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Intelsat

OPERATING 501-1,000 EMPLOYEES

Operates the world's largest GEO satellite backbone delivering broadband, media, and mobility connectivity across 200+ countries via multi-orbit infrastructure

ABOUT

Founded in 1964 as the first commercial satellite communications provider, Intelsat built the world's largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network, operating approximately 50 GEO satellites across C-band, Ku-band, and Ka-band frequencies complemented by the IntelsatOne fiber backbone. The company serves broadcasters, airlines, maritime operators, telecommunications carriers, and government agencies in more than 200 countries through product families including FlexMaritime, FlexMove, FlexEnterprise, FlexExec, and Managed Media. After emerging from Chapter 11 restructuring in 2022, Intelsat was acquired by SES S.A. in July 2025 for approximately $3.1 billion, creating a combined operator with 120 GEO and MEO satellites. Intelsat continues to operate as a brand within SES, headquartered in McLean, Virginia.

PRODUCTS & SERVICES
Multi-orbit LEO and GEO enterprise networking solution for rural broadband, cellular backhaul, and IoT connectivity
High-speed Ku-band satellite broadband service designed for business and government aviation
High-throughput managed connectivity service for commercial maritime vessels with global Ku-band and Ka-band coverage
Managed satellite connectivity for land-mobile applications including first responders, mining, oil and gas, and remote broadcast
Global terrestrial fiber backbone interconnecting teleports and points of presence worldwide for seamless satellite-to-ground connectivity
End-to-end broadcast distribution platform for direct-to-home, cable, and digital terrestrial television delivery
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OVERVIEW
Founded 1964
HQ McLean, Virginia
Type Private Company
LEADERSHIP
David Wajsgras
Chief Executive Officer
Bruno Fromont
Chief Technology Officer
Anthony O'Brien
Chief Financial Officer
Michelle Bryan
EVP, General Counsel & Chief Administrative Officer
Michael J. DeMarco
Chief Commercial Officer
David Broadbent
President, Government Solutions
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