Viasat

http://www.viasat.com
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Viasat, a publicly owned telecommunications company founded in 1986 and headquartered in the United States, employs approximately 6,000 people. In 2023, the company reported revenues exceeding $1 billion. Its primary business is providing enterprise connectivity services.

2023 Revenue

Founded

1986

Headcount

5,993

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Primary Segment

Enterprise connectivity services

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Publicly Owned

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Viasat announced a partnership with Riyadh Air on an unspecified date to provide free, high-speed in-flight internet access to Riyadh Air loyalty program members. This partnership will use Viasat's most advanced connectivity solution. A subsequent announcement specified that this free in-flight connectivity, powered by Viasat's multi-orbit-ready satellite network, will be available on initial Boeing 787 Dreamliner deliveries, offering seamless streaming, browsing, and gaming from gate to gate where permitted. Separately, Viasat World announced the expansion of its Viasat True Crime channel. In April, Viasat World launched Viasat True Crime on United Group's EON TV platforms in Bulgaria, Croatia, Slovenia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Greece. This expands the channel's existing reach in Southeastern Europe.

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Viasat offers 3 products in the media tech, connectivity and cloud and telecoms tech industries. Viasat's product portfolio comprises of connectivity and distribution services, enterprise connectivity services, telecoms network infrastructure and enterprise security.

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Viasat's revenues were $4.3B in 2023. Caretta Research has split Viasat's revenue into 4 different product categories, the largest of which is satellite data connectivity, which represents 62% of Viasat's revenue.

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Apr

10th

2025

13:24

Corporate Restructuring, Caretta Research_Monitor Company

Top Space Execs to Watch in 2025: Viasat’s Victor Farah

Victor Farah Senior Vice President of Government Services and Solutions, Viasat Victor Farah led the integration of Inmarsat Government and Viasat Government Satcom into a single high-performing organization. This move gave Viasat a stronger, more unified go-to-market strategy in the government satcom space.

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Apr

10th

2025

08:41

New Offerings

Viasat outlines multi-orbit connectivity roadmap with Amara launch

In-flight connectivity specialist Viasat has unveiled its next-generation solution for commercial aviation, Amara, under a product roadmap which includes plans for a new electronically steered antenna (ESA) terminal to dynamically tap multi-orbit satellite services. Viasat’s senior vice-president and general manager global commercial aviation, Don Buchman, says Amara “goes far beyond” fast and free high-speed Wi-Fi.

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Apr

9th

2025

18:30

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ORCA Demonstrates Real-World Quantum Use Cases at QTAP Showcase

ORCA Computing presented a set of completed use cases at the Digital Catapult’s Quantum Technology Access Programme (QTAP) Showcase, highlighting the application of photonic quantum computing in real-world industrial contexts. Companies including Vodafone, BAE Systems, Autonomia, Origami Labs, Viasat, ZF Group, SIMULEX Limited and MBDA developed and deployed quantum applications using ORCA’s PT-2 photonic platform and software development kit.

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Apr

9th

2025

13:47

New Offerings

Viasat Launches Amara: Next Generation In-Flight Connectivity Solution to Deliver a Connected Experience Unique to Each Airline

Viasat, Inc., a global leader in satellite communications and the market leader in In-flight Connectivity (IFC), announced its next-generation solution for commercial aviation, Viasat Amara. Powering the new IFC solution are innovations in core satellite network design, hardware advancements, and a suite of digital products.

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Apr

9th

2025

13:44

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Video On Demand In Hospitality Market is Booming Worldwide |Kaltura,Viasat,Amazon

HTF MI just released the Global Video On Demand In Hospitality Market Study, a comprehensive analysis of the market that spans more than 143+ pages and describes the product and industry scope as well as the market prognosis and status for 2025-2032.

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Apr

9th

2025

10:16

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Bluebox joins Viasat Connected Partner Platform

Bluebox Aviation Systems has announced it is set to become a member of Viasat’s Connected Partner Platform, which hosts applications designed to enrich the passenger experience through onboard retail, destination bookings, entertainment, and more. Under an agreement between the companies, Bluebox’s Blueview Retail solution will be available to airlines using Viasat’s in-flight connectivity-powered digital products.

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Apr

9th

2025

07:46

New Offerings

Viasat Launches Amara: Next Generation In-Flight Connectivity Solution to Deliver a Connected Experience Unique to Each Airline

CARLSBAD, Calif., April 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Today, Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications and the market leader in In-flight Connectivity (IFC), announced its next-generation solution for commercial aviation, Viasat Amara.

IT Business Net

Apr

9th

2025

02:25

New Offerings

Viasat Launches Amara: Next-Gen In-Flight Connectivity Solution for Airlines

Viasat, a global leader in satellite communications and the market leader in In-flight Connectivity (IFC), announced its next-generation solution for commercial aviation, Viasat Amara. Powering the new IFC solution are innovations in core satellite network design, hardware advancements, and a suite of digital products.

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Apr

8th

2025

21:47

Procurement and Sales, Caretta Research_Monitor Company

Telesat signs multi-year agreement with Viasat for Lightspeed LEO services

Telesat signs multi-year agreement with Viasat for Lightspeed LEO services Canadian satellite operator Telesat announced Monday it has secured a “substantial” multi-year contract with Carlsbad, Calif.-based satellite communications provider Viasat Inc. for Telesat Lightspeed low Earth orbit (LEO) services.

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Apr

8th

2025

18:30

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Air Force, Viasat Reach Tentative SDA Bid Protest Resolution

The U.S. Air Force and Viasat have reached a tentative resolution in a months-long lawsuit concerning a SDA (Space Development Agency)-related contract award, court documents show. Viasat filed a bid protest Sept. 23, 2024, against two contract awards for the SDA’s Tranche 2 Transport Layer (T2TL)...

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Apr

8th

2025

14:51

Procurement and Sales, Caretta Research_Monitor Company

Viasat to Integrate Telesat LEO Capacity Into Multi-Orbit Network

Viasat has signed an agreement with Telesat to integrate the latter’s Lightspeed low Earth orbit Ka-band capacity into its multi-orbit network, ensuring the delivery of new connectivity standard to mobility and defense customers. The incorporation of Telesat Lightspeed into ultra-high throughput satellites will provide clients with fast and robust connectivity services, Viasat said Monday.

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Apr

8th

2025

13:15

New Offerings

Viasat Launches Amara: Next Generation In-Flight Connectivity Solution to Deliver a Connected Experience Unique to Each Airline

CARLSBAD, Calif., April 8, 2025 – Today, Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications and the market leader in In-flight Connectivity (IFC), announced its next-generation solution for commercial aviation, Viasat Amara. Powering the new IFC solution are innovations in core satellite network design, hardware advancements, and a suite of digital products.

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Viasat's customers primarily consist of airlines and Aviation, aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing and armed Forces companies. Examples of Viasat's customers include United States Department of Defense, NASA and Emirates. Viasat has commercial and technical partners like Deutsche Telekom, ATLAS Space Operations and Facebook. Examples of Viasat's suppliers include SES Satellites, Telesat and G&S SatCom.

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Viasat currently holds 3 broadcasting rights for sports competitions including ice hockey, athletics and australian rules football.

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