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Viasat Secures $568M Contract to Boost DoD's C5ISR Capabilities

Viasat has been awarded a five-year IDIQ contract by the U.S. General Services Administration, valued up to $568 million. This deal supports the modernization of the Department of Defense's communications infrastructure, focusing on enhancing cyber security and broadband SATCOM services for C5ISR operations.

2024-12-11T05:09:51.339455-08:00

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Viasat Seeks Telesat LEO Capacity Amid Rising Starlink Competition

2024-11-07T15:28:27.252417-08:00

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Skyrora Tests Viasat's InRange System, Advancing UK Space Launch Capabilities

2024-10-31T06:06:47.458290-07:00

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Viasat's JetXP Connectivity Trials Garner Positive Business Aviation Feedback

2024-10-22T16:19:40.339340-07:00

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Viasat Secures $568M Contract to Boost DoD's C5ISR Capabilities Viasat has been awarded a five-year IDIQ contract by the U.S. General Services Administration, valued up to $568 million. This deal supports the modernization of the Department of Defense's communications infrastructure, focusing on enhancing cyber security and broadband SATCOM services for C5ISR operations.

2024-12-11T05:09:51.339455-08:00

Viasat Secures $568M Contract to Boost DoD's C5ISR Capabilities

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Viasat Seeks Telesat LEO Capacity Amid Rising Starlink Competition Viasat is advancing discussions to acquire Lightspeed LEO satellite capacity from Telesat as it positions itself against growing competition from Starlink. The integration with Viasat’s Ka-band service could enhance broadband delivery in challenging markets.

2024-11-07T15:28:27.252417-08:00

Viasat Seeks Telesat LEO Capacity Amid Rising Starlink Competition

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Skyrora Tests Viasat's InRange System, Advancing UK Space Launch Capabilities Skyrora's successful test of Viasat's InRange telemetry relay system, utilizing geostationary satellites, marks a pivotal advancement in the UK's commercial space launch industry, enhancing the efficiency of data transmission from rockets to Earth.

2024-10-31T06:06:47.458290-07:00

Skyrora Tests Viasat's InRange System, Advancing UK Space Launch Capabilities

FlightGlobal

Viasat's JetXP Connectivity Trials Garner Positive Business Aviation Feedback Viasat, leveraging its acquisition of Inmarsat, reports favorable feedback from initial trials of its JetXP in-flight connectivity program. This enhanced connectivity aims to provide business aviation clients with a consistent and reliable experience, aligning with rising expectations in the sector.

2024-10-22T16:19:40.339340-07:00

Viasat's JetXP Connectivity Trials Garner Positive Business Aviation Feedback

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Viasat Expands Brazilian Energy Connectivity with ST Engineering iDirect Viasat partners with ST Engineering iDirect to enhance satellite network infrastructure in Brazil, targeting the energy sector. The deployment of next-gen DCR/DBR hub on the Dialog platform promises scalable connectivity solutions, preparing Viasat Energy Services for future virtualized, cloud-based offerings.

2024-10-17T10:28:42.210308-07:00

Viasat Expands Brazilian Energy Connectivity with ST Engineering iDirect

PaxEx.Aero

SkyFive and Viasat Facilitate Seamless Roaming in Aviation Networks SkyFive and Viasat have established a roaming arrangement, enabling uninterrupted connectivity for planes utilizing Viasat's European Aviation Network and SkyFive's Saudi Arabia network. This collaboration enhances air-to-ground communication capabilities across Europe and the Middle East.

2024-10-11T03:33:48.840960-07:00

SkyFive and Viasat Facilitate Seamless Roaming in Aviation Networks

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ViaSat-3 F1 Powers Communications for U.S. Marine Corps Viasat's ViaSat-3 F1 satellite has commenced service, enhancing communication capabilities for the Marine Wing Communications Squadron 38 and the 3rd Marine Littoral Regiment across the Americas.

2024-10-10T05:02:37.101416-07:00

ViaSat-3 F1 Powers Communications for U.S. Marine Corps

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Viasat Unveils JetXP with Uncapped IFC Speeds for Business Aviation Viasat introduces its JetXP enhancement program, offering uncapped in-flight connectivity speeds and expanded capacity for Jet ConneX users in the business aviation sector. The initiative aims to improve network prioritization and support evolving connectivity demands.

2024-10-09T04:06:32.890947-07:00

Viasat Unveils JetXP with Uncapped IFC Speeds for Business Aviation