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We provide expert business analysis and technical insights into the #satellite , #telecom , and #wireless industries. Check out our podcast: @OnOrbitPodcast

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Via Satellite
4 years
Gwynne Shotwell, President and COO of @SpaceX , received the @Via_Satellite 2020 Satellite Executive of the Year award during the 2021 @SATELLITEDC digital awards ceremony today. She led SpaceX's growth into a commercial launch & LEO leader. Learn more:
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AST SpaceMobile is working to close strategic investment to fund the buildout of its satellite-to-cell fleet as the company approaches launch of its first commercial satellites.
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Dan Hart, @VirginOrbit CEO, spoke with Via Satellite about the company's transition into commercial service, its vision for responsive smallsat launch, and the possibility of an IPO.
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. @NxsEarth will bring its cryptocurrency to space on a @VectorSpaceSys software-defined satellite platform
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OneWeb founder Greg Wyler opens up after the company filed for Chapter 11 in March. "I still think OneWeb had and has tremendous value. But, the large-scale consumer broadband market is dead on arrival for satellite. It is niche at best.”
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Did you hear? Mike Pence, @VP of The @WhiteHouse , will be joining the #SATShow Monday #Keynote ! Register now or miss out on this exciting opportunity as Mike Pence shares his approach to cultivating new opportunities to expand our capabilities in space
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A payload aboard the Sunglider HAPS demonstrated LTE connectivity in a recent test flight.
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AST SpaceMobile has signed two MoUs as it looks to extend the reach of its space network.
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BlackSky CEO Brian O'Toole talks with Via Satellite about going public through a SPAC: 'We've Been Preparing for This Moment for 7 Years' @BlackSky_Inc
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AST SpaceMobile has a new agreement with government contractor Fairwinds Technologies to explore opportunities to jointly market AST SpaceMobile's satellite-to-cell service to the military market.
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Kicking off Day 1 of the 2018 #SatShow with a power panel moderated by @NSRBelle
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AST SpaceMobile Chief Strategy Officer Scott Wisniewski recently spoke with Via Satellite about the company's partnerships with mobile network operators, and the commercial opportunity for satellite-to-cell service. $ASTS
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Ryan Reid, @BoeingSpace President of Commercial Satellite Systems, talks with Via Satellite about prospects for the 702X platform and software-defined satellites.
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“All of you gathered here are forging the future of space.” @VP Mike Pence speaking at #SATShow . #satellite
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@Forsway1 @orbital_insight Dedicated Satellite Constellation @Satellogic
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Congratulations to the 2021 Satellite Executive of the Year award winner, Tina Ghataore of @mynaric ! The award was presented today during the Via Satellite Awards Luncheon at SATELLITE. #SATShow #SATAwards
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Congratulations to the 2021 Satellite Technology of the Year award winner, @astroscale_HQ , ELSA-d Mission! The award was presented today during the Via Satellite Awards Luncheon at SATELLITE. #SATShow #SATAwards
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2 years
Thursday's nominee is Peter Beck, CEO, @RocketLab . Learn about Beck & the other nominees: Vote: #SATAwards
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2 years
From Satellite Executive of the Year, to new CEOs and signature deals, Via Satellite's executive interviews provide an in-depth look into the biggest stories of the year. Here is a roundup of our best and most popular interviews of 2022.
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4 years
"In the space industry, we're conservative. Experimenting with radically different work models is just something that doesn't happen. But the pandemic gave us no choice, we had to learn how to do it." @torybruno talks about WFH during the pandemic.
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The UK has unveiled sweeping plans for communications technologies such as satellite, in a huge new policy initiative called the Wireless Infrastructure Strategy.
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3 years
Industry leaders from @KymetaCorp , @iDirect , and @VirginOrbit discussed how LEO constellations are driving changes in the ground segment and in launch.
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Direct-to-device, satellite-to-cell, NTN/non-terrestrial networks — the satellite industry hasn’t come to a consensus on what to call this type of connectivity, but players are making bold projections for its potential revenue and impact.
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2 years
Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace has ordered three microsatellites from NanoAvionics for a space-based maritime surveillance mission.
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Via Satellite
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Satellite-to-device startups @AST_SpaceMobile and @LynkTheWorld are bullish about the future of this market, with the dramatic validation from industry titans Apple and T-Mobile.
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Via Satellite
3 years
AST SpaceMobile shared a look into the company's satellite manufacturing plant in a video that showed how antennas are assembled into microns, testing facilities, and the gateway antenna that will be onboard the satellite. $ASTS
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9 years
Introducing a new way to read your Via Satellite digital edition. Experience it NOW!
