AP SATELLITE, The Republic of Korea - Komachine Supplier Profile and Product List

- AP SATELLITE Co., Ltd., established as Asia-Pacific Satellite Industries in 2000, is a leading company in satellite communication terminal manufacturing and the aerospace sector. The company possesses diverse satellite-related technologies and products, including satellite phone development, high-speed data processing units for space, and aircraft position detection systems. Following the successful completion of UAE Thuraya's 2nd generation satellite phone project, it has established a strong position in the global satellite communication terminal market. As a core partner in national space development projects such as lunar exploration, satellite body development, and localization of satellite payload systems, it leads aerospace technology. Its technological leadership is further solidified through the development of ultra-small satellite communication modules, MSS application products, next-generation high-speed data modems, and satellite/Tetra dual-mode handheld terminals optimized for disaster management.AP SATELLITE Co., Ltd., established as Asia-Pacific Satellite Industries in 2000, is a leading company in satellite communication terminal manufacturing and the aerospace sector. The company possesses diverse satellite-related technologies and products, including satellite phone development, high-speed data processing units for space, and aircraft position detection systems. Following the successful completion of UAE Thuraya's 2nd generation satellite phone project, it has established a strong position in the global satellite communication terminal market. As a core partner in national space development projects such as lunar exploration, satellite body development, and localization of satellite payload systems, it leads aerospace technology. Its technological leadership is further solidified through the development of ultra-small satellite communication modules, MSS application products, next-generation high-speed data modems, and satellite/Tetra dual-mode handheld terminals optimized for disaster management.
- Satellite Communication Terminals and Application Products: A diverse range of satellite phones and data communication terminals including SatSleeve+, SatSleeve Hotspot, XT-Pro, XT-Pro Dual, XT-Lite, FDU-XT Plus, VDK (Vehicle Docking Kit), Thuraya Marine, Thuraya SM-2700, Sat Trax, Thuraya One, X5-Touch, MarineStar, and MBH. These products support voice, data, SMS, GPS, and GmPRS functions, with modules developed for various applications in maritime, FMS, and aeronautical solutions.Satellite Communication Terminals and Application Products: A diverse range of satellite phones and data communication terminals including SatSleeve+, SatSleeve Hotspot, XT-Pro, XT-Pro Dual, XT-Lite, FDU-XT Plus, VDK (Vehicle Docking Kit), Thuraya Marine, Thuraya SM-2700, Sat Trax, Thuraya One, X5-Touch, MarineStar, and MBH. These products support voice, data, SMS, GPS, and GmPRS functions, with modules developed for various applications in maritime, FMS, and aeronautical solutions.
- Space Technology: Standard On-Board Computer (SOBC) for LEO/GEO satellites, featuring a highly reliable design based on high-performance LEON processors and radiation-tolerant FPGAs. Its modular design and standardized communication interfaces are suitable for various space missions, including low Earth orbit satellites, geostationary satellites, deep space exploration satellites, and lunar landers. Development achievements include SOBCs for the Korea Pathfinder Lunar Orbiter (KPLO) and next-generation Compact Advanced Satellite (CAS500-1&2).Space Technology: Standard On-Board Computer (SOBC) for LEO/GEO satellites, featuring a highly reliable design based on high-performance LEON processors and radiation-tolerant FPGAs. Its modular design and standardized communication interfaces are suitable for various space missions, including low Earth orbit satellites, geostationary satellites, deep space exploration satellites, and lunar landers. Development achievements include SOBCs for the Korea Pathfinder Lunar Orbiter (KPLO) and next-generation Compact Advanced Satellite (CAS500-1&2).
- Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE): Localization of EGSE for testing major electronic devices of payloads through KOMPSAT-3 and KOMPSAT-3A projects. Ongoing development of BUS EGSE for geostationary satellites GEOKOMPSAT-2A&B and next-generation Compact Advanced Satellite CAS500-1&2. Development of X-band EGSE for testing components of high-speed data transmission systems.Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE): Localization of EGSE for testing major electronic devices of payloads through KOMPSAT-3 and KOMPSAT-3A projects. Ongoing development of BUS EGSE for geostationary satellites GEOKOMPSAT-2A&B and next-generation Compact Advanced Satellite CAS500-1&2. Development of X-band EGSE for testing components of high-speed data transmission systems.
