fastest growing company overall and the 2nd fastest growing private company. Learn More

August 2005

iDirect Technologies Achieves Major Landmark With The Shipment of their 200th VSAT Hub Herndon, Va. -- August 23, 2005 -- iDirect Technologies today announced the sale of their 200th IP based hub router solution to TelefÃ³nica CTC in Chile. This sale makes iDirect the top manufacturer of VSAT satellite hub routers worldwide. The iDirect family of hub router solutions allows satellite service providers to offer broadband service over satellite that matches the quality and performance of broadband terrestrial networks. iDirect makes this announcement less than a year after announcing their new groundbreaking iNFINITIÂ" series of VSAT Hubs and remote routers. Learn More
iDirect Technologies Enters $165M Agreement to Become Wholly-Owned Subsidiary of Singapore Technologies US Headquarters HERNDON, Va. -- August 30, 2005 - iDirect Technologies (iDirect), a privately held company that designs, develops and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, today announced the company has entered into a definitive merger agreement with Vision Technologies Electronics, Inc (VTEE) to become a wholly-owned subsidiary of VTEE. VTEE is a subsidiary of Vision Technologies Systems (VTS), the US headquarters of Singapore Technologies Engineering Ltd (ST Engineering) and will acquire iDirect at an enterprise value of US$165m. Learn More

July 2005

Direct Technologies Gains USDA/RUS Acceptance for Hub and Netmodem II Plus HERNDON, Va. -- July 11, 2005 - iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, today announced that it has been granted product acceptance by the Rural Utilities Services (RUS), making iDirect the first and only RUS listed VSAT solution. The RUS works to increase rural residents' economic opportunities and improve their quality of life. Their acceptance of iDirect equipment will open new avenues of communication for rural America, bringing residents access to the highest quality broadband services and VoIP capabilities in the satellite industry. Learn More
Master Consulting Selects iDirect Technologies to Upgrade their VSAT Communications Capabilities Herndon, Va. July 20 - iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband IP solutions announced today that Master Consulting (www.mcacom.net) will deploy an iDirect platform to support their customer in the European, Middle East and Africa markets. Learn More

