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Airbus signs multi-satellite contract with Intelsat for OneSat flexible satellites
Shaping the future with Intelsat: provision of next-generation Software Defined Satellites for global communications services; New success for OneSat, reinforcing its leading position in the market Toulouse / McLean, Va, 8 January 2021 – Airbus has signed a contract with Intelsat to build two OneSat satellites operating in multiple frequency ban ... Read More
Intelsat Completes Acquisition of Gogo Commercial Aviation, Announces Leadership Appointments
Intelsat is now the leading global provider of inflight broadband services to commercial airlines McLean, Va. – Intelsat today completed its acquisition of the Commercial Aviation business of Gogo, creating the world’s leading provider of inflight broadband connectivity to the commercial aviation industry. The closing of the $400 million cash ... Read More
Intelsat and AMN Recognized for Accomplishments in Closing the Digital Divide
Partnership has connected nearly 5 million people in underserved locations across Sub-Saharan Africa Intelsat and Africa Mobile Networks (AMN) were recently honored for their work bringing mobile connectivity to millions of people in remote areas across Sub-Saharan Africa. Euroconsult awarded Intelsat and AMN the “Mobile Connectivity / Universal ... Read More
Intelsat CellBackhaul Coming to Europe
Managed service helps MNOs expand coverage to more communities, roadways, parks and remote sites Intelsat has recently seen a doubling of traffic in rural cellular networks, which we attribute to the shift in increased remote working, education and healthcare to these areas, and away from centralized urban centers. This trend is adding to the alre ... Read More
Inland Cellular Brings Critical 4G Broadband to Rural Areas Using Intelsat CellBackhaul
Intelsat managed service helps Inland Cellular extend broadband connectivity to underserved customers in remote areas of Washington state McLean, VA & Spokane, WA – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network, and Inland Cellular, a regional mobile network operator (MNO) serving communities in the ... Read More
Intelsat Helps Scientists Stay Connected in One of the Planet’s Harshest Climates
New high-wind satellite terminal headed to Antarctica Intelsat General Communications, an Intelsat subsidiary that primarily serves U.S. government and military customers, is proudly supporting the important work of the scientists stationed at the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) outpost in Antarctica who conduct research that cannot be done ... Read More
Go for Launch! Intelsat Brings Space STEM to Students in Africa
Intelsat is now partnering with XinaBox to deliver space-focused STEM learning tools to teenagers across the African continent. Intelsat is sponsoring scholarships, each worth hundreds of dollars, for 20 students in Africa to access XinaBox’s dedicated space STEM kits and educational programs, which culminate in students designing, building and ... Read More
Intelsat and Cubic Bring Connectivity to Louisiana First Responders in Aftermath of Hurricane Laura
After Hurricane Laura made landfall as a Category 4 storm on the U.S. Gulf Coast in August, Intelsat and its customer Cubic provided critical internet connectivity to first responders and residents in Lake Charles, Louisiana. According to news reports, Hurricane Laura rolled onto shore with winds upwards of 150 mph. It devastated large swaths of ... Read More
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 McLea ... Read More
Fifty-One Years and Counting: Intelsat Celebrates the Historic Apollo 11 Mission
It’s amazing to believe that only 12 people have ever walked on the moon. Those fortunate souls surely haven’t forgotten the exhilarating moments they experienced. Many watched the live broadcast of this momentous occasion from their living room television sets as space pioneers Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin took their first leaps to the moon ... Read More
Live Aid, 35 Years Later: Celebrating Satellite History
Monday, July 13 marks the 35th anniversary of Live Aid, a benefit concert that raised money for the relief of famine-stricken countries in Africa. The 16-hour “super concert” featured more than 75 acts, including Queen, Run DMC, Paul McCartney, Madonna and Elton John performing in two spots: Wembley Stadium in London and JFK Stadium ... 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