This is the future promise of the fully virtualized satellite communications network. Within the space industry, the Intelsat team is championing this move towards virtualization and digital transformation.

In pursuit of this vision, satellite operators today are procuring software-defined satellites that can dynamically control and adjust bandwidth and deliver connectivity with a greater degree of automation, flexibility and efficiency. However, while certainly integral to the overall provision of service, software-defined satellites are only one part of the broader equation. These days, any operator can purchase and launch one of the new software-defined satellites. But without the underlying capabilities, expertise, and modernized systems to integrate them into a broader space and ground network operation, they will not be able to benefit from many of the new capabilities that these satellites offer.

To achieve true virtualization and digitization, a delicate dance must be orchestrated among key components of the network, including intelligent terminals and modems, network hubs located at ground stations around the world, and the satellites themselves. The more these components can seamlessly interact with each other without the intervention of humans, the closer we will get to a truly virtualized and optimized satellite communications network fabric.

With this knowledge as the driver, the Intelsat team is developing a highly sophisticated system that will all but eliminate the manual management of satellite network traffic, optimize bandwidth delivery based on changing conditions and evolving demands, and automatically manage the entirety of traffic flow across the network. The scalable and fully automated approach will allow Intelsat to meet communications demands dynamically, automatically, and intelligently as satellite traffic is routed between end-user terminals, satellites in orbit, and ground stations located around the world.

Intelsat’s network management system will essentially reside in the back office and behind the scenes, but the implications for Intelsat customers will be enormous.

Customers requiring broadband services around the world are in different situations and environments with unique bandwidth needs and SLAs. Some customers will be moving, others in fixed locations, and others still in constantly changing climatic conditions. Their needs and environments may change as they are consuming a given service.

Intelsat will have the capability to understand customer needs, the situations they are in, and automatically and dynamically adjust the network and service to offer an optimal service at all times.

For example, if broadband service is required on a merchant shipping vessel navigating across an ocean, Intelsat’s next generation network, enabled by our back-end infrastructure, will recognize the request and immediately set up the required service. As the ship moves across the ocean through changing weather conditions, bandwidth requirements may change as well. By dynamically managing the constant interactivity between the satellite modem on the ship, the satellite, and the network hub at the gateway, Intelsat will ensure the appropriate adjustments to the service are made to ensure users on board continue to enjoy high quality connectivity.

The advanced and modernized network management capabilities Intelsat is developing will be scalable and able to support the individual needs of thousands of customers accessing the network simultaneously across all business segments. It will start with management of the new software-defined GEO satellites, eventually expanding to multi-orbit operations that will allow for the efficient and intelligent management of resources and traffic across multiple constellations in different orbits, further enhancing Intelsat’s ability to deliver against the bandwidth needs of customers. To effectively virtualize their networks, contribute to the new vision for an enhanced user experience, and compete in the space industry of the future, all operators will need a sophisticated management system. In reality, few will have the resources, expertise, and capabilities to develop it. Deploying and integrating a modernized back-end system throughout our network will accelerate the virtualization of space and serve as yet another testament to Intelsat’s leadership in driving innovation and progress across the industry.

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Consumers today demand continuous access to high-speed connectivity across all personal devices no matter where they may be. Wireless carriers seek to attract and retain subscribers, reduce churn, and engender loyalty. Commercial airlines strive to offer a differentiated and enhanced passenger experience and ensure every seat on every flight is filled.  

In a strategic endeavor designed to further Intelsat’s vision of providing ubiquitous access to connectivity and content, two distinct Intelsat business units joined forces to help their customers meet these ambitions in one innovative initiative.

With more than 68 million subscribers, TIM is one of the largest mobile operators in Brazil and a longtime customer of Intelsat’s Networks division. GOL is one of the largest airlines in the country and an Intelsat Commercial Aviation (CA) customer with planes outfitted with the company’s 2Ku solution to deliver industry-leading speeds to support video streaming, web browsing, and other Wi-fi enabled services.

