Optus Optimistic On Government Revenues.(Optus Communications Proprietary Ltd. to expand satellite commnications services in government sector)

Publication: Government Procurement Report

Publication Date: 15-JUL-05

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Australian telco Optus hopes to expand the strong performance of its satellite arm in the corporate and government sector. The Australian government is driving increasing revenues for Optus' satellite business, and the company is helping the government in all areas, from defense to helping bring broadband Internet services to rural areas of the country.

In 2004, Optus won several contracts on the corporate and government side, such as a three-year deal to manage satellite communication links for the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Under the deal, Optus will oversee satellite communication links from Canberra to Australian embassies and...

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