HEOSAT, a subsidiary of Space Norway, is a Norwegian company focused on establishing broadband communication in the Arctic. As part of the Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission (ASBM), HEOSAT launched two satellites, ASBM 1 and ASBM 2, into highly elliptical orbits in August 2024. These satellites carry payloads for the Norwegian and U.S. armed forces, as well as a commercial payload for Viasat, to provide continuous broadband coverage above 65 degrees North. HEOSAT partners with organizations like Kongsberg Satellite Services (KSAT) for satellite operation and control.
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The Space Norway group comprises the holding company Space Norway AS, the 100% owned subsidiaries Statsat AS and Space Norway HEOSAT AS (HEOSAT), and a 50% ownership in Kongsberg Satellite Services AS (KSAT).