Leveraging their deep relationships and keen understanding of the market challenges each face in their respective industries, the Intelsat Networks and Commercial Aviation teams identified an opportunity to bring their customers together in a mutually beneficial partnership – and they acted upon it.

The Intelsat teams jointly designed a program that would bring together multiple technologies and elements of its next generation satellite network to enable TIM and GOL to offer unlimited and hassle-free access to inflight Wi-Fi on all domestic and some international flights.

The benefits to all would be plentiful.

For TIM, this offers an opportunity to provide new experiences to their consumers and strengthen relationships.

For the airline, the program represents a way to spend less on IFC expenses and delight passengers in the process. 

The initiative would serve as the next step in fulfilling Intelsat’s vision of enabling continuous and seamless connectivity as consumers move from their homes to offices, from cars to planes, and so on.

As the network operator and primary relationship owner, Intelsat’s Networks and Commercial Aviation teams worked behind the scenes and across business groups to bring the concept to reality, ultimately leading to the launch of the program in October 2022.

Today, TIM Black and Black Familia subscribers can access inflight Wi-Fi on GOL aircraft for messaging and browsing. Customers access the portal, click on a customized banner, enter their login credentials, and connect to Intelsat’s network. No fumbling for credit cards is required.

Along with driving higher customer satisfaction and supporting broader business growth ambitions, the program demonstrated Intelsat’s unique ability to form strong partnerships between brands and work collaboratively across technologies and business units to solve complex problems. On the heels of the successful deployment in Brazil, Intelsat is now pursuing similar engagements around the world.

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Services chosen to deliver reliable, high-performance connectivity for citizens and organizations

MCLEAN, Va. – Intelsat, operator of one of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial networks and Sure South Atlantic, an international telecommunications service provider, have signed an expanded agreement to enable Sure to improve the capability and reliability of communications for residents of the Falkland Islands, Saint Helena and Ascension Island in the South Atlantic Ocean.

As the sole licensee providing communication services to the British Overseas Territories, Sure is leveraging Intelsat’s AgileCore UX service to expand and deliver improved 4G connectivity, enterprise broadband, quality internet, public Wi-Fi, and streaming video for all residents, in addition to supporting connectivity for military and government operations.

Intelsat’s AgileCore UX is a high-speed trunking solution integrated with managed application optimization to deliver a superior experience to end users.

Additionally, Intelsat’s service in the Falkland Islands provides the capability to combine capacity from both Intelsat geosynchronous orbit (GEO) satellites and OneWeb low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellites allowing Sure to deliver added levels of network resiliency and performance based on user demand and application requirements.

“Sure is entrusted to provide customers on these remote islands top-quality connectivity that is always available,” said Rhys Morgan, Intelsat’s vice president and general manager, EMEA Media and Networks Sales. “With the managed optimization and multi-orbit features of our AgileCore UX service, Intelsat is delivering an even stronger foundation for Sure to provide user-optimized solutions that are tailored specifically to meet its business and customer needs.”

“We continually seek to improve the quality of the communications we provide,” said Justin McPhee, chief executive of Sure Falkland Islands. “The efficiency and scale of Intelsat’s network provides us with the best means to serve these multiple customer sets separated by vast distances. The addition of a multi-orbit solution will help us meet our customers’ exacting requirements and enable users to become efficient in their jobs and stay in touch with the rest of the world.”

Carole Plessy, VP, Maritime and Europe at OneWeb added, “We are excited to support connectivity for some of the most remote communities on the planet through our partnership with Intelsat. Providing connectivity is about empowering a sustainable economy and enabling residents of underserved communities to finally connect to the world with high-quality internet.”

To learn more about Intelsat’s managed AgileCore UX solution, click here.  