June 2005

DigitalSkys Purchases iDirect Technologies Networking Equipment to Extend Broadband Services to Europe, Middle East and African Markets Dubai Internet City, UAE -- June 6, 2005 -- DigitalSkys, providers of the next generation in global telecommunications, announced today that the company has purchased and installed a 5IF broadband IP (Internet Protocol) VSAT networking hub from iDirect Technologies. The purchase of this hub will enable DigitalSkys to build the next generation IP networking platform with services aimed at Europe, the Middle East, Africa, India, and Australia. The hub will be based at the CYTA (Cyprus Telecommunications Authority) teleport in Cyprus with direct links to London. The initial service will be offered on NewSkies NSS6 and NSS7 satellites, which will allow for true global coverage. Learn More
iDirect Technologies Launches Global Edge Connect SUPERCOMM -- June 6, 2005 - iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, today announced the launch of their new Global Edge Connect solution to deliver last mile, wireless connectivity via satellite. Global Edge Connect is a complete wireless ISP solution that will incorporate a comprehensive carrier-class, scalable OSS solution from industry leader Pronto Networks. This new Wi-Fi over satellite solution will allow iDirect's service provider customers to easily and inexpensively deliver broadband service to rural towns and villages, campus environments, coastal regions, or any zone where mobile data is important. Learn More
SpeedCast Selects iDirect Technologies VSAT Solution to Expand Their Satellite Networking Services Herndon, Va. June 13 - iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband IP solutions, was selected by SpeedCast Ltd to provide the technology for their new satellite broadband platform. SpeedCast will resell the capacity of their iDirect Hub to service providers who can then act as Virtual Network Operators (VNO) anywhere in the SpeedCast coverage area. Learn More
iDirect Opens Singapore Office to Support Market Growth in South East Asia HERNDON, Va -- June 13, 2005 - iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband IP solutions, today announced the opening of a new office in Singapore to support strong growth in the South East Asia market. iDirect has enjoyed incredible success in this region and this new office will prove an effective tool in expanding their presence there. The company recognizes Singapore as an ideal location for the South East Asia office as it is central to the region and well equipped to serve customers efficiently and effectively. Learn More
iDirect and Loral Skynet Demonstrate Remote Broadband Wireless Connectivity at CommunicAsia Herndon, Va. and Bedminster, N.J. -- June 14, 2005 --iDirect Technologies, a leading hardware supplier that markets the fastest, most reliable two-way satellite-based broadband access hubs, and Loral Skynet, a leading satellite communications company, today announced a joint demonstration of a new wireless broadband connectivity solution at CommunicAsia 2005 in Singapore. The new solution carries broadband traffic over Loral Skynet's SkyReachSM IP-based satellite communications service, to iDirect remote equipment, connecting end-users to the Internet via WiFi protocol. Learn More
iDirect Named A "Best Place To Work In Greater Washington" By Washington Business Journal Arlington, VA -- June 14, 2005 -Washington Business Journal recognized iDirect Technologies as one of the region's best places to work at an inaugural breakfast awards program Friday, June 10th at the Hilton McLean Tysons Corner. The award recognizes the company's achievements in creating a positive work environment that attracts and retains employees through a combination of employee satisfaction, working conditions and company culture. Learn More
Teleport Services International Offers Managed Network Services To iDirect VSAT Network Operators HERNDON, Va. -- June 15, 2005 - iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, today announced Teleport Services International (TSI) has launched its iNOC Managed Network Service for satellite Network Operators (NO's) and Virtual Network Operators (VNO's) that use iDirect's advanced VSAT network systems. TSI's 24/7 Internet Network Operations Center (iNOC) interconnects to a NO's iDirect VSAT Hub via redundant VPN links, to provide reliable, real-time, network management, performance measurement, diagnostics and end user "help desk" functions. Learn More
John Kealey of iDirect Technologies Named Winner of Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The YearÂ® 2005 Award WASHINGTON, June 27 /PRNewswire/ -- John Kealey of iDirect Technologies was named a winner by professional services firm Ernst & Young LLP for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year(R) 2005 Awards in Greater Washington in the Communications category. John was selected from 30 finalists in the Greater Washington program, by an independent panel of judges comprised of local business, academic and community leaders and announced at an award banquet on June 23, at the Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner. Learn More

May 2005

iDirect Technologies Awarded 2005 Innovation & Technology of the Year by The ISCe Advisory Board Herndon, Va. May 16 - iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband IP solutions, was awarded the 2005 Innovation & Technology of the Year by the ISCe Advisory Board. This honor is awarded every year to the company in the satellite industry identified for their outstanding broadband service applications. Learn More
John Kealey of iDirect Technologies Named Finalist For Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The YearÂ® 2005 Award HERNDON, Va. -- May 25, 2005 - iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, today announced that the company's CEO, John Kealey was named a finalist by professional services firm Ernst & Young LLP for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The YearÂ® 2005 Awards in the Greater Washington Area. Mr. Kealey was selected from 63 nominations in the Greater Washington Area by a panel of independent judges comprised of area business leaders. Award recipients will be announced at the awards banquet on June 23, 2005 at The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner, in McLean, Virginia. Learn More

April 2005

iDirect Technologies and Signal Mountain Announce A Strategic Partnership HERNDON, VA and ALPHARETTA, GA -- April 18, 2005 - iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, and Signal Mountain, a leading provider of broadband connectivity for business-class services today announced a technology partnership to provide greater networking capabilities to Signal Mountain customers who utilize satellite access as part of their networking solution. Learn More
iDirect and Helius Inc. Announce Strategic Technology Relationship HERNDON, VA and LINDON, UT -- April 18, 2005 - iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, and Helius, Inc., the worldwide leader in business class data broadcasting solutions today announced a strategic technology relationship to provide an evolutionary platform for the distribution of data, rich media and business information. Learn More

