In recent years, the commercial fishing sector has experienced an uptick in the adoption of Very Small Aperture Terminals (VSAT). With the number of VSAT equipped vessels is expecting a CAGR of 11% by 2030, this trend represents a major market shift. At one time, broadband connectivity at sea for smaller vessels seemed like a […]
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With 63% market penetration in the Asia-Pacific region, traditional Pay TV services lead the way in revenue generation
The trends and analyses featured in Intelsat’s Media Market Watch 2021 demonstrate that the reach, reliability, capacity and revenue potential of satellite are proving that it’s still the most future-forward option for media distribution.
The Asia-Pacific region is one
Intelsat has a long history of lending its support to first responders and humanitarian organizations during times of crisis.
In 2020 alone, Intelsat utilized its leading global satellite network, connectivity expertise and partner relationships to provide on-the-ground satellite communications relief in the immediate aftermath of Hurricane Laura on the U.S. Gulf Coast and Cyclone Harold on
At Intelsat, we pride ourselves on doing everything we can to ensure our customers receive the best possible service experience. So, when Northrop Grumman first introduced its Mission Extension Vehicle technology, we jumped at the chance to use in-orbit servicing to help extend the life of the satellites in our 50-plus-strong fleet.
Fast forward to 2020,
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This article originally appeared in the June 2021 edition of Satellite Pro Middle East.
While the aviation industry has been badly hit by the Covid pandemic, the vaccination roll-out that has been kicked off by many countries around the world gives us some hope that we might get back to some normality. And the industry
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Did you know more than 49 million people live in remote or rural regions of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC)?
In those regions, more than 32 million live in an area without a minimum of 3G. The lack of reliable connectivity via mobile phone or computer can limit interactions needed for learning, working, health,
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Preparing the next generation to lead new and exciting innovations is fundamental to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in communications technology and beyond.
Considering almost half of the world’s population doesn’t have access to broadband technology, Intelsat aims to rise to meet the challenge of preparing children around the globe to participate in a tech-forward
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Intelsat is ready with emergency satellite communications services as the 2021 hurricane season starts
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) recently released its 2021 Atlantic hurricane season forecast, predicting an active storm season with a 60% chance of an above-normal number of named storms.
NOAA says there is a possibility for 13 to 20 named storms –
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In May, Intelsat is highlighting its military veteran employees, the services we provide to the active armed forces and our ongoing philanthropic support for military- and veteran-support organizations. We’re also recognizing the unwavering sacrifices of military spouses and families.
Satellite communications has long provided a lifeline for military families to stay connected during deployments.
Meet Megan, an
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You’ve packed your sunscreen, flip-flops, your patience and your mobile device.
Whether this is your first flight since the pandemic or not, you know a lot of things have changed.
Your expectations for in-flight connectivity (IFC) are one of those changes. Being cooped up at home with access to high-speed internet and all of your favorite movies,
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Intelsat’s military veterans share real-world experiences that continue to shape their careers
One of the reasons why Intelsat is the leading provider of satellite connectivity to the U.S. Armed Forces is because we understand what it takes to successfully complete a mission.
Intelsat provides secure and seamless broadband connectivity, video communications and mobility services through its open,
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Intelsat donation to the Patriot Foundation will fund scholarships for children of fallen and wounded U.S. service members
May is National Military Appreciation Month, and Intelsat is honoring current and former members of the U.S. Armed Forces all month long.
Intelsat began the month with a donation to the Patriot Foundation, which provides support to the families of
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Recent Survey of 350 Industry Professionals Reveals Remote Connectivity and Security Needs are Biggest Drives of Satellite Adoption
Staying connected no matter where you are or what you’re doing is now a way of life. That doesn’t change for businesses, first responders and other professionals who work in the field or on the road, and who
Intelsat General Communications (IGC), a wholly owned subsidiary of Intelsat, and Cubic’s GATR Antennas recently demonstrated the power of the Intelsat FlexMove for Government service for the U.S. Air Force’s 628th Mission Support Group and 437th Operations Support Squadron or Combat Readiness Group (CRG) at Joint Base Charleston in South Carolina.
The CRG is looking for
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Did you know that the Intelsat 20 satellite (IS-20) serves 40 million households across six African sub-Saharan countries? That means the power of just one Intelsat satellite brings more than 560 Pay TV and Free-to-Air (FTA) channels to millions of households every day.
Intelsat was the first operator in the region in 1965, and we were
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Deal is one of the largest and longest new business satellite agreements in the region in recent years
Intelsat today announced a monumental deal with Slovak Telekom that will change the landscape of its services, including direct to home (DTH), in the Central and Eastern European (CEE) region.
Finalized last week, the deal will provide Slovak with
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Intelsat investments and partnerships are helping to preserve historic area, support local community
Intelsat has owned its Paumalu, Hawaii teleport site since the 1960s. Over the years, with Intelsat’s help, the former pineapple farm-turned satellite operations site on the North Shore of Hawaii’s Oahu island has evolved into a model of sustainable operations and community partnership.
In
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Small, affordable, easy-to-install maritime terminals bring fast data speeds to coastal fishing, leisure and recreational vessels
Intelsat released a smaller antenna class for its FlexMaritime service today that will bring a new level of broadband connectivity performance and affordability to leisure, fishing and light-commercial maritime vessels around the world.
The 45 centimeter (cm) antennas are small enough
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Post-COVID Travel Should Include Better Inflight Connectivity, Survey Finds
It’s no surprise that the COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on the commercial aviation industry. With global vaccination rates surging, however, airlines are optimistic that most passengers will soon return to booking both business and leisure trips. In fact, TSA daily screenings recently topped 1.5 million for
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Company Expands Its Industry-Leading Customer-Service Capabilities
Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network, is expanding its industry-leading customer support capabilities by opening three new Customer Operations Centers in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Johannesburg, South Africa and Chennai, India.
The centers are a key component of Intelsat’s world-class 24/7 customer experience, which provides customers
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