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Ovzon 3

  • What is the status of launch of the satellite Ovzon 3?
    Our adjusted timeline, that we communicated in June 2023, currently holds. That means that the launch of Ovzon 3 will take place no earlier than late 2023 or early 2024. We will communicate a more narrow and specific time for launch sometime in the fourth quarter 2023.
  • What is causing the delay?

    In the wake of the pandemic with global component shortages and logistical problems as a result, we observe that many satellite programs have been delayed. Additionally in our case, the final assembly and dynamic testing of the satellite, along with the intricate modeling pertaining to the change of launch vehicles, is taking longer than initial plans and projections.

  • Will Ovzon get compensation for the delay and the increased cost?
    At present, it is premature to provide a definitive assessment; however, we are actively evaluating the situation. Our primary objective is to finalize and expedite the launch of the satellite. Naturally, as with any company, we must continually assess our processes and endeavors. Our perspective is that the external circumstances have regrettably been adverse, both the pandemic and supply-chain issues, introducing a multitude of challenges for the industry as a whole.
  • What are the risks of not keeping the new timeframe late 2023 or early 2024?
    At present, this represents the input we have from our manufacturing and launch providers and is our most accurate estimation. We will communicate a more narrow and specific time for launch sometime in the fourth quarter 2023.
  • Does the delay affect your ongoing business deliveries and sales or ongoing dialogues regarding new contracts based on Ovzon 3?
    The rescheduling in question will not have an impact on Ovzon’s current commercial activities, nor the ongoing delivery of Ovzon SATCOM-as-a-Service supporting customers around the world. The operational and commercial model for Ovzon 3 remains solid and unaffected.
  • Do you still have access to the orbital position for Ovzon 3 still, given the delay?
    To proceed with the Ovzon 3 orbital position, it is necessary for us to initiate an additional regulatory extension filing with the Radio Regulations Board (RRB) of the International Telecommunications Union (ITU). The RRB convenes quarterly meetings, and we are currently in the process of preparing our case for the forthcoming meeting scheduled in the fall. We maintain a good relationship and ongoing dialogue with the RRB and all stakeholders.
  • After Ovzon 3 is launched, how many months will it take before it becomes fully operational and can be utilized and generating revenue?
    It will take approximately 4–5 months for Ovzon 3 to raise to orbit. It will then take some additional time to do some final testing and get the satellite operational.

Financials

  • What is Ovzon's cash balance?
    At the conclusion of the second quarter 2023, our cash balance amounted to 115 MSEK.
  • Do you need to make further provisions for bad debt?
    The sole instance concerning bad debt provision pertains to our former Italian distributor. A payment plan was established in the beginning of 2023 regarding unpaid invoices. Ovzon then chose to make provisions of SEK 52 million in bad debt, while SEK 7 million of the total receivable was deemed likely to be received. The payment plan has not been fully followed and the company is working actively to secure the entire claim.
  • Ovzon holds a pledge related to receivables from the Italian distributor. Will you claim the pledge?
    The pledged assets serve as a safeguard in the event that the payment plan is not followed.

Business

  • Do you have enough capacity to take on larger contracts?
    We have successfully secured leased capacity, and our satellite network possesses the flexibility necessary to accommodate significant contracts on short notice, which serves as a distinct competitive advantage for us.
  • Have you closed any business deals with NATO or around Ukraine?
    Unfortunately, we are unable to provide detailed information regarding our ongoing customer dialogues.
  • In your 2023 outlook, you anticipate revenue to be in line with 2022. However, this poses a challenge due to the absence of revenue from Italy, which was included in 2022, and your current order book. Could you provide further comments on this matter?
    Our outlook remains unchanged. It is important to note that we are only halfway through the year 2023.
  • How do you perceive the relatively small order value of the new deal with the Italian Fire and Rescue Services compared to the previous one?

    In terms of the order value, this should be viewed as a fresh start with a cooperation with Vodafone. The end customer receives a solution that can be easily expanded with additional terminals, broader and stronger networks etc. The end customer has a significant need for the service but currently lacks the necessary funds.