March 2005

iDirect Technologies Awarded 2005 Teleport Technology of the Year by The World Teleport Association Herndon, Va. March 25 - iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband IP solutions, was awarded the Teleport Technology of the Year Award by The World Teleport Association. This honor is awarded every year to the company in the satellite industry whose technology has best contributed to the growth and development of the teleport industry for a period of not less than two years. Learn More

February 2005

iDirect Technologies Launches Web Compression Solution for the VSAT Industry Herndon, Va. - February 23, 2005 - iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, today announced the latest addition to their product platform. The addition of the iDirect Compression and Acceleration Server (CAS) technology to the iDirect platform will allow new or existing iDirect customers to reduce their bandwidth costs for web based applications on average by 50%. Learn More
John Kealey Selected Via Satellite Magazine's Satellite Executive of the Year 2004 Potomac, MD-February 25, 2005--The editors of Access Intelligence's Via Satellite magazine selected John Kealey, President and CEO, iDirect Technologies, as its Satellite Executive of the Year 2004. In its 17th year, the award honors the satellite executive who made a lasting business impact on the global satellite industry during the previous calendar year. Learn More

January 2005

iDirect Technologies and Loral Skynet Demonstrate Remote Broadband Wireless Connectivity at the PTC Show in Hawaii Herndon, Va. -- January 18, 2005 --iDirect Technologies, a leading hardware supplier that markets the fastest, most reliable two-way satellite-based broadband access hubs, and Loral Skynet, a leading satellite communications company, today announced a joint demonstration of a new wireless broadband connectivity solution at the Pacific Telecommunications Council (PTC) conference in Hawaii. The new solution carries broadband traffic over Loral Skynet's SkyReachSM IP-based satellite communications service, to iDirect remote equipment, connecting end-users to the Internet via WiFi protocol. Learn More
iDirect Technologies and Pronto Networks Partner to Provide Wi-Fi Operations Support Systems to the VSAT Industry Herndon, VA and PLEASANTON, CA -- January 25, 2005 - iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, today announced an agreement with Pronto Networks to incorporate the company's Operations Support System (OSS) into its product offering to deliver last mile, wireless connectivity via satellite. This agreement will make iDirect a preferred reseller of Pronto Networks' solutions to the VSAT industry, and will allow new or existing iDirect customers to deploy and manage large-scale, public hotspot and hot zone networks. Learn More

November 2004

KU Band HERNDON, Va. -- November 04, 2004 -- iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, and Netcom Africa, a Nigeria based provider ofvideo, data, and voice over wireless, today announced the launch of a major satellite network over Africa. The Netcom Africa network will support both C and KU bands enabling internet access, private networks, auto tracking and mobile applications to customers throughout Africa. Learn More
IP-based StratosITekÂ" system will provide advanced data and voice connectivity for leading offshore worldwide oil and gas drilling contractor HOUSTON, Tx. -- November 10, 2004 -- Stratos Global Corp. (TSX: SGB), a leading global communications services and solutions provider, today announced a three-year contract to install and support a broadband data and voice communications system for approximately 60 GlobalSantaFe Corporation offshore drilling rigs and remote offices worldwide. Learn More

