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Merseyside Teenager Wins Education Grant for 'Housekeeping' Satellite Idea to Improve Space Sustainability

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Monday, April 29, 2024
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LONDON, April 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications, today announced Ash Goldsmith as the winner of its first-of-its-kind Viasat Beyond: Space STEM competition.

Key Points: 
  • He is one of three winners who will receive funding, after the final five pitched their space ideas to the judges, including the UK Space Agency's Head of Space Sustainability Ray Fielding and 'Galactic Gal' Camille Bergin.
  • I think space sustainability is important to us all, because we have all benefitted from satellite technology at some point in our daily lives.
  • Ray Fielding, Head of Space Sustainability at UK Space Agency and competition judge, said: "We were highly impressed with the quality of these students' entries.
  • In fact, their ideas are replicating many of the cutting-edge space sustainability concepts and technology ideas that the UK Space Agency is developing for UK Government.

Viasat to Bring In-Flight Connectivity to an Additional 40 Aircraft in Korean Air Fleet

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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CARLSBAD, Calif., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications, has been selected to power in-flight connectivity onboard 40 additional aircraft by Korean Air, South Korea's flag carrier.

Key Points: 
  • CARLSBAD, Calif., March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications, has been selected to power in-flight connectivity onboard 40 additional aircraft by Korean Air, South Korea's flag carrier.
  • The latest aircraft set to be connected in the Korean Air fleet will be 40 Boeing 787s, following news shared last year that Korean Air had committed to equipping 30 Airbus A321Neos with Viasat connectivity – its first in-flight connectivity partnership.
  • This announcement will bring the total number of Korean Air aircraft to be equipped with Viasat's connectivity solution to 70, with all aircraft scheduled to enter service by the end of 2027.
  • By adding connectivity to the cabin across so many aircraft, Korean Air is committing to meeting passenger expectations for increased connectivity while onboard.

Royal Jordanian Airlines to Elevate Passenger Experience with Viasat's State-of-the-Art In-flight Wi-Fi Across Multiple Fleets

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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AMMAN, Jordan and CARLSBAD, Calif., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Royal Jordanian Airlines (RJ) and Viasat Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications, today announced that the airline will officially make high-speed Wi-Fi a priority to enhance its future passenger experience by selecting Viasat's in-flight connectivity (IFC) solution across multiple fleets. In line with the airline's strategic plan to increase and modernize its fleet, Royal Jordanian Airlines will equip more than 40 total aircraft with Viasat connectivity systems, including plans to factory-install the system on its new Embraer E2, Airbus A320, Airbus 321 and Boeing 787-9 fleets. The airline also plans to retrofit its Boeing 787-8 widebody aircraft with the advanced Wi-Fi solution.

Key Points: 
  • Commenting on the new IFC relationship, Samer Majali, Vice Chairman / Board Designee CEO of Royal Jordanian Airlines, said, "We are committed to providing our passengers with a superior in-flight experience.
  • Don Buchman, VP and GM of Commercial Aviation at Viasat, said, "As Royal Jordanian Airlines looks to enhance its passenger experience for the future, we are proud to be part of enabling a next-level experience through fast and resilient connectivity wherever Royal Jordanian Airlines flies.
  • We have worked closely with the team at Royal Jordanian Airlines to develop a solution that will match its goals and provide an advanced experience for passengers.
  • By doing so, Viasat and Royal Jordanian Airlines will be able to provide a consistently high quality, high-speed, and content-rich in-flight Wi-Fi experience, even during times of peak demand.

Viasat and Rocket Lab Partner to Showcase On-Demand, Low-Latency Data Relay Services for LEO Satellites

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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The demonstrations will make evident Viasat’s portfolio of multi-band, space-based relay communication services in support of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) space missions with substantial flexibility in managing data, with lower data latency and higher throughput in real time.

Key Points: 
  • The demonstrations will make evident Viasat’s portfolio of multi-band, space-based relay communication services in support of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) space missions with substantial flexibility in managing data, with lower data latency and higher throughput in real time.
  • LEO satellites typically require direct line-of-sight to a ground station to communicate, introducing significant data latency into the mission operations.
  • The Real-Time Space Relay (RTSR) space-qualified Ka-band terminal will use Viasat’s high-capacity Ka-band network of satellites in geostationary orbit (GEO) to enable LEO operators on-demand access to critical mission data.
  • Rocket Lab will also provide a new L-band radio for InCommand called Frontier, which will support demonstrations of various TT&C applications.

Viasat and Rocket Lab Partner to Showcase On-Demand, Low-Latency Data Relay Services for LEO Satellites

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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CARLSBAD, Calif., and LONG BEACH, Calif., March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications, today announced it selected Rocket Lab USA, Inc (Nasdaq: RKLB), a leading launch and space systems company, to support Viasat's hybrid space communications networks demonstrations by producing a spacecraft bus and providing mission operation support. The demonstrations will make evident Viasat's portfolio of multi-band, space-based relay communication services in support of Low Earth Orbit (LEO) space missions with substantial flexibility in managing data, with lower data latency and higher throughput in real time.

