The University of the South Pacific had one of the few functioning connections post volcanic activity. Photo courtesy: The University of the South Pacific
A Vital Connection: How One University in Tonga Kept the Island Nation Connected During Volcanic Aftermath
It’s been nearly two months since a volcanic explosion and subsequent tsunami devastated the Pacific island nation […]
Aerospace industry executive to head leading satellite communications company
McLean, Va. – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network, has tapped David Wajsgras, as its next chief executive officer (CEO). Effective April 4, Wajsgras succeeds Stephen Spengler, who announced his planned retirement in Oct. 2021.
Wajsgras has two decades of experience at the
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Intelsat and MaxIQ Launch Second Year of STEM Learning for African Students
Intelsat is bringing the love of space to teenagers across the African continent as we welcome 30 new students to the second year of our MaxIQ Space (formerly Xinabox) Space STEM (space, technology, engineering and math) program.
The popular and intensive program culminates in students
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Agreement with Orange Mali Expands Secure Connectivity in Hard-to-Reach Areas
McLean, Va. – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network and leading provider of inflight connectivity (IFC), has been selected by Orange Mali SA to bring 3G and 4G connectivity to hard-to-reach areas in Mali, the eighth largest country in Africa.The agreement
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TIM Brasil Implements the Largest Satellite Network in Latin America.
In partnership with Intelsat, TIM continues to expand its Sky Coverage project with a satellite transport solution through a sustainable and autonomous model (off-grid)
McLean, Va. and Rio de Janeiro – TIM Brasil is expanding Sky Coverage to new points in the northern region of the country
McLean, Va. – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network, has been selected by Vodacom DRC, a leading mobile telecommunication company in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to provide its Ku-band satellite services. Intelsat’s end-to-end managed CellBackhaul service will serve as an alternative backhaul service to certain sites as a
Collaboration Establishes Satellite-and-Cloud Architecture Blueprint to Deliver Private LTE and 5G to Locations Around the Globe
McLean, Va., and Redmond, Wash. – Intelsat, operator of one of the world’s largest and most advanced integrated satellite and terrestrial networks, today announced the successful demonstration of a first of its kind private cellular network with Microsoft Azure Private
Exits with Significantly Deleveraged Balance Sheet and Nearly $7 Billion in New Financing to Support Growth as Leader in Satellite Communications
MCLEAN, VA – February 23, 2022 – Intelsat S.A. announced today that it has successfully completed and emerged from its financial restructuring process as a private company with a substantially strengthened capital structure
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Connectivity Made Simple. Intelsat’s Mark Rasmussen with Satcom Direct’s Chris Moore and Jim Jensen.
This global, fully integrated solution is designed exclusively for business aviation
McLean, Va. – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network and leading provider of inflight connectivity (IFC), today announced Satcom Direct’s (SD) Plane Simple
Hungaro DigiTel partnership strengthens 1West Video Neighborhood
Many of Intelsat’s most successful TV customers can be found at the 1West neighborhood. TV2 has Hungary’s largest television portfolio.
McLean, Va. – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network, has signeda contract with Hungaro DigiTel, one of Europe’s leading satellite telecommunications providers, to
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Newly installed aircraft will feature best connectivity experience across Latin America.
McLean, Va. – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite, terrestrial network and leading provider of Inflight Connectivity (IFC) services, along with LATAM Airlines Group today announced Intelsat’s connectivity service will be installed in its fleet of Airbus narrow body aircraft including A320ceo and
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Agreement Delivers High-Speed Inflight Connectivity to one of the Fastest-growing Markets for Air Travel
McLean, Va. – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network and leading provider of inflight connectivity (IFC), has expanded its partnership with SKY Perfect JSAT Corporation to use its next-generation JCSAT-1C high-throughput satellites (HTS) over Japan and Asia,
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McLean, Va. – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network, in cooperation with Telstra and Spark deployed emergency communications services to support humanitarian aid to Tonga and the archipelago for Digicel Tonga and Tonga Communications Corporation.
The undersea volcano, Hunga-Tonga-Hunga-Ha’apai, erupted on Jan. 15,
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Intelsat now has Four Software-Defined Satellites in Production
The artist’s view represents the two Intelsat software-defined satellites, IS-41 and IS-44, with the corresponding antennas configuration. (courtesy: Thales Alenia Space).
McLean, Va. – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network, and Thales Alenia Space, Joint Venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%) have signed
Fully Consensual Plan Will Reduce Debt by More Than Half and Position Company for Long-Term Success
Early 2022 Emergence Expected as Company Builds World’s First Global 5G Satellite-Based, Software-Defined, Unified Network
Commitments Obtained for Nearly $8 Billion in Exit Financing
MCLEAN, VA – December 16, 2021 – Intelsat S.A. (OTC: INTEQ) announced today that the U.S. Bankruptcy Court
McLean, Va. – Telefónica Germany is now using the Intelsat CellBackhaul managed service through Telefónica Global Solutions (TGS) to bring 4G LTE mobile coverage rapidly, cost-efficiently, and reliably to customers in some of its most rural coverage areas.
Telefónica Germany is always working to strengthen and expand its national network coverage. Now it can access the
Intelsat team members on site to accept award on behalf of the company
McLean, Va. – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network, has been named the Best Satellite Operator by Telecom Review. The award was presented to Intelsat during the 15th edition of the Telecom Review Leaders’ Summit held virtually and in-person
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McLean, Va. – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network, has been named the Best Wi-Fi Service in commercial aviation by Global Traveler (GT) magazine.
GT offers unique daily content catering to the lifestyle and travel interests of premium travelers who fly all over the world for business and pleasure. The magazine’s
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Delivers reliable broadband services through new India gateway
McLean, Va. – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network, announces the expansion of its global FlexMaritime service, now enabling connectivity for vessels traveling in Indian territorial waters and immediately enhancing the service coverage for all of Intelsat’s 8,000 existing FlexMaritime vessels. The landmark
Designed to meet the needs of vessels in a range of maritime markets, FlexMaritime supports vital business and crew communications with flexible, reliable connectivity solutions
McLean, Va. – Intelsat, operator of the world’s largest satellite fleet and connectivity infrastructure, now has more than 8,000 vessels operating on its award-winning FlexMaritime service.
The company, the world’s leading provider