October 2004

iDirect Technologies Hires Chief Financial Officer to Lead Corporate Growth Opportunities HERNDON, Va. -- October 6, 2004 -- iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions using Internet protocols, announced today that Jorge Raul Forgues has joined the company as its Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Learn More
iDirect Technologies Secures $5 Million Line of Credit From Silicon Valley Bank HERNDON, Va. -- October 6, 2004 -- John Kealey, CEO of iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions using Internet protocols, announced today that the company has secured a $5 million line of credit from Silicon Valley Bank. Learn More
C-COM Satellite Systems and iDirect Technologies Deliver Mobile Satellite Based Solutions into Vehicles OTTAWA, Canada -- October 13, 2004 -- C-COM Satellite Systems Inc., a Canadian publicly traded company (TSXV: CMI) and a leader in the development, manufacturing and deployment of mobile satellite-based technology has adapted its iNetVu Mobile Platform to work seamlessly with iDirect Technologies NetModem II products. iDirect Technologies designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions using Internet protocols. Learn More
iDirect Technologies Places in Top Half of Deloitte & Touche Technology Fast 500 National Ranking RESTON, Va. -- iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband IP solutions, has been ranked 196th nationally in the Deloitte & Touche's Technology Fast 500 Program for 2003. The ranking is based on the percentage of growth in fiscal year revenues over five years, from 1998 through 2002. Learn More
iDirect Technologies Makes The Inc. 500 List of America's Fastest Growing Companies for Second Year Running HERNDON, Va. -- October 21, 2004 -- Inc. Magazine, the premier publication for small and medium businesses, today released its 23rd annual Inc. 500 ranking of the fastest-growing private businesses in the country. iDirect Technologies, a designer and developer of satellite-based broadband access solutions, has made the list for the second year in a row, ranking #86 on the 2004 list with five-year sales growth of 1627%. Learn More
iDirect Technologies Satellite Networking Solution Deployed in the US Army's Worldwide 'Connect the Logistician Program' HERNDON, Va. -- October 26, 2004 -- iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, today announced the deployment of their remote Very Small Aperture Terminal (VSAT) satellite solution supporting the US Army's Connect the Logistician Program. The iDirect solution, incorporated into the Combat Service Support (CSS) VSAT network, allows combat support personnel to transmit supply requisitions in real time. The remote communication capability eliminates the need for couriers to deliver requests in person reducing exposure to potential hostile situations. The initial network launch will call for 200 units to be deployed immediately with a growth potential to well over 1,000 units over the next 18 months. Learn More
iDirect Technologies Achieves Milestone of 100th Satellite Hub Sale to Telenor Satellite Services HERNDON, Va. -- October 26, 2004 -- iDirect Technologies today announced that they have surpassed the milestone of their 100th hub router sold in the third quarter of 2004 in a contract to Telenor Satellite Services. This milestone makes iDirect the market leader for IP star topology satellite hub routers worldwide. The iDirect family of hub router solutions allows service providers to offer broadband service over satellite that matches the quality and performance of broadband terrestrial networks. This announcement comes after a year of aggressive growth, including the opening of new iDirect regional offices in Asia and Latin America. Learn More
iDirect Technologies Launches The New iDirect iNFINITI SeriesTM of Broadband Internet Protocol Satellite Networking Products at SATCON 2004 HERNDON, Va. -- October 26, 2004 -- iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, today announced at the 2004 SatCon Exhibit and Conference in the Jacob Javits Center in New York that they are broadening their product offering to better support their customers and the industry. The iDirect iNFINITI seriesTM product line includes the 3000, 5000 and 7000 series of remote VSAT routers supporting different levels of user requirements as well as a family of line cards enabling network operators to support SCPC, Mesh and Star networks to multiple satellites all from a single hub chassis. The hub solutions built from the iDirect iNFINITI seriesTM platform will allow for scalability to multiple thousands of remote sites. To manage the entire network, operators will be able to use the iDirect scalable Network Management System (NMS) architecture to support global network customers with a single NMS for worldwide implementation. Learn More
iDirect Technologies Launches IP Alliance ProgramSM to Enable Enterprise Applications HERNDON, Va. -- October 26, 2004 -- iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, today announced that the company has launched a newly developed IP Alliance ProgramSM to support development and deployment of enterprise-class broadband applications. Intel, the world's largest chipmaker, has been named the program's first Certified Technology Member. Learn More
Loral Skynet Adds iDirect Equipment for its Global Private Networking Services HERNDON, Va. -- October 27, 2004 -- iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, today announced today that Loral Skynet has agreed to implement four iDirect broadband IP hub chassis products as part of Loral Skynet's global IP-based private networking services. Learn More