About Intelsat

Intelsat’s global team of professionals is focused on providing seamless and secure, satellite-based communications to government, NGO and commercial customers through the company’s next-generation global network and managed services.  Bridging the digital divide by operating one of the world’s largest and most advanced satellite fleet and connectivity infrastructures, Intelsat enables people and their tools to speak over oceans, see across continents and listen through the skies to communicate, cooperate and coexist. Since its founding six decades ago, the company has been synonymous with satellite-industry “firsts” in service to its customers and the planet. Leaning on a legacy of innovation and focusing on addressing a new generation of challenges, Intelsat team members now have their sights on the “next firsts” in space as they disrupt the field and lead in the digital transformation of the industry. 

Media Contact

Farah Latif – farah.latif@intelsat.com; +1 703-973-1679

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MCLEAN, Va. – Intelsat, operator of one of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial networks and leading provider of inflight connectivity, today announced that Deutsche Telekom IoT (DT IoT) intends to integrate Intelsat FlexEnterprise into its cloud-based Internet of Things (IoT) offering to extend powerful, easy-to-use IoT solutions to locations regardless of the availability of fiber or cellular connectivity options.

IoT services are increasingly used across a diverse array of businesses – collecting data from thousands of devices to analyze that data in a way that helps organizations increase system efficiency, reduce waste, monitor delicate environments, and provide new insights into processes and operations. By using FlexEnterprise to complement cellular connectivity, DT can extend the reach and effectiveness of its solution and drive better results for its customers.

“Satellite connectivity allows IoT to connect physical objects and devices from anywhere on the globe to the virtual world to enhance real-time data collection, analysis and decision making,” said Brian Jakins, Intelsat Networks general manager. “With FlexEnterprise, DT expands the usefulness of its IoT offering, especially for widely distributed applications like renewable energy infrastructure and green IoT environmental monitoring.”

“By integrating satellite connectivity into our DT IoT offering, we connect everything everywhere and reshape the future of global IoT networking,” said Dennis Nikles, CEO of Deutsche Telekom IoT GmbH. “Our customers now have a single point of contact, as well as a ‘network of networks’ with simple and ubiquitous connectivity that enables completely new possibilities.”

FlexEnterprise is a ready-to-deploy, enterprise-grade connectivity service integrating satellite and terrestrial networks to extend internet, cloud, and private networks. The global FlexEnterprise infrastructure is managed by Intelsat, eliminating the need for customers to maintain their own satellite infrastructure and expertise. Intelsat will deliver FlexEnterprise to DT as a satellite-as-a-service offering, further reducing the time and cost of operating new services.

The Intelsat FlexEnterprise satellite platform allows mobile network operators to offer services similar to terrestrial networks regardless of geographic location. For example, industrial IoT customers can connect devices in hard-to-reach places, such as to control mountain-top or offshore wind turbines or assess flood risks by monitoring water levels in remote locations.

About Intelsat

Intelsat’s global team of professionals is focused on providing seamless and secure, satellite-based communications to government, NGO and commercial customers through the company’s next-generation global network and managed services.  Bridging the digital divide by operating one of the world’s largest and most advanced satellite fleet and connectivity infrastructures, Intelsat enables people and their tools to speak over oceans, see across continents and listen through the skies to communicate, cooperate and coexist. Since its founding six decades ago, the company has been synonymous with satellite-industry “firsts” in service to its customers and the planet. Leaning on a legacy of innovation and focusing on addressing a new generation of challenges, Intelsat team members now have their sights on the “next firsts” in space as they disrupt the field and lead in the digital transformation of the industry. 

Media Contact

Farah Latif – farah.latif@intelsat.com; +1 703-973-1679

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Throughout 2023, Intelsat will collaborate with local satellite service providers to launch easier-to-use services for extending cellular networks and delivering more reliable high-speed enterprise connectivity. Additionally, Intelsat will build its fiber infrastructure in Brazil that integrates with its existing global IntelsatOne integrated terrestrial and satellite network. These services will be supported by Intelsat’s global network operations center, which has a local team and strong regional presence.

