Viasat Aviation, Türksat and SkyFive Arabia have announced plans to establish a strategic roaming collaboration aimed at advancing next-generation in-flight connectivity (IFC) solutions. This initiative is designed to support the evolving connectivity needs of airlines and aviation customers across Europe, Turkey and the Middle East-Africa, including more flexible route coverage, stronger service continuity, and a […]
Researchers at investment bank Morgan Stanley’s Space Team estimates that the roughly $350 billion (€296.9bn) global space industry could surge to over $1 trillion by 2040. Indeed, the team say “Space is the place” with institutional and private cash going into what it lists as the ‘Top 60’ space-related businesses worthy of an investment. The […]
Boeing has delivered a giant ViaSat- satellite, the third in a series (VS-3 F3) that it has built for Viasat, to Florida ready for launch. The satellite is built on Boeing’s 702MP+ platform and will provide connectivity across the Asia-Pacific region. “ViaSat-3 F3 reflects the strength of Boeing’s 702 family and our long-standing partnership with […]
Viasat, a player in satellite communications, has announced that its advanced in-flight connectivity (IFC) has been selected by Orlando-based charter operator National Airlines to elevate the passenger experience onboard a new fleet of three Airbus A330 aircraft. The introduction of seamless, high-performance connectivity has already received a positive response from National Airlines’ VVIP and charter […]
Two satellite operators, Viasat of California and Space42 of Abu Dhabi, are involved in a joint-venture, Equatys. The pair want to build and launch up to a 2,800 satellite mega-constellation to connect “billions” of people. The Equatys joint venture was announced in September 2025, but details have emerged following the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona. […]
LOT Polish Airlines has commenced rolling out Internet access on its long-haul fleet. The Viasat Amara service is currently available on the first Boeing 787 Dreamliner plane (SP-LSA). It will be offered on two more aircraft by the end of April. The service allows passengers to stay connected, work remotely, and enjoy online entertainment during […]
Independent international broadcaster, Viasat World, has confirmed its entry into the Maltese market. Through a new distribution agreement with Melita TV, Viasat World now brings a curated portfolio of TV channels to audiences in Malta, further strengthening its footprint in Europe. Melita TV subscribers can now access five of Viasat World’s channels, including its factual […]
A reported 3 per cent Q4 growth isn’t spectacular for satellite operator Viasat but at least it’s positive. Viasat, which also owns London-based Inmarsat, said that its recently launched ViaSat-3 F2 craft will soon enter service following its testing period, and help boost revenues. A follow-on satellite (ViaSat-3 F3) is in its final integration stages […]
Satellite operator Viasat is using its global coverage to demonstrate direct-to-car connectivity. The demo could also show the future of connectivity from a vehicle. An event in Sacramento, California, hosted by the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA), showcased a BMW with the ability to make a voice call over satellite via the car using a Viasat […]
Viasat, a specialist in satellite communications, has announced the expansion of its European Aviation Network (EAN) to include Serbia. This network enhancement, delivered in partnership with Deutsche Telekom, improves in-flight connectivity (IFC) performance for airlines and passengers flying through Serbian airspace on EAN-equipped aircraft. The expanded coverage is enabled by the activation of new ground […]