ROCKVILLE, Md., Jan. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- SATELLITE 2007, the largest conference and exhibition for satellite-enabled communications, brings together more than 7,500 professional experts and 50,000 square feet of cutting-edge satellite technology under one roof February 19-22, 2007 at the Washington Convention Center.

The 26th Annual SATELLITE Conference and Exhibition attracts decision makers from 50 countries, representing all sectors within the satellite- enabled communications marketplace -- military, enterprise, broadcast, emergency response, and commercial. This venue provides anyone who wants to learn about satellite communications -- from novice to expert -- an opportunity to spend a week getting up-to-date on the latest innovations in the satellite marketplace via educational sessions and panel discussions, and exposure to the latest technology on the SATELLITE 2007 exhibition show floor.

"The SATELLITE 2007 Conference and Exhibition is the premiere global event for satellite-enabled communications," said Joe Rosone, Access Intelligence Satellite Group vice president and publisher.

"The year in and year out growth of the event is a direct reflection of the needs of the satellite community," said Rosone. "Attendees learn from and listen to those visionaries shaping the global satellite marketplace."

More than 300 speakers will present 45 panel discussions targeting satellite technology-end users within the enterprise, military, and broadcast markets. Topics covered include "Business Continuity via Satellite: How Real is the Opportunity?," "Space Situational Awareness: A 'Neighborhood Watch' in Space," "Emergency Response Solutions" and "The Middle East: Commercial, Government and Enterprise Opportunities."

The SATELLITE 2007 Exhibit show floor comprises more than 280 leading manufacturers, integrators, and suppliers including Boeing, General Dynamics SATCOM Technologies, Intelsat, Lockheed Martin Commercial Space Systems, and Orbital Sciences Corporation. Visitors to the exhibit hall will be able to get up-close and hands-on with hundreds of new products, and innovative technology solutions.

In addition, the event features more than 11 hours of networking events, where attendees can meet industry leaders and connect with colleagues.

SATELLITE 2007 will be held February 19-22 in the Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place, NW, Washington, D.C. For more information on exhibiting or to register, visit http://www.satellite2007.com/.

About SATELLITE 2007

For 26 years, only the SATELLITE Conference and Exhibition has provided a unique forum for all sectors within the satellite-enabled communications marketplace to come together to learn, network and collaborate.

SATELLITE 2007 continues in that tradition and features more than 7,500 delegates representing 50 countries, more than 250 exhibiting companies and a full conference program led by more than 300 experts, thought leaders and top- level executives. The 2007 Conference features focused forums on broadcast, enterprise, emerging services, military and emergency response.

Photos available upon request Media Relations Contacts: Jenn Heinold Senior Tradeshow Marketing Manager 301-354-1813 jheinold@accessintel.com Linda Dickerhoof Media Relations Consultant 703-606-2518 Linda@signaturestrategy.com

CONTACT: Jenn Heinold, Senior Tradeshow Marketing Manager of SATELLITE
2007 Conference and Exhibition, +1-301-354-1813, jheinold@accessintel.com; or
Linda Dickerhoof, Media Relations Consultant, +1-703-606-2518,
Linda@signaturestrategy.com, for SATELLITE 2007 Conference and Exhibition

Web site: http://www.satellite2007.com/