“Intelsat’s Brazilian customers now have a robust network infrastructure that allows customers to land voice and data traffic that meets government regulations and user performance expectations,” said Brian Jakins, GM and VP of Networks. “Key services like cellular backhaul and internet connectivity can now be more efficiently delivered to large regions that are otherwise difficult to reach.”

“Intelsat operations in Brazil will provide broadcasters and Pay TV programmers with connectivity to the IntelsatOne global network of satellites, teleports, and fiber allowing media customers access to new markets and services. Intelsat will offer managed services on the IS-14 C-band for the Brazilian cable market,” said Pascale Fromont, GM and VP of Media.

“The CellBackhaul launch can help bridge the digital divide in Brazil by bringing high-speed internet and mobile services to communities that previously lacked access. This can significantly impact education, healthcare, government, and other critical sectors,” said Ricardo La Guardia, VP of Sales, Latin America.

Better connectivity can positively impact the Brazilian market, enabling mobile network operators and telecom service providers to reach more customers and help spur innovation and growth in the Brazilian market.

About Intelsat  

Intelsat’s global team of professionals is focused on providing seamless and secure, satellite-based communications to government, NGO and commercial customers through the company’s next-generation global network and managed services. Bridging the digital divide by operating one of the world’s largest and most advanced satellite fleet and connectivity infrastructures, Intelsat enables people and their tools to speak over oceans, see across continents and listen through the skies to communicate, cooperate and coexist. Since its founding six decades ago, the company has been synonymous with satellite-industry “firsts” in service to its customers and the planet. Leaning on a legacy of innovation and focusing on addressing a new generation of challenges Intelsat team members now have their sights on the “next firsts” in space as they disrupt the field and lead in the digital transformation of the industry.

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Historically, terrestrial mobile technology and satellite technology have been dependent upon providers having access to various spectrum allocations. Typically, mobile operated in lower frequencies while satellites operated in higher frequencies. For decades, satellite operators delivered a range of critical services, from emergency communications to the first global television broadcasts, and continue to evolve their offerings to meet the needs of the market.  Wireless operators have also evolved with multiple generations, from 1G to 5G and 6G. With mobile operators tapping into higher frequencies, the two industry sectors inevitably began jostling for spectrum. Although this positive tension does not overshadow the symbiotic relationship between the two sectors, it has created an industry challenge as mobile operators seek to acquire spectrum, while satellite providers vie to retain their ability to serve their customers and publics.

Led by Intelsat, the industry is in the throes of a major virtualizing and digitization effort. Cloud technologies and software-defined satellite networks are reducing bandwidth costs, improving the portability of equipment, and enhancing interoperability with terrestrial networks. Next-generation satellite networks are poised to further close connectivity gaps around the world and make it possible for business users and consumers to enjoy a consistent, high-quality connectivity experience on the ground, in the air, or at sea. For all of this, spectrum is required.

And there’s the regulatory hurdle. In addition to rampant hunger for spectrum resources from the mobile industry, satellite operators are also challenged with updating rigid and antiquated regulatory frameworks that are out of step with technology and customer demands. These regulatory frameworks, many conceived decades ago, curtail the ability of satellite operators to use spectrum efficiently.

With satellite companies like Intelsat expanding and evolving their networks to respond to the explosive demand for high-speed connectivity experiences in all places, erosion of spectrum access and the presence of outdated regulations are stifling innovation and limiting the true potential of the industry.

Advancing the quality and availability of connectivity for all and meeting the requirements of discerning users expecting constant high-speed access requires a fair and balanced approach to spectrum sharing and allocation. Intelsat believes in this approach and is working across industries and borders for the betterment of all within the telecom sector.

