Viasat is an American communications company that acts as a global broadband services and technology provider. They design, integrate, and deliver secure, high-performance satellite and wireless services and satcom systems. Viasat is involved in projects with NASA and ESA, providing communications networks, ground segment support, and direct-to-earth connectivity. The company's partners include Telespazio, ATLAS Space Operations, and Space42. Keywords associated with Viasat are: satellite communications, broadband, antennas, ground stations, and direct-to-device connectivity.
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The five projects funded by the UK Space Agency include Orbit Fab, Goonhilly Earth Station, Vicinity Technologies, Archangel Lightworks with Eutelsat, and Viasat's U.K. subsidiary.
Viasat led the founding of the MSSA, which now includes more than 20 companies such as Qualcomm, Mavenir, and Ericsson.
Viasat's U.K. subsidiary received phase 2 funding to build a satcom procurement system for governments to plan and manage satellite communications services.
Meherwan Polad, Chief Commercial Officer of Viasat Aviation, emphasized the value of a scalable platform for airlines.
Viasat will provide high-speed connectivity onboard Etihad aircraft enabling guests to access streaming subscriptions on personal devices.
Deliveries of Etihad's new A350 fleet from April 2025 will also be equipped with Viasat’s connectivity system.
Etihad's new Airbus A321LR fleet, which started commercial service in August 2025, is factory-installed with Viasat’s connectivity system.
The partnership with Viasat ensures that Etihad has access to the latest technology as it evolves.
All newly equipped aircraft will utilize Viasat’s Amara solution for fast, consistent connectivity.
Viasat’s Amara solution will provide connectivity via Viasat’s global Ka-band satellites and upcoming LEO partner satellites.
Etihad Airways is enlisting Viasat’s Viasat Amara connectivity solution across the majority of its fleet.
Viasat’s connectivity solution will allow guests to use applications for social media scrolling, browsing, shopping, and more.
Etihad's selection of Viasat Amara reflects its investment in a digital platform providing reliable connectivity.
The expansion with Viasat adds to an already existing multi-year collaboration.
The 2022 Viasat KA-SAT denial-of-service attack disrupted internet services in parts of Europe.
Etihad’s Boeing 787 Dreamliners, introduced into service since 2023, are factory-installed with Viasat equipment.
Viasat Inc. plans to integrate Telesat Lightspeed Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite capacity into its JetXP in-flight broadband service.
Viasat has designed its network architecture to support multi-orbit capabilities.
Viasat's premium solutions are adopted on more than 5,000 business jets worldwide.
Viasat will also provide ISP backhaul to support significantly higher bandwidth for users across facilities inside the continental U.S. and outside the continental U.S.