IP Trunking and IP Backbones over Satellite Satellite IP Trunking networks provide local networks with access to the internet (or any other type of network) from a remote access point to the backbone. Providing IP Trunking and Backbone services to ISPs and Telecom operators requires constant scrutinizing of the operational expenses due to a highly competitive market with razor- thin margins. Satellite service providers, teleports and satellite operators that provide these services are faced with new and complex challenges to maintain their competitiveness, while remaining profit table. Technical solutions to deal with these challenges and to increase efficiency over satellite is more essential than ever. Flexible business models based on DVB standards for satellite communications, delivering the best Service Level Agreements and offering Trunking services at competitive prices puts the Service Providers back in the game