- Space Data Recorder (SDR): SDRAM and NAND flash memory-based products serving as core payload devices for high-speed compression, storage, encryption, and encoding of high-resolution, large-volume image data acquired from observation satellite sensors for transmission to ground stations. Development achievements include high-speed data processing units for the Korea Pathfinder Lunar Orbiter (KPLO).Space Data Recorder (SDR): SDRAM and NAND flash memory-based products serving as core payload devices for high-speed compression, storage, encryption, and encoding of high-resolution, large-volume image data acquired from observation satellite sensors for transmission to ground stations. Development achievements include high-speed data processing units for the Korea Pathfinder Lunar Orbiter (KPLO).
- Core Technologies: Development of ultra-small satellite communication modules for terrestrial phone backup, MSS (Mobile Satellite Service) application products, next-generation high-speed data modems, and satellite/Tetra dual-mode handheld terminals optimized for disaster management. Possession of Baseband Modem SOC (System on Chip) technology and satellite communication protocol stack technology, critical for satellite phones. Successful satellite demonstration of 5G NR NTN (Non-Terrestrial Network) terminal and base station systems.Core Technologies: Development of ultra-small satellite communication modules for terrestrial phone backup, MSS (Mobile Satellite Service) application products, next-generation high-speed data modems, and satellite/Tetra dual-mode handheld terminals optimized for disaster management. Possession of Baseband Modem SOC (System on Chip) technology and satellite communication protocol stack technology, critical for satellite phones. Successful satellite demonstration of 5G NR NTN (Non-Terrestrial Network) terminal and base station systems.
- Global Leadership in Satellite Communication Terminals: A strong position in the global market through the successful completion of the UAE Thuraya 2nd generation satellite phone project and exclusive supply of satellite communication terminals since 2003.Global Leadership in Satellite Communication Terminals: A strong position in the global market through the successful completion of the UAE Thuraya 2nd generation satellite phone project and exclusive supply of satellite communication terminals since 2003.
- Core Partner in National Space Development Projects: A leading role in aerospace technology and proven technical capabilities as a key partner in national space development projects, including lunar exploration, satellite body development, and localization of satellite payload systems.Core Partner in National Space Development Projects: A leading role in aerospace technology and proven technical capabilities as a key partner in national space development projects, including lunar exploration, satellite body development, and localization of satellite payload systems.
- Proprietary Satellite System Design and Manufacturing Capabilities: Core technological expertise in independently designing and manufacturing satellite payload electronic equipment and main body systems. Operation of an AIT (Assembly, Integration & Test) Center for comprehensive satellite assembly, testing, and final verification.Proprietary Satellite System Design and Manufacturing Capabilities: Core technological expertise in independently designing and manufacturing satellite payload electronic equipment and main body systems. Operation of an AIT (Assembly, Integration & Test) Center for comprehensive satellite assembly, testing, and final verification.
- Unique Core Satellite Communication Technologies: The capability to implement Baseband Modem SOC (System on Chip) technology and satellite communication protocol stack technology in satellite phones, a specialized expertise held by only a few global entities.Unique Core Satellite Communication Technologies: The capability to implement Baseband Modem SOC (System on Chip) technology and satellite communication protocol stack technology in satellite phones, a specialized expertise held by only a few global entities.
- Integrated and Expanded Space Value Chain: Completion of an end-to-end space industry value chain, from satellite manufacturing to operation and ground station services, through the acquisition by Contec. Establishment of a one-stop system combining the ground station infrastructure of Jeju Asian Space Park (ASP) with the manufacturing capabilities of the AIT Center.Integrated and Expanded Space Value Chain: Completion of an end-to-end space industry value chain, from satellite manufacturing to operation and ground station services, through the acquisition by Contec. Establishment of a one-stop system combining the ground station infrastructure of Jeju Asian Space Park (ASP) with the manufacturing capabilities of the AIT Center.
