Fiber-based Broadcast Video Transport Services: Market Research Report

October 2010 | 254 pages | ID: F1F9A1D9927EN
Global Industry Analysts, Inc

Abstracts

This report analyzes the US market for Fiber-based Broadcast Video Transport Services in US$ Million by the following segments: Dedicated Bandwidth Services, and Non-Dedicated Bandwidth Services.

Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2006 through 2015.

The report profiles 25 companies including many key and niche players such as AT&T, Inc., AldeaVision Solutions, Inc., EchoStar Corporation, EchoStar Satellite Services L.L.C, Hibernia Atlantic, Level 3 Communications, Inc., MultiDyne Video & Fiber Optic Systems, Optimum Lightpath, Qwest Communications International, Inc., and Verizon Communications, Inc.

Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research.

Company profiles are mostly extracted from URL research and reported select online sources.

Contents

I.INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS

Study Reliability and Reporting Limitations
Disclaimers
Data Interpretation & Reporting Level
Quantitative Techniques & Analytics
Product Definition and Scope of Study
Fiber-based Broadcast Video Transport Services
Dedicated Bandwidth Services
Non-Dedicated Bandwidth Services

II. A US MARKET REPORT

1.MARKET OVERVIEW

Video Transmission – A Rudimentary Overview
Evolution of Fiber Optics in Television Broadcasting Industry
Fiber Optics Gains Prominence in Broadcasting Industry
Evolution of HDTV Boosts Adoption of Fiber Optics in Broadcasting Industry
Fiber Optics Scores Over Copper Wire Cabling
Growing Prominence of Fiber Optics in Forward Distribution Space
IP and Ethernet Networks Fuel Demand for Fiber-Optic Transport Technology
Dedicated Bandwidth Services – Traditional Revenue Contributors
Can Fiber Optics Beat Satellites Popularity?
Hybrid Broadcasting Services-An Emerging Trend in Broadcasting Industry
Terrestrial Networks
Terrestrial Networks: Tit Bits
ATM-A Fading Technology for Terrestrial Networks

2.TECHNOLOGY OVERVIEW

Fiber-Optic Transport Technology: A Primer
Fiber-based Broadcast Video Transport Services
Non-Dedicated Bandwidth Services
Dedicated Bandwidth Services
Fiber Optics - Definition
Fiber Optic Types
Advantages of Fiber Optic Cables
Limitations
Applications of Fiber-Optic
Broadcasting
Digital Video
Broadband CATV Transport
Telecommunications Industry
Fiber-to-the curb and Fiber-to-the-home
Teleconferencing
Data Communications
Local Area Networks
Computers
High-Resolution Imaging
Distance Learning (Tele-Classrooms)
Distribution Amplifiers and Optical Repeaters
Routing Switchers
Optical Switch
Electro Optical Switch
Photonic Fiber Optic Switching

3.PRODUCT/SERVICE INTRODUCTIONS

MultiDyne Video & Fiber Optic Systems to Unveil HD-4400
Intelsat Introduces IntelsatONE
MultiDyne Video & Fiber Optics Systems Adds New Features to LiGHTBoX
Optimum Lightpath Launches High Definition Voice Services
Optimum Lightpath Introduces Interactive Patient Care Solution
MultiDyne Video & Fiber Optic Systems Introduces New Features in its HD-3000 Gb/s Fiber Optic Transport Solution
MultiDyne Launches SilverBULLET and SilverBULLET Power Clip
Optimum Lightpath Unveils Virtual Private Ring
Qwest Communications Rolls Out Novel Mobile Ethernet Backhaul Service
EchoStar Satellite Services Introduces IP-Prime Conversion Program
MultiDyne Rolls Out Advanced Fiber Optic Field Transport Solutions
Optimum Lightpath Launches Lightpath Managed Video Service
TeliaSonera International Carrier Unveils TeliaSonera International Carrier Media Distribution Service
Qwest Communications Unveils Fiber-Optic Based Internet Services
AT&T Launches Portfolio of Digital Media and Content Delivery Solutions

4.STRATEGIC CORPORATE DEVELOPMENTS

Vidyo, Inc., Includes Video Continuity Feature for Fiber Feeds in its New Launch VidyoCast
Media Broadcast Enters into Partnership With Telkom SA to Relay FIFA 2010
GlobeCast and SMG Reaches an Agreement to Establish a Video Fiber Link Into and Out of China
Level 3 Announces Expansion of Its Relationship With CNN
Colt Taps Nevion’s Ventura VS901 Solution to Deliver HD Broadcast Service Between Paris and Madrid
Nevion Releases Products for All Video Transport Protocols
Genesis Network Extends its Global Video Network by Welcoming Hawaii Pacific Teleport (HPT) Onboard its Global Network of Partner Teleports
Televisa Chooses Aldea’s Fiber Optics to Transport FIFA 2010 World Cup Coverage to its Studios in Mexico City
EMCORE Launches HD Video Transport Platform for Professional Audio/Visual Market
EMCORE Announces the Launch of New OpenGear 3Gbps HD Broadcast Video Signal Transport Platform
Streambox Launches SBT3-5300 Video Transport Solution
Pacific Northwest Chooses RCN Metro for Ethernet Service
Bexel Delivers Fiber Optic Support for the Vancouver Winter Olympic Games
Echo Star Satellite Services to Deliver ViP-TV™ Transport Service to BTC Broadband
National Television of Chile Selects Aldea Solutions for HDTV Video Transport Services
EchoStar Satellite Services Signs Agreements with North Penn, Citizens Cablevision, Ringold and KPU Telecommunications
TeliaSonera International Carrier and Swedish Hockey League Ink Agreement
Net Insight Supplies Trans-Pacific VideoTransmission Service to Midwest Video Solutions
EchoStar Satellite Services to Provide ViP-TV™ Service to TCT WEST and CT Communications
Level 3 Communications to Deliver Managed Video Network Services to Fox Entertainment
Morningside House Deploys Optimum Lightpath’s Telecommunications Technology
Digital Utilities Ventures to Purchase Jamaica Network Access Point
Hibernia Atlantic Acquires MediaXstream
TeliaSonera International Carrier Enters into Agreement with Onside TV Production
EchoStar Satellite Services to Provide Video Transport Services to Canby Telecom
Level 3 Communications Expands Fiber- Optic Based Network in Poland
GAIN Capital Deploys Optimum Lightpath’s Telecommunications Technology
AT &T Signs Contract with Florida Department of Management Services
Verizon Business Signs Contract with Petersburg City Public Schools
MediaXstream Takes Over Secure Media Solutions
Optimum Lightpath Acquires 4Connections

5.FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS

AT&T, Inc. (US)
AldeaVision Solutions, Inc. (Canada)
EchoStar Corporation (US)
EchoStar Satellite Services L.L.C (US)
Hibernia Atlantic (US)
Level 3 Communications, Inc. (US)
MultiDyne Video & Fiber Optic Systems (US)
Optimum Lightpath (US)
Qwest Communications International, Inc. (US)
Verizon Communications, Inc. (US)

6.MARKET ANALYTICS

Table 1. US Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Fiber-based Broadcast Video Transport Services by Service Type - Dedicated and Non-Dedicated Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Revenues in US$ Million for Years 2006 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)

Table 2. US 10-Year Perspective for Fiber-based Broadcast Video Transport Services by Service Type- Percentage Breakdown of Revenues for Dedicated and Non-Dedicated Markets for Years 2006, 2010 & 2015

III. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

Total Companies Profiled: 25 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries - 28)
Region/CountryPlayers
The United States
Canada
Europe
France
Germany
Rest of Europe