Author: Staff Writer

The evolution of satellite operator Viasat has been one of the most interesting stories in the satellite industry in recent years. The company has grabbed major headlines from the Inmarsat acquisition to the unexpected ViaSat-3 issue. This is a collection of Via Satellite’s stories about the evolution of Viasat.

Sponsored By: The launch of JUPITER™ 3 on July 28, 2023, from Kennedy Space Center marked the beginning of a new era of connectivity. The largest commercial communications satellite ever built doubles the capacity of the Hughes JUPITER fleet and promises to redefine the way we connect. Designed to meet customer needs, JUPITER 3 provides faster speeds,...

        The SpaceBridge mobility antennas are specifically designed to meet the rigorous demands of the most challenging and mission-critical applications. Crafted with precision and cutting-edge technology, these antennas represent a pinnacle in performance and reliability. Whether navigating the complexities of remote communication or addressing the essential requirements of crucial missions, SpaceBridge antennas...

Nominations for Satellite Executive and Technology of the Year 2023 are now open through December 22, 2023. Submit your nominations!

Today’s space startup landscape is arguably the most difficult and competitive it has been in several years. Space investors, now much more cautious following a string of big bank failures and SPAC burnout, are switching to a “quality over quantity” mindset and moving more money toward entrepreneurs with stable, long-term business models. Persuasive pitch decks...

When it comes to satellites, physics rules. When it comes to delivering small satellites rapidly, Millennium’s Law rules – at least at Millennium Space Systems, a Boeing Company. “Rather than the law of physics, Millennium’s Law is a play on Moore’s law, an observation and projection of a historical trend,” said Jason Kim, chief executive officer,...

Daily, millions of devices emit radio frequency (RF) energy across the electromagnetic spectrum for vital functions such as communication and navigation. HawkEye 360’s satellites can passively collect this energy and provide accurate geolocations, creating a unique look at the activity around the world. Space-based RF geolocation capabilities provide global access to monitoring RF activities. Space-based RF...

Orbit Communication Systems, a pioneering company with a track record spanning over seven decades, continues to innovate and expand the possibilities of connectivity. Known for its provision of cutting-edge maritime and airborne SATCOM terminals, tracking ground station solutions, and mission-critical airborne audio management systems, Orbit has unveiled its latest breakthrough: tri-band communication systems. In an...

Via Satellite’s July edition looks at the growing demand for sovereign space systems, and how top satellite operators are dealing with increased competition. Also: An interview with UNIO’s CEO and CTO, and a story on the Space Sustainability Summit.

Space infrastructure services company Momentus secured a contract with Italy’s Apogeo Space to provide orbital transportation services for nine of Apogeo’s IoT constellation picosatellites. The deal, announced Monday, represents the second nine-satellite batch Momentus that will deliver for Apogeo’s planned 100-satellite constellation, which is schedule to enter service by the second half of 2023. Apogeo’s...