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Viasat Inc (NASDAQ: VSAT) is a global communications company focused on satellite communications, with activity spanning government SATCOM, mobility services, maritime connectivity, business aviation and emerging direct-to-device satellite services. The Viasat news feed on this page aggregates company announcements, press releases and other coverage so readers can follow how the business and its satellite network evolve over time.
Recent news from Viasat highlights developments in its integrated Ka-band network for government users, including a unified global Ka-band satellite communications network that combines Viasat satellites, the Global Xpress fleet and partner satellites. The company has also announced services such as Enhanced LAISR, an on-demand managed L-band service designed to support government airborne, maritime and land users with beyond line-of-sight connectivity.
Viasat’s news flow also covers its aviation and maritime offerings. Announcements have described Viasat Amara, a next-generation in-flight connectivity solution adopted by airlines, and NexusWave, a bonded multi-network service from Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat company, that supports digitalization and crew welfare at sea. Additional updates include agreements with airlines and shipping companies to deploy these connectivity solutions across fleets.
Beyond transport markets, Viasat reports on its HaloNet and InRange services for launch telemetry and near-Earth space communications, as well as research on direct-to-device satellite connectivity for mobile users. Corporate governance and capital markets items, such as board appointments, equity plan changes and financial results releases, are also reported through company news and SEC filings.
Investors and followers of VSAT stock can use this news page to monitor product announcements, network expansions, customer agreements, research publications and governance updates that Viasat discloses through official channels.
Viasat (NASDAQ:VSAT) has responded to a letter from Carronade Capital Management, affirming its commitment to shareholder value maximization. The company, which specializes in satellite communications, in-flight connectivity, and military communications, emphasized its ongoing strategy to enhance earnings power and deliver sustainable operating and free cash flow.
The management team stated they will carefully evaluate Carronade's proposals while focusing on reducing leverage and reviewing their portfolio. Viasat expressed openness to maintaining constructive dialogue with all stakeholders, including Carronade Capital Management.
Viasat (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global satellite communications leader, has scheduled its first quarter fiscal year 2026 financial results announcement for Tuesday, August 5, 2025, after market close. The company will release results through a shareholder letter on its Investor Relations website.
A conference call and webcast will follow at 2:30 PM PT / 5:30 PM ET. U.S. participants can dial (800) 715-9871, while international callers should use +1 (646) 307-1963 with conference ID 1288813. The webcast will be available on Viasat's website for approximately one month after the call.
Viasat (NASDAQ: VSAT) has launched the Space for Good Challenge 2025, a global STEM competition spanning the United States, United Kingdom, and India. The initiative, building on the success of the 2024 event, focuses on developing sustainable space technology to benefit Earth.
The challenge features three stages: concept articulation, digital entry refinement, and a 30-minute pitch to industry leaders. Finals will be held in London (July 7) for UK students, US finals (August 11), and India finals (September 23). Winners will receive university scholarships.
Key partners include Lockheed Martin and Astroscale in the UK, and BSNL with Indian government agencies in India. The competition aims to inspire the next generation of space industry innovators while addressing critical sustainability challenges in space technology.
Inmarsat Maritime (NASDAQ:VSAT) has announced that orders for its NexusWave maritime connectivity service have exceeded 1,000 vessels within six months of launch. The fully managed service combines multiple networks including Global Xpress Ka-band, LEO, coastal LTE, and L-band services into a seamless solution.
The service has demonstrated impressive performance metrics, achieving download speeds up to 340 Mbps and upload speeds up to 80 Mbps, with network availability consistently exceeding 99.9%. Major shipping companies including "K" Line, Anthony Veder, Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, and others have already adopted the technology.
NexusWave's network-bonding technology allows applications to utilize multiple networks simultaneously, providing unlimited data, global coverage, and secure infrastructure for both operational needs and crew welfare services.
Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat company, has partnered with Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL) to upgrade their fleet from Fleet Xpress to NexusWave, a fully managed bonded connectivity service. The upgrade, implemented by JSAT MOBILE Communications, will cover MOL's fleet of LNG carriers, oil tankers, and car carriers.
NexusWave has demonstrated impressive performance metrics in real-world tests, achieving download speeds of 330-340 Mbps, upload speeds of 70-80 Mbps, and network availability exceeding 99.9%. The service will support MOL's vision of transforming vessels into floating offices and homes, providing high-speed internet with enterprise-grade cybersecurity and 24/7 technical support.
Viasat (NASDAQ: VSAT) has partnered with Blue Origin to demonstrate its InRange launch telemetry relay service on two future New Glenn rocket missions. This collaboration is part of NASA's Communications Services Project (CSP), aiming to transition from NASA's Tracking and Data Relay Satellite (TDRS) system to commercial SATCOM solutions.
The InRange technology utilizes Viasat's global L-band satellite network to provide real-time telemetry data during launches, enabling continuous beyond-line-of-sight communications and eliminating ground communication "blackouts". The first demonstration flight is expected in 2025, followed by a full service demonstration in 2026.
This partnership comes after NASA's November 2024 announcement that no new missions will use TDRS services, creating a need for commercial SATCOM-based launch telemetry solutions.
Viasat (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global satellite communications leader, has scheduled its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2025 financial results announcement for Tuesday, May 20, 2025, after market close. The company will release results through a shareholder letter on its Investor Relations website, followed by a conference call and webcast at 2:30 PM PT / 5:30 PM ET. U.S. participants can dial (800) 715-9871, while international callers should use +1 (646) 307-1963 with conference ID 9104119. The webcast will be available on Viasat's Investor Relations website and archived for approximately one month after the call.