September 2004

iDirect Technologies Announces Expansion into the Latin America Market RESTON, Va. - September 8, 2004 - In response to strong initial sales, and growing market demand, iDirect today announced the appointment of Felipe Gomez as the Regional Sales Director for Latin America. The addition of Mr. Gomez will help iDirect continue offering the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions to the Latin American markets. Learn More
National Guard Selects SkyPort International and iDirect As Satellite Solution for Emergency Response Communications System HERNDON, Va. -- September, 2004 -- SkyPort International and iDirect Technologies today announced that the National Guard has selected their joint satellite solution to provide an emergency communications network to National Guard teams designed to assist civilian agencies during crisis management events and terrorist threats. These teams, known as CERFP (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear or High Yield Explosive Enhanced Response Force Package), will support civilian first-responder teams around the country. The satellite networks deployed to these teams will provide a high speed Internet Protocol (IP) network supporting secure voice, video and broadband data in the event of loss or degradation of landline communication networks. Learn More
Equant launches satellite VPN solutions in partnership with Intelsat and iDirect AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands (Sept. 20, 2004) - Equant (NYSE: ENT) (Euronext Paris: EQU), Intelsat and iDirect Technologies have formed a partnership to globally launch a set of fully managed, satellite-based, Wide Area Network (WAN) services. Learn More

August 2004

iDirect Technologies Awarded FIPS 140-2 Certification For Their Satellite Networking Solution. RESTON, Va. - August 2, 2004 - iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, today announced FIPS 140-2 Certification from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) on their hub and remote satellite networking solutions. With this certification, iDirect is the only integrated, FIPS compliant, satellite network encryption solution available today. "This announcement is great news, not just for iDirect, but for our government customers who need a high level of security on their satellite communications," said John Kealey, president and CEO of iDirect Technologies. "Secure communications over satellite based networks was historically a trade-off between functionality and security. With an iDirect powered satellite solution, every government agency now has access to broadband data, voice and video, anywhere in the world, with full FIPS 140-2 security assurance." Learn More
iDirect Technologies Awarded 2004 Product Innovation Of The Year by Frost & Sullivan. RESTON, Va. -- iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband IP solutions, was awarded the Product Innovation of the Year Award by Frost & Sullivan. This honor is awarded every year to the company in the satellite industry that has demonstrated excellence in focusing on product innovation, product marketing strategy, and achieving results in the market. Learn More

June 2004

John Kealey of iDirect Technologies Named Finalist For Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The YearÂ® 2004 Award RESTON, Va. - June 3, 2004 - iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, today announced that the company's CEO, John Kealey was named a finalist by professional services firm Ernst & Young LLP for the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year 2004 Awards in Greater Washington. Kealey was selected as one of 30 finalists by a panel of judges comprised of local community and business leaders. Award recipients will be announced at a black-tie gala on June 17 at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Tysons Corner, VA. Learn More
iDirect Technologies Announces Appointment of KW Chan as VP of Sales and Managing Director, Asia -- Pacific Rim RESTON, Va. - June 17, 2004 - In response to continuing growth in worldwide market share, iDirect today announced the appointment of KW Chan as Vice President of sales for the Asia - Pacific Rim region. The addition of Mr. Chan will help iDirect continue offering the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions to the Pac-Rim market with the customer focused approach they are known for. Learn More
iDirect Technologies Opens Hong Kong Office To Address Recent Contract Wins and Market Growth In Asia - Pacific Rim RESTON, Va. - June 18, 2004 - - iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, today announced that the company has opened an office in Hong Kong to support market share growth within the Asia and Pacific Rim regions. iDirect has experienced recent contract wins for hub and remote broadband internet protocol (IP) satellite networking equipment with three major operators in Indonesia and Mongolia. The company continues to see a much larger market opportunity developing. Learn More

