World Teleports Association

WTA

A UNIFIED ALLIANCE OF TELEPORTS

Since 1985, the World Teleport Association (WTA) has been the only trade association that focuses on the business of satellite communications from the ground up. At the core of its membership are the world’s most innovative operators of teleports - from independents to multinationals, niche service providers to global hybrid carriers. WTA is dedicated to helping operators of teleports by helping them maintain and expand their business.

ADVOCATING FOR THEIR INTERESTS

In an industry undergoing fast changes in technology, operations and business models, the WTA works with members to identify the issues most critical to their success and advocates on their behalf. It provides a unified, respected voice when it comes to relationships with strategic partners in the sky and on the ground and the evolution of technology and applications. They educate partners and customers on the tremendous value that teleports bring to the global contribution and distribution chain for video, audio, data and voice.

PROMOTING EXCELLENCE IN BUSINESS PRACTICE, TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONS

Through original research, case studies and white papers, WTA provides valuable market data, promotes achievements of industry leaders and explores issues that matter most to the teleport sector.

PROMOTING THE VITAL ROLE OF TELEPORTS

WTA also provides members with access to business opportunities around the world through detailed profiles in the marketplace and a search-able online directory of providers. By placing them as speakers and panelists at industry gatherings and providing discounts on registration for

their employees, the organisation provides exposure to an international audience of potential customers. Members are guided towards potential customers and strategic allies within this membership through an open-door policy.

COMPANIES THAT DO BUSINESS WITH TELEPORTS

Companies that do business with teleports find that the WTA is the best investment they can make to open new channels to the industry at a cost every organisation can afford. Non-teleport members include: • Satellite and hybrid network operators. • Providers and integrators of satellite communications technology • Producers of system, network and content management software • Consultants on technology, business and marketing • Business support services for the industry

Whether a company delivers communication services via satellite or provides the technologies and services that make it possible, WTA is your gateway to international opportunity.

PROGRAMMES RESEARCH REPORTS

WTA conducts and publishes original research to help teleport operators improve their operations, reduce costs and grow their business. Topics range from markets and business issues to technology and operational best practices.

TELEPORT CERTIFICATION

WTA has launched a certification programme for teleports, covering facilities, technical infrastructure and operating procedures. The goal is to create an objective, transparent and internationally accepted method for: • Teleport operators to document the quality of their operations for customers and strategic partners • Customers to select teleport vendors delivering the price-performance level that is appropriate for their applications

EXECUTIVE DIALOGUE SERIES

The Executive Dialogue Series provides WTA members with opportunities to share their experiences, views and technical knowledge with a global audience. During select conferences, WTA conducts video interviews with executives of WTA member companies on the show floor for playout on the WTA website.

TELEPORT AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE

Since 1995, the WTA has presented annual awards to companies and individuals that have dramatically demonstrated excellence in the field of teleport operations, development and technology. Winners receive a presentation photograph, an award and assistance with promotion of their achievement. The Teleport awards for excellence are presented on the opening day of the annual satellite conference and exhibition in Washington DC during a luncheon ceremony.

TOP TELEPORT OPERATORS

Each year, the WTA publishes the world’s only rankings of companies that operate teleports for commercial purposes, including independent operators, satellite carriers, fibre carriers and technology providers. Organisations that operate teleports principally for their own use such as broadcast networks are not included. Rankings are based on total revenue from all sources and on year-over-year growth. They recognise that to some extent every teleport operator competes in the same marketplace – the biggest with the smallest – but that like all marketplaces, the teleport sector has segments in which even the smallest players can compete effectively and achieve strong growth.

From the data provided by its members and other operators, WTA publishes an annual ranking of the following • The Global Top Operators - Based on revenue from all sources and including all operators: from uplinkers to satellite carriers, fibre network operators to systems integrators, technology providers to specialised satcom service providers. • The Independent Top Operators - Based on revenue from all sources but excluding companies whose primary business is satellite fleet operations or terrestrial network services. • The Fast Operators - Based on year-overyear revenue growth in their most recent complete fiscal years and including all operators. The ‘Top Operators’ announcement receives press coverage within the industry and provides valuable exposure to operators included in the rankings.

MEMBERSHIP

Membership in WTA is for: • Teleport operators and developers • Satellite carriers and other companies for which teleports are a channel to market • Companies that sell to teleport and satellite operators

For more information about WTA membership and its programmes, visit www.worldteleport.org

CONTACT

World Teleport Organisation

250 Park Avenue, 7th Floor

New York, 10177, USA

Randall Barney

Membership Director

Tel: +1 212 825 0218 (Ext.104)

Email: rbarney@worldteleport.org

Website: www.worldteleport.org

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