Viasat

operating 5,001–10,000 employees Public Company

Operates a global multi-orbit satellite network providing broadband, narrowband, and secure communications for commercial aviation, maritime, enterprise, and defense markets.

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Viasat operates a global multi-orbit satellite communications network spanning geostationary and low Earth orbit constellations, providing broadband, narrowband, and secure networking services. The fleet includes the ViaSat-3 ultra-high-capacity Ka-band constellation and the Inmarsat satellite fleet acquired in 2023, adding L-band and S-band capabilities.

The company serves commercial aviation with in-flight connectivity, maritime operators through Inmarsat Fleet Xpress, and enterprise customers through satellite IoT and managed communications. Its defense division provides Link 16 tactical data links, network encryption, cybersecurity solutions, and secure satellite communications for the U.S. Department of Defense and allied governments. Headquartered in Carlsbad, California, Viasat trades on NASDAQ under the ticker VSAT and reported approximately $4.5 billion in annual revenue for fiscal year 2025.

Products & Services

INTELIE

AI-powered real-time analytics platform for energy sector operational risk management

Inmarsat Fleet Xpress

Managed Ka-band and L-band maritime connectivity service

Link 16

Tactical data link system for military communications and situational awareness

NexusWave

Bonded multi-orbit maritime connectivity solution combining GEO Ka-band, LEO, LTE, and L-band

ViaSat-3

Ultra-high-capacity Ka-band geostationary satellite constellation for broadband services

Viasat AMARA

Next-generation in-flight connectivity platform for commercial aviation

Viasat Residential Internet

Ka-band satellite broadband service for homes and small businesses

Locations

Carlsbad, CA HQ

Tempe, AZ

Duluth, GA

Boston, MA

North Sydney, AUS

London, GBR

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