Spectrum is a finite asset that must be cherished. As evidenced by Intelsat’s complex C-band clearing initiative that ultimately freed copious amounts of spectrum for 5G services, the company has long demonstrated pragmatism, deep expertise in extracting maximum value from the spectrum and managing it for the greater good. Regulators are in an unenviable position trying to balance the needs of all stakeholders.  Going forward, spectrum allocation decisions should be made in a measured way, with a focus on the facts, not the hype, and the broader needs of society.

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To accommodate the demand, the U.S. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in 2020 ordered the clearing of 300 of the 500 megahertz of highly coveted C-band spectrum over the Continental U.S. licensed to five satellite operators, including Intelsat. The cleared C-band spectrum, ideal for use in 5G networks due to its mix of coverage breadth and bandwidth, would then be made available to wireless operators at auction.

Intelsat was the largest holder of C-band licenses and migrating its share of the spectrum meant squeezing 60 percent of its capacity used mostly by broadcasters into the remaining 40 percent. At the same time, the company had to protect incumbent earth stations pointed at its satellites. For this massive undertaking, the FCC offered incentives to operators capable of meeting accelerated timelines.

The stakes were extremely high. Failure to execute could significantly damage relationships with customers and disrupt their business operations. An inability to meet deadlines would mean not only missing out on incentive opportunities but also losing the spectrum altogether. Cost implications were enormous as well. The FCC offered reimbursement for this very expensive endeavor, but every dollar spent had to be documented via a painstaking process with photos and work orders vetted through third-party clearinghouses and attorneys.

Leveraging the company’s extensive program management capabilities and managed services experience, the Intelsat team went to work to begin the arduous process of seeding new antennas for satellite changes, migrating customers’ services into the upper 40% of the C-band, and installing filters on every feed across the country. Additionally, to reduce the amount of bandwidth required to provide continuity of service for all of Intelsat’s North American programmers, to the company deployed more than 30,000 integrated receiver-decoders (IRDs) at earth stations throughout the country.

The company established a dedicated internal team and identified world-class field service and equipment vendor partners. The team designed a master work-management system, complete with customized processes and systems to capture and analyze progress and electronically track orders to vendors in the field. Multiple quality-control and audit procedures were developed to ensure work was completed on time and documented for reimbursement.

The challenge proved even more daunting than anticipated when it was discovered that earth station registration data did not provide some critical information the Intelsat team needed to perform the work. With no historical relationships with earth station owners, Intelsat first had to initiate a massive data collection effort to determine which customers qualified for migration and ensure pointing could be done accurately – all before any work could be executed.

Applying the company’s rigorous, disciplined, and deadline-oriented approach to project management for its customers and partners around the world, the team ultimately met the first FCC milestone with time to spare, successfully clearing 46 of the largest U.S. markets – with no disruption to their respective businesses – out of the lower 100 MHz and making it available to auction winners. So far, Intelsat has upgraded more than 250 antennas, and filtered another nearly 2,000 more, across 550-plus sites spanning the continental U.S.

The C-band clearing program posed a management challenge unlike many the company had faced in recent memory. By deploying a dedicated team, allocating the necessary resources, and ensuring all stakeholders involved understood the goals and objectives, the people of Intelsat demonstrated their ability to execute against large, complex projects and meet tight deadlines and timeframes with precision and success.

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MCLEAN, Va. – Intelsat, operator of one of the world’s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial network and leading provider of inflight connectivity (IFC), has joined the Partner2Connect Digital Coalition. The coalition is a multistakeholder alliance launched by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the United Nations (UN), and Intelsat’s participation creates new opportunities for telecommunications to make a positive economic and social impact in the world.

Through the coalition, Intelsat will provide satellite connectivity as a means to bring broadband to hard-to-reach, unserved populations who are not connected to the internet, as well as to millions who do not have the means to connect.

