Satcom Direct Brazil, the business aviation provider, is attending LABACE – 9 – 11 August, São Paulo – in a festive mood as it celebrates a decade of business operations across the Latin American region.
Since its launch, SD has grown from a single employee to a team of eight delivering the complete eco-system of SD products for air taxi services, business aviation owners and operators, and maritime customers.
Value-added services
Managing Director for SD Brazil, Ewerton Libanio, says, “We have spent the last ten years helping our customers navigate the complexities of connectivity by providing unwavering support, education about the technology, and powerful value-added services including award-winning customer service, technical training, and cybersecurity solutions."
"Delivering premium products and personal service have formed the foundations of our success in the region.”
SD hardware, software, and terrestrial infrastructure
The demand for high-speed connectivity to support internet usage and communications has been a popular request
SD Brazil customers have embraced the combined benefits of the SD hardware, software, and terrestrial infrastructure, which are underpinned by long-standing relationships with satellite network partners. The demand for high-speed connectivity to support internet usage and communications has been the most popular request driving business growth.
It continues to be the most popular commercial service. SD has responded by creating solutions powered predominantly by Inmarsat’s Swift Broadband and Jet Connex airtime services to deliver reliable inflight voice and data connectivity across a region characterised by diverse terrain and weather systems.
SD Plane Simple™ Ku-band antenna series
Libanio anticipates that introducing the SD Plane Simple™ Ku-band antenna series will be the next connectivity game-changer in the region. Connected to the high throughput Intelsat FlexExec constellation, the advanced antenna technology will bring faster, consistent connectivity.
With just two line-replaceable units – the SD Modem and Plane Simple antenna – installation is minimally invasive, and upgrade paths are seamless.
End-to-end connectivity
“Our customers welcome the latest technology to enhance their operations, improve their experience, and better support efficiencies."
"With Plane Simple, we are streamlining the connectivity acquisition and management proposition. Our customers will find the ability to buy and receive customer support for end-to-end connectivity from a single resource extremely attractive.”
Affordable solutions
Aircraft from Argentina, Chile, and Mexico, among others, are also flying with SD products
Brazil is home to the largest number of SD Brazil customers, but aircraft from Argentina, Chile, and Mexico, among others, are also flying with SD products.
“This region has such a mix of terrain, aircraft, and customer types that the potential for future growth is immense. We have developed a reputation for educating the market and providing the best and most affordable solutions."
Simplifying connectivity for end-users
"With the new Plane Simple antenna series, we are building on this by simplifying connectivity operations to alter dramatically how the end user interacts with the technology."
"We are excited to see what the next ten years bring.” The tenth celebration complements the silver anniversary of Satcom Direct as a global business as it marks 25 years of connecting customers.
Yacht Connect
The SD Marine solution supports connectivity for sports fishing and superyacht vessels
SD Brazil has also recently launched Yacht Connect to complement its connectivity portfolio. The SD Marine solution supports connectivity for sports fishing and superyacht vessels.
The marine service follows the SD concept of providing the best inflight experience and transferring this knowledge to leisure vessels.
Performance and 24/7 support
“With Yacht Connect, SD is providing a single resource enabling the principal to seamlessly transition from aircraft to boat while experiencing the same quality of internet performance and renowned SD 24/7 support,” concludes Libanio.
Satcom Direct is showcasing its products and services at LABACE 2022 – Booth 8007.