May 2004

iDirect Technologies Selected to Provide Internet Protocol Broadband Connectivity to School Systems of Puerto Rico RESTON, Va. - May 6, 2004 - iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, today announced that the Puerto Rico Department of Education (PRDE) has selected iDirect Technologies to support a contract to provide high-speed internet connectivity to 1,539 school locations throughout Puerto Rico. Learn More

February 2004

Direct Technologies to Demonstrate Live System At Satellite 2004 Trade Show RESTON, Va. - February 25, 2004 - iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, today announced that they will be demonstrating a live iDirect broadband IP via satellite connection at the Satellite 2004 trade show being held at the Washington, D.C. Convention Center from March 3rd through the 5th. Learn More
iDirect Technologies CEO, John Kealey, Nominated For Satellite Executive Of The Year RESTON, Va. - February 5, 2004 - iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions announced today that John Kealey, the company's president and CEO, was recognized as one of the top satellite executives of 2003. Via Satellite magazine, published by PBI Media LLC, announced in its February issue that John Kealey was nominated as one of the five finalists for its annual Satellite Executive of The Year award. The winner will be announced at the SATELLITE 2004 Conference in Washington D.C. on March 4. Learn More

January 2004

iDirect Technologies Applies for 6 New Patents, Highlighting Lead in Enterprise Broadband Access over Satellite RESTON, Va. - January 13, 2004 - "iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, today announced six new patents across a number of their software and hardware components. These patent applications are for proprietary methods, apparatus and systems that impact such aspects as the allocation of bandwidth, quality of service, and network management/optimization of iDirect's overall Internet Protocol (IP)-based broadband satellite technology. "The proprietary technology contained in these patent applications offers our customers real benefits by allowing them to better utilize their bandwidth and provide a quality of service level that is unsurpassed in the industry," said John Kealey, president and CEO of iDirect Technologies. "The capacity and control provided by the iDirect IP over satellite technology is allowing our customers to provide services like Voice over IP and video conferencing faster, easier, and more profitably all over the world." Learn More

December 2003

Stratos Launches New StratosITek IP VSAT Service forBroadband Hi-Speed Satellite Connectivity (Bethesda, MD) -- "Stratos, a leading global communications services and solutions provider, today announced the launch of its new broadband IP VSAT service, StratosITek, for next generation all-digital global connectivity. The system uses iDirect Technologies' broadband IP solution and is designed to offer a cost effective solution forsmall to large enterprise users. StratosITek supports a range of communications solutions, including Voice-over-IP, file and database server access, Internet, video conferencing, and e-mail. The service is backed by two 24/7 network operations centers based in the U.S. and the U.K. for "around the clock" customer service. Learn More

November 2003

Warren Brown, Boeing and Iridium Satellite Veteran, Joins iDirect Technologies as Vice President of Marketing and Corporate Communications RESTON, Va. - November 10, 2003 - iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, today announced it has recruited Warren Brown, a veteran of The Boeing Company and McDonnell Douglas, and most recently director of marketing and corporate communications for Iridium Satellite LLC, to be its vice president of marketing and corporate communications. Learn More
iDirect Technologies Hires Rock Arkie as Vice President of Operations to Respond to Significant Growth RESTON, Va. -- "iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, today announced the appointment of Rock Arkie, a veteran with more than 20 years in sales, operations and marketing of technology, as its vice president of operations, reporting to John Kealey, president and CEO. Learn More

October 2003

iDirect Technologies' Named to List of the 500 Fastest-Growing Entrepreneurial Firms in America RESTON, Va. -- iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions using Internet protocols, has been ranked in the upper echelon of the 500 fastest growing private companies in America. Learn More
iDIRECT TECHNOLOGIES NAMES GREG CINQUE CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER RESTON, Va., -- iDirect Technologies, a privately held company that designs, develops, and markets the fastest, most reliable bi-directional satellite-based broadband access solutions, today announced the appointment of Greg Cinque as the company's Chief Technology Officer, reporting directly to John Kealey, President & CEO. Learn More