- Modular Design and Cost Efficiency: The modular design and standardized communication interfaces of the Standard On-Board Computer (SOBC), enabling reduced development period, cost, and risk for new satellite applications.Modular Design and Cost Efficiency: The modular design and standardized communication interfaces of the Standard On-Board Computer (SOBC), enabling reduced development period, cost, and risk for new satellite applications.
- Aerospace Industry: National space development projects (lunar exploration, satellite body development, localization of satellite payloads), artificial satellite manufacturing and component development, satellite AIT services.Aerospace Industry: National space development projects (lunar exploration, satellite body development, localization of satellite payloads), artificial satellite manufacturing and component development, satellite AIT services.
- Satellite Communication Industry: Satellite phones, satellite communication modules, MSS application products, 5G/6G terrestrial/satellite communication, and satellite communication services (telecommunication carriers).Satellite Communication Industry: Satellite phones, satellite communication modules, MSS application products, 5G/6G terrestrial/satellite communication, and satellite communication services (telecommunication carriers).
- Defense and Security Industry: Modules for military unmanned aerial vehicles, supply of VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) fixed satellite communication terminals to the Defense Acquisition Program Administration, development of military location trackers, and next-generation air traffic control systems.Defense and Security Industry: Modules for military unmanned aerial vehicles, supply of VSAT (Very Small Aperture Terminal) fixed satellite communication terminals to the Defense Acquisition Program Administration, development of military location trackers, and next-generation air traffic control systems.
- Disaster Management: Development of satellite/Tetra dual-mode handheld terminals optimized for disaster management, and development of 5G mobile satellite communication System-on-Chip (SOC) for efficient disaster response.Disaster Management: Development of satellite/Tetra dual-mode handheld terminals optimized for disaster management, and development of 5G mobile satellite communication System-on-Chip (SOC) for efficient disaster response.
- Transportation and Logistics: Maritime (Thuraya Marine), FMS (Fleet Management System), aeronautical solutions (aircraft position detection systems), Telematics Monitoring System, and Sat Trax (tracking systems).Transportation and Logistics: Maritime (Thuraya Marine), FMS (Fleet Management System), aeronautical solutions (aircraft position detection systems), Telematics Monitoring System, and Sat Trax (tracking systems).
- IoT/M2M: Development of chipsets for IoT (Internet of Things) and M2M (Machine-to-Machine) communication, and provision of satellite communication modules.IoT/M2M: Development of chipsets for IoT (Internet of Things) and M2M (Machine-to-Machine) communication, and provision of satellite communication modules.
- Africa, Middle EastAfrica, Middle East
- UAE, Across AsiaUAE, Across Asia
- EuropeEurope
- AustraliaAustralia
- Acquisition of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications.Acquisition of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications.
- Acquisition of AS 9100 Aerospace Cert. (International Aerospace Quality System) certification.Acquisition of AS 9100 Aerospace Cert. (International Aerospace Quality System) certification.
- World's first international certification for next-generation terminals.World's first international certification for next-generation terminals.
- Acquisition of a US patent for a satellite communication connection system and method using short-range communication (related to an auxiliary device for data transmission/reception via satellite communication during terrestrial network failures or mobile terminal communication outages).Acquisition of a US patent for a satellite communication connection system and method using short-range communication (related to an auxiliary device for data transmission/reception via satellite communication during terrestrial network failures or mobile terminal communication outages).
- Acquisition of a patent for a satellite terminal cradle (improving the structure to allow satellite terminal use by replacing the cradle when smartphone terminals change).Acquisition of a patent for a satellite terminal cradle (improving the structure to allow satellite terminal use by replacing the cradle when smartphone terminals change).
- Recipient of the Minister of Industry and Resources Award at the 2007 Venture Company Grand Prize.Recipient of the Minister of Industry and Resources Award at the 2007 Venture Company Grand Prize.
- Recipient of the Commissioner of the Korean Intellectual Property Office Award at the 45th Invention Day.Recipient of the Commissioner of the Korean Intellectual Property Office Award at the 45th Invention Day.
- Selected as an Excellent Company in Technology Fast 50 Korea 2007.Selected as an Excellent Company in Technology Fast 50 Korea 2007.