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. @RocketLab is readying its U.S. launch site.
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Via Satellite
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"This particular group of investors is just absolutely world class — it's not just the size of the funding round, it's really the confidence that these iconic investors have in our plans and what we're building towards," @relativityspace CEO Tim Ellis.
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. @ULAlaunch CEO Tory Bruno takes the stage. #SATShow
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The @USNavy now has full operational control of the MUOS 5 satellite following completion of on-orbit testing
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AST SpaceMobile shared a look into the company's satellite manufacturing plant in Midland, Texas in a video released Wednesday. $ASTS
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. @Satellogic just closed a $27 million funding round
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Via Satellite
2 years
"I think NASA has a broader mandate than just sending people to space. NASA has this incredible brand, it's not politicized, it's not partisan. We should use that to get above the fray." @Lori_Garver talks with VIa Satellite.
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Via Satellite
7 years
2017 was momentous for @SpaceX (and it seems to be carrying into 2018) with important repercussions in our industry.
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"There's increased focus on direct-to-phone from a number of players. We think it underscores the viability of our technology solution. ... Ultimately, this is a large market that needs a lot of services." $ASTS
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7 years
2017 Satellite Executive of the Year: Gwynne Shotwell, President and COO, SpaceX
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Via Satellite
7 years
. @BerbereTV will broadcast new channels from @Arabsat 's BADR 5 satellite
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Via Satellite
6 years
U.K.-based @SkySpaceGlobal is working to bring #nanosatellite communications to the Caribbean.
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Via Satellite
2 years
AST SpaceMobile reported Monday that it successfully deployed the massive communications array on its BlueWalker 3 satellite that will test satellite direct to cellular communications. Testing is expected to take place over the next several months into ...
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Via Satellite
4 years
On this episode of @OnOrbitPodcast , Annamarie interviews Naia Butler-Craig ( @astronaia ) about her journey in the space industry, her research, the importance of the #smallsat renaissance, and the importance of tackling racism in STEM.
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Via Satellite
7 years
In a follow-on order, NSLComm selects @ClydeSpace to launch the NSLSat 1 nanosatellie
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Via Satellite
6 years
. @LockheedMartin is working with @sequans to develop a new 4G #LTE for #satellite technologies.
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Via Satellite
1 year
AST SpaceMobile claims it achieved a 5G connection for voice and data between an unmodified smartphone and its BlueWalker 3 satellite in space.
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Via Satellite
4 years
Congratulations to @northropgrumman 's Mission Extension Vehicle-1 (MEV-1) for winning the @Via_Satellite 2020 Satellite Technology of the Year award and being recognized during the @SATELLITEDC digital awards ceremony! Learn more:
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Via Satellite
2 years
Breaking News: @JohnDeere issued an RFP to the satellite industry today, soliciting a satellite service and terminal that can provide always-on connectivity to its agriculture machines. Story to come.
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Via Satellite
6 years
. @aacmicrotec and @ClydeSpace ’s #AACClyde won a follow-on order from @KeplerComms .
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Via Satellite
3 years
Satellite manufacturers @NanoAvionics , @AirbusSpace , and @AACClydeSpace weigh in on how satellite manufacturing is evolving to keep up with LEO demand.
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Via Satellite
3 years
"Connecting the world is a key mantra. There are billions of people who are not connected right now. OneWeb has the power to change that." — Sunil Bharti Mittal talks @OneWeb at SATELLITE 2021.
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4 years
Executives from @SpaceX , @Telesat , @IridiumComm , and @SES_Satellites gathered virtually today at World Satellite Business Week to discuss their different approaches with LEO constellations. Here are the top takeaways from each operator. @WSBW_Summit
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Via Satellite
2 years
Privateer Space, a space data company started by Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, released a free collision risk assessment tool this week. The tool, Crow's Nest, is part of the Wayfinder satellite data and debris platform.
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Via Satellite
10 years
. @rocketlabltd Announces Electron #SmallSat Launcher, First 30 Launches Booked http://t.co/snrAfWqsyZ http://t.co/mfhajszVH2
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Lockheed Martin’s Space segment had a strong 2023, leading the company in growth with a 9% sales increase year-over-year, led by strategic and missile defense programs and national security space programs.
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Via Satellite
4 years
Rocket Lab launched Capella Space's first public Earth observation satellite late Sunday in the smallsat launcher's return to flight after a failure in July.
