Viasat, Inc. is a global communications company based in Carlsbad, California, specializing in broadband and satellite services. It operates through three main segments: Satellite Services, Commercial Networks, and Government Systems. The Satellite Services segment delivers satellite-based broadband internet access, including voice over internet protocol services for consumers and businesses, in-flight connectivity for commercial airlines, and mobile broadband for maritime vessels and energy platforms. Viasat's Commercial Networks segment focuses on providing satellite network infrastructure, mobile communication systems, and various antenna technologies, along with design and technology services tailored for satellite and terrestrial applications. The Government Systems segment supplies secure broadband modems, network access control systems, and cybersecurity products, enabling reliable data communication for defense and military operations. Founded in 1986, Viasat serves a diverse range of customers, including households, businesses, and government entities, facilitating connectivity in various environments worldwide.
Inmarsat Group Holdings Limited is a mobile satellite communications provider based in London, offering a wide range of services globally across land, sea, and air. Established in 1979, the company specializes in voice and data broadband services, including high-speed connectivity through its Global Xpress service. Inmarsat also provides critical services for maritime safety, aviation safety, and enterprise communication, ensuring reliable connectivity in areas where traditional telecom networks are insufficient. The company operates a fleet of 13 satellites and serves various sectors, including aviation, government, enterprise, and maritime industries. Inmarsat is committed to enhancing global connectivity and has strategic collaborations to expand its service offerings.
EuroBroadband
Acquisition in 2020
EBI provides fixed and mobile broadband services on a wholesale basis in the European and Mediterranean markets.
WildBlue Communications
Acquisition in 2009
WildBlue Communications is a provider of high-speed satellite Internet access services in the United States. Since its establishment in 2009 as a subsidiary of ViaSat, the company has focused on delivering broadband connectivity to residential and small business customers, particularly in areas where traditional terrestrial broadband options are limited or unavailable. WildBlue's services cater to home users and small offices, ensuring that they have reliable Internet access in underserved communities.
Efficient Channel Coding
Acquisition in 2005
Efficient Channel Coding makes satellite communication components and systems. The Cleveland-based company has 55 employees. ECC holds the license for the satellite terminal design for Ipstar, a recently-launched broadband satellite service offered by Shin Satellite PLC for both Internet backbone connections to ISPs and as a last-mile broadband Internet service to consumers in the Asia-Pacific region.
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