Key Points: 
  • LEO satellites typically require direct line-of-sight to a ground station to communicate, introducing significant data latency into the mission operations.
  • The Real-Time Space Relay (RTSR) space-qualified Ka-band terminal will use Viasat's high-capacity Ka-band network of satellites in geostationary orbit (GEO) to enable LEO operators on-demand access to critical mission data.
  • Rocket Lab will also provide a new L-band radio for InCommand called Frontier, which will support demonstrations of various TT&C applications.
  • Rocket Lab Vice President of Space Systems, Brad Clevenger, said: "Rocket Lab spacecraft are built on configurable, high-performance subsystems based on constellation-class manufacturing.

Viasat Chosen To Power Inflight Connectivity on Icelandair's New Airbus Aircraft

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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CARLSBAD, Calif., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications, today announced that Icelandair has selected its industry-leading inflight Wi-Fi solution for the airline's new fleet of Airbus aircraft. The new fleet is expected to service routes between Iceland and Europe as well as transatlantic flights, and is scheduled to begin delivery in Q4 CY 2024, marking the first Airbus aircraft to be operated by Icelandair.

Key Points: 
  • CARLSBAD, Calif., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications, today announced that Icelandair has selected its industry-leading inflight Wi-Fi solution for the airline's new fleet of Airbus aircraft.
  • Thanks to this, together Viasat and Icelandair can provide a consistently high quality, high-speed, and content-rich in-flight Wi-Fi experience, even during times of intense demand.
  • "We understand the patterns of Icelandair's operation and passenger demand for in-flight Wi-Fi, and we are excited to extend this experience and trust to include fast and resilient connectivity on the new Airbus aircraft."
  • For more information about Viasat's in-flight connectivity solutions, please visit the Company's Commercial Aviation page at vsat.co/commercial-aviation

Viasat Wins Contract from Northrop Grumman on U.S. Air Force's Commercial Space Internet Experiments

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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CARLSBAD, Calif., Feb. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications, has been awarded a contract from Northrop Grumman to support the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) initiative, called the Defense Experimentation Using Commercial Space Internet (DEUCSI) Call 003 program – better known by its nickname 'Global Lightning.'

Key Points: 
  • Northrop Grumman was awarded a four-year contract to test how defense contractors and commercial satcom providers could integrate space internet services into existing military systems.
  • As part of its contract with Northrop Grumman, Viasat will provide its ViaSat-3 Satellite Communications Network to enable military users to easily access high-bandwidth satellite internet connectivity from existing USAF aircraft or ground vehicles.
  • Under the deal, Viasat will integrate its ViaSat-3 modem into Northrop Grumman's open systems processors and antenna solutions to conduct experiments demonstrating its use on multiple platforms.
  • "Global Lightning is about delivering flexibility and agility for military users," said Victor Farah, Head of Viasat Government Systems.

Viasat Announces First U.S. Navy Military Sealift Command Ship Installation

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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CARLSBAD, Calif., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications, today announced the completion of the first ship installation for the U.S. Navy Military Sealift Command (MSC) under the Next Generation Wideband (NGW) Follow-On (FO) 10-year Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity contract awarded to Inmarsat Government by the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) on June 30, 2022. Under the contract, the company maintains and operates commercial communications infrastructure, which includes satellite systems, teleport services and terrestrial services. Inmarsat Government is now part of Viasat's government business following the company's acquisition of Inmarsat on May 30, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Inmarsat Government is now part of Viasat's government business following the company's acquisition of Inmarsat on May 30, 2023.
  • This first installation of 105 ships demonstrates the company's ability to deliver a robust, reliable global managed satellite communications (SATCOM) solution.
  • "As the premier maritime logistics provider for the U.S. Department of Defense, the Military Sealift Command plays a critical role in our nation's defense.
  • "We have reliably served the U.S. Navy Military Sealift Command for more than 10 years, and we are proud to continue supporting its operations around the world," said Steve Gizinski, Managing Director, Viasat Government Services.

Viasat Releases Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Results

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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CARLSBAD, Calif., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications, today published its third quarter fiscal year 2024 financial results in a letter to shareholders, which is now posted to the Investor Relations section of the website.

Key Points: 
  • CARLSBAD, Calif., Feb. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications, today published its third quarter fiscal year 2024 financial results in a letter to shareholders, which is now posted to the Investor Relations section of the website.
  • As previously announced, Viasat will host a conference call today, Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. Pacific Time / 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
  • Participants can also listen to the live webcast from the Investor Relations section of the website.
  • The call will be archived and available on the site for approximately one month immediately following the conference call.

Viasat Sets February 6, 2024 for Third Quarter Fiscal Year 2024 Financial Results Conference Call and Webcast

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024
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CARLSBAD, Calif., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications, today announced it will release its third quarter fiscal year 2024 financial results on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024 after the market closes, via a letter to shareholders posted to the Investor Relations section of its website.

Key Points: 
  • CARLSBAD, Calif., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications, today announced it will release its third quarter fiscal year 2024 financial results on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024 after the market closes, via a letter to shareholders posted to the Investor Relations section of its website.
  • The Company will also host a conference call and webcast on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. Pacific Time / 5:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
  • To participate on the live conference call, please dial: (800) 715-9871 in the U.S. or +1 (646) 307-1963 internationally and reference the conference ID 6857849.
  • The live webcast will be available on Viasat's Investor Relations website and will be archived and available on the site for approximately one month immediately following the conference call.