“The Partner2Connect Digital Coalition is a great initiative to accelerate and promote digital inclusion,” said Dave Wajsgras, Intelsat CEO. “Contributing to this common goal is part of Intelsat’s mission – and developing innovative, space-based technology that solves complex communications issues is central to our work. With billions in the world still unconnected, we need to join forces to ensure that everyone can benefit from connectivity, whether it is to communicate, work or access health, education, or government services, at any time, in any circumstance.”

Intelsat’s pledge to the coalition includes the following:

Pledge 1: Facilitating digital inclusion: The future of global connectivity through a truly global multi-orbit unified network

Intelsat pledges to set the standard in uninterrupted global broadband service by offering simplified connectivity through its ecosystem of software-defined, multi-orbit 5G unified network. This unified system enables seamless, easy-to-deploy, end-to-end services across different technologies and infrastructures.

Pledge 2: Facilitating digital inclusion: Using connectivity as a fundamental tool for education, and providing relief during natural or human-made disaster

Intelsat pledges to utilize its Wi-Fi internet access solutions to connect 100 schools in rural and remote areas by 2025 in the context of the GIGA initiative launched by UNICEF and the ITU. Connected schools help develop digital literacy among young adults and become anchor points for communities, local businesses and services.

Under the pledge of inclusion, Intelsat pledges to sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) providing up to $500,000 of airtime, as well as the necessary equipment to be utilized during disasters.

Pledge 3: Case studies on satellite connectivity as a tool for digital transformation

Intelsat’s final pledge will offer white papers to illustrate space sustainability and provide case studies and best practices on satellites as a tool for digital transformation.

On Intelsat’s commitment, Wajsgras further added that “achieving meaningful universal connectivity is an ambitious goal, which can only be achieved through collaboration and partnerships. Intelsat is pleased to bring its expertise to the coalition to help bring meaningful connectivity to those who are still offline.”

For more information about similar initiatives including when terrestrial infrastructure failed, satellite solutions became the essential solution for the affected population, click here.

About Intelsat

As the foundational architects of satellite technology, Intelsat operates the world’s most trusted satellite telecom network. We apply our unparalleled expertise and global scale to connect people, businesses and communities, no matter how difficult the challenge. Intelsat is building the future of global communications with the world’s first hybrid, multi-orbit, software-defined 5G network designed for simple, seamless, and secure coverage precisely when and where our customers most need it. Follow the leader in global connectivity and “Imagine Here,” with us, at Intelsat.com.

Media Contact:

Melissa Longo – melissa.longo@intelsat.com; +1 240-308-1881

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Closing the digital divide for millions of people around the world

Intelsat has joined the ITU Partner2Connect Digital Coalition as an extension of its long-held commitment to people, communities and the environment. The pledges laid out as part of the coalition are part of Intelsat’s dedication to connecting communities and closing the digital divide around the world.

Globally recognized as a company where innovation and service are the top priorities, Intelsat has connected the world with satellite technology for more than 50 years bringing global events like the first Moon landing and royal weddings into millions of living rooms around the globe.

As the industry leader, Intelsat recognizes that the future relies heavily on sustainability and its commitment to the people and communities it serves.

The first pledge relates to the facilitation of digital inclusion through innovation. The company has taken strategic action to offer reliable and meaningful connectivity through its new multi-orbit unified network. The unified network facilitates the provision of uninterrupted broadband satellite connectivity. It will also enable the provision of services to industries in hard-to-reach locations, such as oil rigs, mining sites, and financial services machines in island nations.

“We believe that partnerships among satellite communications companies and bringing together complementary capabilities can drive competition. This benefits customers and people around the world who rely on seamless connectivity,” said Intelsat CEO Dave Wajsgras.

For example, in 2020, Intelsat partnered with Africa Mobile Networks (AMN) to help connect more than 1,000remote sites, reducing the digital divide among 3.5 million previously unconnected individuals in sub-Saharan Africa.

Intelsat’s second pledge to ITU aims at facilitating digital inclusion as a fundamental tool for education and during man-made and natural or disasters.

