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Inflight Connectivity in a Post-COVID World

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 ... Read More

Challenge Accepted: Connectivity in the Democratic Republic of Congo

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, ... Read More

Mission Success: Intelsat and Xinabox Produce 12 Winners in Africa STEM Challenge

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 ... Read More

Severe-Storm Ready: Intelsat is Here to Help

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 ... Read More

Family Matters: How Tech has Changed the Way Military Families Connect

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 ... Read More

I Want my Inflight Connectivity (IFC)

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 ... Read More

“We’ve Been in Those Boots”

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 ... Read More

Honoring and Supporting our Service Members and their Families

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 ... Read More

Intelsat and Harbor Research Find Security, Ease of Set-up and Bandwidth Requirements are Top Needs for End Users of Land Mobile Connectivity Services

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 ... Read More

U.S. Troops Impressed by the Power of Intelsat FlexGround

Intelsat General Communications (IGC), a wholly owned subsidiary of Intelsat, and Cubic’s GATR Antennas recently demonstrated the power of the Intelsat FlexGround 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 ... Read More