12 - 16 March 2007, Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa
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SatCom Africa celebrates 10 years of business excellence!!           

Satellite Communications Africa, now celebrating its 10th Anniversary, is set to be the place that brings you in contact with hundreds of senior level decision makers with the power to purchase your solutions.

SatCom Africa offers you the best opportunity to:

  • Penetrate the African satellite and communications sectors
  • Do business with the most influential and
    successful satellite operators
  • Connect with peers from similar organisations to share ideas and build relationships

You can't afford to miss out on this opportunity to broaden your horizons!
Click here to register

Africa's most definitive and established Satellite Communications Congress

Now in its 10th successful year, SatCom Africa is firmly entrenched as Africa’s most prestigious satellite communications conference and exhibition.
 
SatCom attracts government officials, ministries, regulators, supporting bodies, senior executives and of course clients, who for a three day period converge at the Sandton Convention Center to:

  • Gain real-world insight on current developments in the satellite communications sector, from panel discussion and case studies on a wide variety of topics
  • Hear about the latest advancements in innovations and technology and how these impact on satellite communications
  • Save time by meeting lots of potential business partners in a 30 minute speed networking session.

Our prestige speaker line-up includes:

Honourable Minister
Mosibudi Mangena,
Department of Science and Technology, South Africa
Honourable Minister
Dr Ham-Mukasa Mulira,
Ministry of ICT, Uganda
Honourable Minister
Frank Nweke Jnr,
Ministry of Information & Communication,
Nigeria
Roger Rusch
President
TelAstra Inc,
United States of America
Paris Mashile
Chairperson
Independent Communications
Authority of South Africa
Engr. John Waweru
Director General
Communications Commission
Kenya, Kenya
Engr. Ernest Ndukwe
Chief Executive Officer Nigerian
Communications Commission,
Nigeria
Dr Ekwow Spio-Garbrah
Chief Executive Officer
Commonwealth
Telecommunications
Organisation, United Kingdom
Mothibi Ramusi
Project Manager – National
Space Agency
CSIR, South Africa


Click here to download the brochure

Visiting the event provides you with a wealth of opportunities to:

  • Evaluate the latest satellite communication technologies, innovations and systems
  • Meet and do business with local and international suppliers
  • Secure new contacts and business partnerships


Want to plan your show attendance better? CONTACT is a system that enables you to set up meetings before the event. You can search and target the exhibitors that you want to do business with - and then email them directly without ever having to find their contact details. We facilitate your first contact and you take it from there.

Our exhibitors, sponsors and conference delegates love it. And now you too can enjoy our highly successful speed networking. Business cards are exchanged and introductions are made at the beginning of each session, forming a starting point for networking throughout the show.

Satcom Africa 2006 statistics

  • 323 attendees
  • 730 registered visitors
  • 50+ operators,
        manufactures, VSAT’s
        & ISPs
  • 35+ countries represented
  • Over 80% of attendees -
        senior management level
  • Click here for more information
    on the 2006 event

    Sponsorship Opportunities

    If your business is in satellite, technology or telecommunications, this is your chance to increase your share of the African market.Our past delegates were satellite operators, ISP’s,  government, carriers, solution providers, manufacturers, turn key solution providers, launchers, consultants, financiers, VSAT’s and corporate end users. If this represents your target audience then align yourself with SatCom Africa to develop and enhance these vital business relationships.

    There are limited sponsorship opportunities available for companies who wish to position themselves at the forefront of Africa’s satellite communications sector. 


    Don’t miss out!
    Secure your premium sponsorship by contacting:  

    Shiri-Lee Noach, on 
    +27 11 516 4040 or e-mail:
     
    shiri-lee.noach@terrapinn.co.za

    Feedback from SatCom Africa 2006:

    “Fruitful, rewarding and revealing”

    Eng J Ahmed Rufai, Assistant Director Space System National Space Research and Development Agency


    "One of the best shows in Africa. Good quality delegates and visitors."

    Theo Asampong, Sales Director Africa
    New Skies Satellite B.V.




    Looking for accommodation?

    SatCom Africa is proud to offer its delegates and partners corporate rates at the Michelangelo Hotel and Bakubung Bush Lodge.

    The Michelangelo is within walking distance of the Sandton Convention Centre, Nelson Mandela Square and Sandton City.

    Fancy a African bushveld retreat after the conference? Less than two hours from Johannesburg the Bakubung Bush Lodge is the ideal getaway.

    THE MICHELANGELO HOTEL 

    At the five-star Michelangelo Hotel, elegance, unsurpassed luxury and service excellence have been combined to provide service and quality available only in the finest hotels around the globe.

    Kindly quote “Terrapin” as your booking code when making a reservation

    Tel: +27 11 282-7000        Fax: +27 11 282-7172
    Email: michelangelo@legacyhotels.co.za



    BAKUBUNG BUSH LODGE

    Tucked in the expanses of the malaria free Pilanesberg National Park, Bakubung Bush Lodge offers the best of both worlds, combining the peaceful bush environment with luxury and comfort.

    Kindly quote “Terrapin” as your booking code when making a reservation

    Tel: + 27 14 552-6000            Fax: + 27 14 552-6300  
    Email: bakubung@legacyhotels.co.za
     

    www.satcomafrica.com



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