In Aug. 2021 Haiti was struck by a powerful earthquake that damaged its terrestrial communication infrastructure, rendering a lapse in communication when it was needed most. Intelsat’s team, with the help of HELP.NGO – an international disaster relief organization, established high-speed internet to support intelligence coordination for the United Nations. As a result, local authorities and relief agencies could quickly determine where to deploy resources based on intel, video feeds and photos they had gathered. Intelsat was recognized by the Mobile Satellite Users Association (MSUA) for its rapid deployment of FlexMove – a global, redundant, fully managed high-throughput satellite (HTS).

To help reduce the impact of predictable damaging weather events, Intelsat is working with Central American integrators and telecommunications service providers. The company provides options to leverage the unique assets of satellite-based solutions to add network-resiliency capabilities and establish plans for post-storm recovery needs.

Our pledge in this category includes the provision of $500,000 of airtime and the necessary equipment to be utilized in case of natural or man-made disasters.

Intelsat identifies digital literacy as the catalyst for social and economic development. Keeping its commitment to increasing digital literacy and STEM education, in coordination with MaxIQ,  Intelsat provides students with the materials and connectivity they need to develop satellite design solutions addressing one of the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). These students came up with viable solutions to world problems, such as sustainable cities and communities and combating climate change solutions.

Year three of the STEM partnership will be announced in late Fall 2022.

In this category, our pledge includes the use of our access solutions to connect 100 schools until 2025.

Intelsat’s third pledge is to offer thought leadership in satellite technology that helps digital transformation necessary for advancements in military operations, health care, enterprise, maritime, and inflight broadband technology, to name a few. Intelsat will prepare white papers to showcase best practices and specific case studies on the use of satellites for digital transformation and space sustainability.

Intelsat’s initiatives are ahead of the curve including hosting the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Connectivity Forum with Ragasat in Kinshasa, in July 2022.

Similarly, Intelsat’s G-19 satellite customer service study revealed that the free-to-air platform connects a multigenerational diaspora who speak 30 different languages. These diaspora communities seek the platform to stay connected with their culture.

As the industry leader in space technology, Intelsat will continue to lead the way in making a positive footprint for the betterment of the human condition.

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In a previous post, we highlighted the work Intelsat is doing with mobile operators in hurricane-prone regions to help ensure service continuity in the face of recurring extreme weather events. Strengthening cellular networks is a crucial part of immediate post-storm recovery, as well as the long-term development and productivity of a region.

Just as important to a community’s recovery is the ability to re-establish the social and commercial services delivered by government and business entities. Solutions that strengthen the resilience of government and enterprise networks can be a key component to helping a community get back on its feet.

To help reduce both the short- and long-term impacts of damaging weather events, Intelsat is working with regional integrators and telecommunications service providers to leverage the unique assets of satellite-based solutions and create options that organizations can use to add network-resiliency capabilities now as well as establish plans for post-storm recovery needs:

• Across the region, high-throughput services can be deployed now and integrated into day-to-day operations in “standby” mode, then quickly turned up if they are needed to take over for primary networks that are damaged.

• In priority locations already identified as being especially prone to damage and disruption, Intelsat will locally warehouse antennas and equipment compatible with the global FlexEnterprise network. Customers can subscribe to take advantage of this local stock and request installation via local partners to quickly re-establish operations within hours after a storm clears.

• Outside the priority locations, additional equipment will be warehoused centrally. Customers can subscribe to reserve equipment and services that they can then request for deployment as needed across the wider Caribbean and Central America regions, reducing their time to get back online from weeks to days.

“It has become over the past few years that telecommunication service providers in this region need new options to strengthen their networks and help customers bring services back as quickly as possible,” said Ricardo La Guardia, regional vice president, Latin America Sales at Intelsat. “The important role enterprises play in their communities really drives the need to be prepared and have plans in place before storms hit.”

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