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How Emergency Responders can leverage affordable, high-speed communications when disaster strikes
In a recent article, we discussed the changing communications landscape of the public emergency management sector. This covered trends like end users’ evolving data and communication needs, the limitations of traditional networks to meet these needs and how natural disasters further disrupt communication channels. Together, these three factors c ... Read More
Intelsat Cloud Connect Service Enables Enterprise Users to Securely and Reliably Access the Cloud Anywhere, Anytime
New managed cloud service further enhances Intelsat’s global networking portfolio McLean, VA – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network, today announced a new capability as part of its global managed networking service: Intelsat Cloud Connect, which helps enterprises realize the full value of the ... Read More
Intelsat Finalizes Satellite and Launch Vehicle Contracts for U.S. C-band Spectrum Transition
Years of careful planning and significant up-front investments enable Intelsat’s early progress and pave the way for 5G in America McLean, VA – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network, today announced it has finalized all of its required contracts with satellite manufacturers and launch-vehicle ... Read More
Emergency Response Preparedness Requires the Right Land Mobile Solution
Proper preparedness is the backbone of any emergency response team. This allows team members to hit the ground running with little to no delays. There are many factors that must be considered for effective emergency response readiness. Among them, a reliable communication channel that provides quick information access remains an important componen ... Read More
Intelsat to Acquire Commercial Aviation Business of Gogo
Combination Brings Together Two Complementary Powerhouses – the World’s Largest Satellite Network and the Leading Provider of Commercial In-flight Connectivity. Will Redefine the In-flight Broadband Experience and Offer More Robust Solutions for Airlines and Passengers. McLean, VA – August 31, 2020 – Intelsat (OTC: INTEQ), operator of the ... Read More
Intelsat Announces Successful Launch of Galaxy 30 and MEV-2
McLean, Va. – August 15, 2020 – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network, announced the successful launch of Galaxy 30, a geosynchronous communications satellite that will primarily provide high-performance television distribution service to Intelsat’s North American customers. Northrop Grumma ... Read More
ViacomCBS Networks International Selects Intelsat for Video Distribution to Major Global Markets
Premium content powerhouse to maximize viewership with Intelsat’s full suite of managed media services, direct-to-home platform, robust video neighborhoods, terrestrial fiber and ground-to-satellite uplinks McLean, Va. – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network, today announced it has been selec ... Read More
Intelsat Announces New Vice President of Global Government Affairs and Policy
Peter B. Davidson brings more than 35 years of government, telecom and legal expertise McLean, Va. – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network, today announced that Peter B. Davidson has joined the company as Vice President of Global Government Affairs and Policy. Based in the company’s McLean, V ... Read More
Keeping Mobile Customers Connected (and Happy) When Outages Occur
Whether texting a friend, checking the latest weather or news, or calling 911 for assistance, mobile subscribers depend on continuous, quality connectivity when using their cellular-enabled mobile devices (smartphones, tablets, laptops). When that connectivity is unexpectedly interrupted, subscribers quickly become frustrated and turn immediately ... Read More
Intelsat and Liquid Telecom Extend Successful Partnership that Delivers Reliable Internet Services to Africa
Extension will bring broadband and other critical communications services to more people throughout Eastern, Central and Southern Africa McLean, Va. & London – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network, today announced an extension of its partnership with Liquid Telecom the leading pan-Africa ... Read More
Intelsat Files C-band Spectrum Transition Plan with FCC to Accelerate America’s 5G Buildout
Filing encapsulates two years of detailed and proactive planning to expedite America’s C-band transition – while preserving quality service to Intelsat’s broadcast, cable, religious and government customers, and the 100+ million U.S. households they serve McLean, VA – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and te ... Read More
Intelsat Procures New Satellites for C-band Spectrum Transition
Contracts in place with U.S. manufacturers Maxar Technologies and Northrop Grumman McLean, VA – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network, today announced that it has contracted for new satellites with U.S. manufacturers, a necessary step to meet the accelerated C-band spectrum clearing timelin ... Read More
Intelsat and Broadband TV News Explore Media Distribution Market in Central and Eastern Europe
Three-part webinar series now available on demand Intelsat recently hosted a three-part webinar series in partnership with Broadband TV News to discuss the current status and future of the media distribution market in Central and Eastern Europe. We were joined by industry experts who reviewed insights, technical challenges and trends, as well as ... Read More
After the Storm: Intelsat Helps Connect Cyclone-Battered Island
Capacity donation part of Intelsat’s ongoing work with UN Emergency Telecommunications Cluster Restoring communications on the island of Vanuatu in the Solomon Islands. Much needed communication relief has arrived on the remote of island of Vanuatu in the Solomon Islands. Cyclone Harold battered this area in early April, making landfall as a Cat ... Read More
IGC Enters Cooperative R&D Agreement with U.S. ACCDC C5ISR Center
Intelsat General Enters into Cooperative R&D Agreement with U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command C5ISR Center Collaboration aims to advance SATCOM system capabilities McLean, VA – Intelsat General Communications, LLC (IGC), a wholly owned subsidiary of Intelsat, has entered into a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement ... Read More
Increased Demand for Content Creates Opportunities for Broadcasters in Africa
Intelsat helps broadcasters tap into growing direct-to-home market and bring in-demand content to more viewers across the continent Viewership habits in Africa are changing as consumers continue to demand a more personalized media experience across a variety of connected devices and one that’s catered to their growing preference for more localiz ... Read More
Introducing FlexMove – A New Era of Land Mobility Connectivity
A flexible and fully provisioned global managed service that removes the cost and complexity out of creating and managing a communications network In a recent blog, we explored the limitations of legacy networks and the challenges that arise from attempts to satisfy the increasing data demands from land mobility end users. The challenges ... Read More
Intelsat’s Restructuring will help Transform Satellite for a New Age of Connectivity A Q&A with CEO Stephen Spengler
The following interview with Intelsat CEO Stephen Spengler ran in Connectivity Business on May 21, 2020. The full text of is reprinted here with the permission of Connectivity Business. To access the original article on the Connectivity Business website, please click here. “Intelsat’s restructuring will help transform satellite for a new ... Read More
Intelsat Opts into FCC Accelerated C-band Clearing Plan
Company mobilizes operations to accelerate C-band clearing for U.S. 5G McLean, Va. – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network, today filed a written commitment with the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to accelerate clearing of the U.S. C-band spectrum. Intelsat completed the filin ... Read More
Intelsat Launches End-to-End Managed Cellular Backhaul Solution for U.S. Mobile Operators
Cost-efficient, turnkey managed service helps mobile operators quickly deploy 4G and 5G coverage everywhere, with a focus on rural America McLean, VA – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network, today launched Intelsat CellBackhaul, an end-to-end managed service that helps Mobile Network Operators ... Read More