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Via Satellite
2 years
✨Meet this year's Satellite Technology of the Year nominees✨ Nominees include @Apple ; @strocast ; @AtlasSpace ; @LYNKglobal ; @Maxar ; and @SpeedcastGlobal . Learn more: Vote:
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5 years
ESA, Airbus book a Norwegian instrument for the Bartolomeo platform on the International Space Station.
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Via Satellite
4 years
Iridium has started offering its real-time maritime emergency service, and @IridiumComm will now compete directly with Inmarsat as the only two companies authorized to provide GMDSS services.
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Via Satellite
3 years
In this interview, Astra CEO Chris Kemp talks about how the company's deal to go public through a SPAC will give the startup the capital to scale quickly and secure its position in smallsat launch.
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Via Satellite
4 years
Congrats to our Executive of the Year nominees: Nobu Okada of @astroscale_HQ , Masood Mahmood of @yahsatofficial , Gwynne Shotwell of @SpaceX , Mauricio Segovia of @AXESSNetworks , Blake Larson of @northropgrumman Space, and Vytenis Buzas of @NanoAvionics .
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Via Satellite
3 years
NanoAvionics will build Chilean startup Lemu's first satellite for a forest biodiversity mission. Lemu is building an atlas of Earth's biosphere.
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Via Satellite
2 years
Astroscale CEO Nobu Okada talks with Via Satellite about the ELSA-d mission, his vision for the company in the 2020s, and what the industry needs to do to ensure space stays a safe environment. @astroscale_HQ
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Via Satellite
5 years
In yesterday's keynote, @elonmusk shut down the idea that SpaceX is considering splitting Starlink off for a potential IPO — “We are thinking about that zero." #SATELLITE2020
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Via Satellite
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During the #SatShow this week, our Editorial Director Mark Holmes had the pleasure of conducting an exclusive interview with @JeffBezos for Via Satellite. Don't miss it in our June edition!
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Via Satellite
3 years
Astroscale has completed the largest funding round in its history, closing a $109 million Series F round.
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Via Satellite
6 years
. @Open_Cosmos is working to make space accessible to anyone. Via Satellite explores:
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Via Satellite
7 years
The @Raytheon payload on SES 15 is set to improve GPS accuracy for air travel
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The FCC's new rules allow NGSO license holders the flexibility to have more than one unbuilt system without their applications being dismissed.
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Via Satellite
4 years
Swedish Space Corporation (SSC) has signed a deal to work on space-to-ground optical communications with Airbus Defence and Space Netherlands.
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Via Satellite
7 years
. @GoDeepSpace on How Rideshares Can Unlock Access to Orbit
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Via Satellite
8 years
. @Globecomm Leases Capacity on Telesat’s Telstar 12 Vantage HTS #Satellite
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. @SpaceX Founder Elon Musk will appear as a keynote speaker @SATELLITEDC on March 9.
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. @muSpaceTech seeks manufacturer to construct inaugural High Throughput Satellite for Asia Pacific region #HTS
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Via Satellite
2 years
In this regional focus, New Zealand space companies @DawnAerospace , @SpaceBaseNZ , @KeaAerospace and @RocketLab talk about the innovation happening in the nation's space sector.
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L3Harris Space Systems President Kelle Wendling talks with Via Satellite about the company's shift from a payload provider to a prime contractor, the evolving threat environment, and how @L3HarrisTech plans to continue its growth in space. #ViaPartner
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Via Satellite
2 years
The ViaSat-3 Americas satellite has completed its final integrated satellite test and has now progressed to the flight final phase of integration.
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Via Satellite takes a look at how the Arctic's connectivity needs are evolving, and how LEO satellite operators are looking to serve the region with comments from @AFResearchLab , @IridiumComm , @OneWeb , @HughesConnects , and @AerospaceCorp
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Via Satellite
4 years
Today, a SpaceX Dragon cargo spacecraft autonomously docked with ISS. Dragon carried with it the first commercially owned and operated airlock on the space station, the @Nanoracks Bishop Airlock.
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3 years
The latest on laser communication developments from @mynaric , @lyteloop , Xenesis, @BridgeComm_Inc , and @bluemarblecomm
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Via Satellite
4 years
AAC Clyde Space will acquire Virginia-based small satellite tech company SpaceQuest to grow operations in the U.S. and to expand Space-as-a-Service offerings.
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Via Satellite
4 years
Congratulations to our Satellite Executive of the Year nominee Nobu Okada, founder & CEO of @astroscale_HQ . Read more about Okada's nomination here:
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Via Satellite
4 years
Coming later today — The first segment of a two-part interview with Intelsat CEO Steve Spengler, with his thoughts on the FCC's C-band decision, and how Intelsat is responding to the coronavirus pandemic.
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