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Viasat wins initial $42 million task order for Marine Corps managed SATCOM

Viasat has secured an initial $42 million task order under the U.S. Space Force’s MECS2 contract to provide global managed satellite communications services for the U.S. Marine Corps. The award expands Viasat’s role in delivering commercial SATCOM capabilities to the U.S. military.

Discovered 2026-09-23T06:06:39.164055-07:00 | 2026-09-23T06:06:39.164055-07:00

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The $42 million task order provides Viasat with a contract-backed role supporting global Marine Corps communications through managed commercial SATCOM services.
The award, issued through the U.S. Space Force’s Commercial Satellite Communications Office, demonstrates continued military procurement of commercial satellite connectivity.

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