Technology

  • What new functions and applications will improve with Ovzon 3 and Ovzon T7 compared with current Ovzon SATCOM-as-a-Service?
    The Ovzon T7 mobile satellite terminal has been specifically designed for utilization in with Ovzon’s forthcoming proprietary satellite, Ovzon 3. This satellite is equipped with Ovzon’s internally developed On-Board-Processor (OBP). The combination of these cutting-edge technologies in the mobile satellite terminal, the satellite (Ovzon 3), and Ovzon On-Board-Processor (OBP) presents remarkable possibilities in terms of capability, resiliency and  functionality alongside a higher degree of mobility, and high-rate data transmission. Notably, the Ovzon T7 incorporates a feature that can conceal signals emitted from the mobile satellite terminal, rendering it imperceptible to other users in close proximity.

Service and Coverage Questions

  • Why should I buy the Ovzon service?

    You should buy the Ovzon service if you require a reliable mobile broadband service with guaranteed throughput. The Ovzon services are available with On-The-Move and Manpack terminals. The Ovzon Hero service is a flexible and customized solution that can meet changing throughput demand over time.

  • What are the unique features of the services?

    The services come with the highest data throughput together with high availability, and with the smallest mobile terminals on the market. The result is the lowest terminal weight per Mbps to be handled in the field, i.e. the combined CIR data throughput in both transmit and receive direction per terminal weight can be as high as 20 Mbps/kg (9 Mbps/Lb).

  • Can I get the service anywhere?

    Each GEO satellite can cover up to approximately 40% of the earth’s surface excluding north and south poles. Ovzon services are normally provided for one specific geographical area with the option of additional geographical areas.

  • Why do you provide guaranteed data rates?

    Ovzon guarantee data throughput to meet customers requirement for a stable and reliable service, e.g. to support high definition video streams and other mission critical applications.

  • Can I buy the service per minute?

    Ovzon Go Occasional Use service is based on a per minute occasional use model.

  • Is your service specifically designed for defense use?

    The Ovzon services are suitable for any government, defense, or commercial use, where ease-of-use, mobility and high data throughput are required.

  • Can I as a customer buy control of one of your steerable beams?

    Yes, if you buy control of a steerable beam, the steerable beam can be pointed towards different mission areas to adapt the service towards changing geographical coverage demands over time.

  • What is the highest service data rate you have achieved with the T6 and OTM terminals?

    The highest data rates achieved are:
    Ovzon T6 terminal Transmit* 70 Mbps / Receive* 120 Mbps
    Ovzon OTM terminal Transmit* 70 Mbps / Receive* 100Mbps

    *Operating in Ovzon’s service, data rate depending on
    location within coverage and satellite.

  • Where is your secure 24/7 NOC located?

    Our secure 24/7 NOC is in Tampa, FL, USA.

  • When will you launch Ovzon 3?

    The launch of Ovzon 3 will take place no earlier than late 2023 or early 2024. We will communicate a more narrow and specific time for launch sometime in the fourth quarter 2023.


Technical and Product Questions

  • Why can you transfer so much higher data rates with small terminals?

    This is due to an optimization between terminal properties and satellite capacity configuration.

  • Do I need to call someone before starting a connection?

    It is not required to contact the NOC before using the Ovzon service.

  • Why is your service best for smaller UAV´s and USV´s?

    The physically small On-The-Move (OTM) terminals can support smaller vehicles, together with a high throughput, due to an optimization between terminal properties and satellite capacity configuration.

  • Can I get the service on my aircraft, even though the rotors of a rotary wing aircraft?

    An On-The-Move terminal can be installed on an aircraft and Ovzon services can be delivered even with rotors partially blocking the signal.

  • Is it true that your T6 terminal can be set up as easily as a BGAN terminal?

    The T6 adjusts the polarization offset automatically, which means that the user is only required to adjust the antenna in azimuth and elevation with guidance from the T6 GUI, i.e. the handling is very similar to setting up a BGAN terminal.

  • How can your terminal be so much lighter and smaller compared with other Ku/Ka band terminals?

    Ovzon terminals’ size and weight are results of the efficient integration of terminal components and the choice of design and materials.

  • Why does Ovzon run its services in Ku band and not Ka band?

    Ovzon run its services in Ku band to optimize the throughput without sacrificing availability and terminal size and weight. The rain attenuation is significantly lower in Ku-band.

  • What is the Ovzon OBP?

    Ovzon On-Board-Processor (OBP) developed by Ovzon, supports Regenerative Mode allowing direct single-hop communications between small terminals.

  • What are the benefits with Ovzon 3?

    The benefits are higher data throughput performance, enabling the use of even smaller terminals, and support for single-hop communications between small terminals.

  • Why do you not run your service using LEO satellites?

    Ovzon services are based on GEO satellites to be more cost effective per transferred information bit and to maximize the service data throughput.

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