Legacy Satcom Providers Move To Combine Forces

Bill Carey November 11, 2021
Viasat-3 Ka-band high-capacity satellites
The first of three new Viasat-3 Ka-band high-capacity satellites is scheduled to launch in the first quarter of 2022.
Credit: Viasat
Major legacy players in mobile satellite communications have opted to consolidate in the face of a rapidly expanding industry. U.S. satellite operator, equipment manufacturer and internet service provider Viasat on Nov. 8 announced a definitive agreement to acquire UK-based mobile satcom heavyweight...
Bill Carey

Based in Washington, D.C., Bill covers business aviation and advanced air mobility for Aviation Week Network. A former newspaper reporter, he has also covered the airline industry, military aviation, commercial space and unmanned aircraft systems. He is the author of 'Enter The Drones, The FAA and UAVs in America,' published in 2016.

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