Rebranding for Vizada Networks Specialist Events, Tracking, Integrated Solutions Division

New logo and further integration with the Vizada Networks organisation for TDCOM 

 Oslo, Norway, 24 February 2011 – Independent satellite communications and telecommunications specialist Vizada Networks has completed the rebranding and further integration of its wholly-owned specialist events, tracking and integrated solutions division, TDCOM. The Paris based TDCOM will now operate even more closely with Vizada Networks, enabling both organisations to better service the growing events, tracking and integrated solutions communications market with a solid foundation of technical experience and expertise in integrating multiple communications solutions (satellite, radio, mobile).

TDCOM has been serving major events customers globally since 1985 and has a proven track record in providing turnkey solutions for sporting and other events of all sizes. It is a highly experienced service provider when communicating in extreme conditions or from remote locations is the major requirement. The rebranding of TDCOM is in line with its heritage and well-established position within the world of events communication, which is reflected in the new logo and other profile enhancements introduced recently.

Vizada Networks, with TDCOM as its established events division, provides A-Z communications services, covering design, engineering, installation and management for a wide variety of high-profile events, including the Dakar Rally, Tour De France and the 2003 and 2007 Rugby World Cups. Services including airtime, hardware, participant tracking and security, and custom IP services, such as websites where time and positioning from the event can be displayed in real-time for organisers or followers.

Sophisticated turnkey communication and tracking services, demonstrated by the extensive solution implemented for the recent Dakar 2011 Edition are the core of TDCOM's business. A three VSAT link with capacity of approx. 8 MHz and operational centres at the A-start line, B-finish line and an intermediary point was deployed for organisational communications, in addition to media and team use. WiFi and Wimax were deployed to extend the available coverage whilst kiosks with free internet access were installed for racers and teams to use between stages.

The vehicle tracking solution, which enables the organisers to position the cars, trucks and motorcycles along the route, take timings and display this information to fans around the world, was based on TDCOM’s Iritrack solution, which is the de facto industry standard for motorsport events and rallies. All 430 vehicles in the rally were fitted with Iritrack, and could be tracked via Google Earth. Iritrack is key to the racers’ safety and security. It handles alerts and alarms for the medical teams and also features a shock detector, which will send an alert containing the vehicle’s current position if it records a violent impact, which can be vital should the occupants of a vehicle be incapacitated following an accident.