Military satellites

Parsons Integrates Secondary Payload on Latest Atlas V Launch

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021

Military technology, Early warning systems, Military satellites, Missile defense, Space-Based Infrared System, Artemis program, Science and technology in the United States, Military science, Lunar Gateway, Space Launch System, Parsons, Launch vehicle

CENTREVILLE, Va., June 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN) delivered the secondary payload on the recent SBIRS GEO5 Altas V launch as part of the existing $100 million Launch Manifest Systems Integrator (LMSI) contract.

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CENTREVILLE, Va., June 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN) delivered the secondary payload on the recent SBIRS GEO5 Altas V launch as part of the existing $100 million Launch Manifest Systems Integrator (LMSI) contract.
The company designs, develops, tests, and integrates multi-manifest satellite vehicles on U.S. Government space launch systems.
In preparation for the May 18 launch, Parsons successfully integrated two Technology Demonstration Orbiters (TDO-3 and TDO-4) to ride-share on the SBIRS GEO5 mission, utilizing integrated flight system housing developed by Parsons.
To date, Parsons multi-manifest launch solutions have successfully supported three launch missions with an additional four missions under contract through 2023.

Skynet Technologies Recognized as Partner of Aimeos

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Thursday, March 25, 2021

Military satellites, Software, Time travelers, Skynet, Laravel, Video games, Fiction

By offering lucrative Aimeos services, Skynet Technologies has become a one-stop-shop for ultra-fast ecommerce development using the Aimeos package.

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By offering lucrative Aimeos services, Skynet Technologies has become a one-stop-shop for ultra-fast ecommerce development using the Aimeos package.
Banking on the skilled Laravel development team, Skynet Technologies has been maneuvering rapidly in building top-notch ecommerce websites using Aimeos.
As an official and verified Aimeos partner, Skynet Technologies carves out a space for itself on Aimeos' website and would proudly showcase this badge of honor to the world.
Skynet Technologies would always be in constant know of the latest Aimeos updates and can peak the quality of its services.

Viasat Awarded Contract to Upgrade the UK Ministry of Defence's Ultra High Frequency Satellite Communications Network Control Stations

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Tuesday, February 9, 2021

Military satellites, Satellites, Telecommunications, Skynet, Viasat, Inc., Satcom, Communications satellite, Communications satellites

FARNBOROUGH, U.K., Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global communications company,announced today that Airbus has awarded Viasat's UK entity an $8.5 million (GBP 6.7m) contract to upgrade the Ultra High Frequency (UHF) satellite communications (SATCOM) Network Control Stations (NCS), delivering the UHF Skynet capability to the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD).

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FARNBOROUGH, U.K., Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global communications company,announced today that Airbus has awarded Viasat's UK entity an $8.5 million (GBP 6.7m) contract to upgrade the Ultra High Frequency (UHF) satellite communications (SATCOM) Network Control Stations (NCS), delivering the UHF Skynet capability to the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD).
Airbus has been using Viasat's UHF SATCOM technology since 2012, within the Skynet satellite network, which currently benefits UK MOD and coalition forces, including NATO and Five Eye (FVEY) nations.
"The UHF upgrade, incorporating our VISION software, is key to providing increased mission effectiveness by rapidly expanding the Skynet capability to UK MOD and allied forces," said Steve Beeching, managing director, Viasat UK.
The use of VISION in the IW Phase 2 upgrade, will provide network operators more control of the UHF network, and warfighters with a more resilient communications service.

Viasat Awarded Contract to Upgrade the UK Ministry of Defence's Ultra High Frequency Satellite Communications Network Control Stations

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Tuesday, February 9, 2021

Military satellites, Satellites, Telecommunications, Skynet, Viasat, Inc., Satcom, Communications satellite, Communications satellites

FARNBOROUGH, U.K., Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global communications company,announced today that Airbus has awarded Viasat's UK entity an $8.5 million (GBP 6.7m) contract to upgrade the Ultra High Frequency (UHF) satellite communications (SATCOM) Network Control Stations (NCS), delivering the UHF Skynet capability to the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD).

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FARNBOROUGH, U.K., Feb. 9, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Viasat Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global communications company,announced today that Airbus has awarded Viasat's UK entity an $8.5 million (GBP 6.7m) contract to upgrade the Ultra High Frequency (UHF) satellite communications (SATCOM) Network Control Stations (NCS), delivering the UHF Skynet capability to the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD).
Airbus has been using Viasat's UHF SATCOM technology since 2012, within the Skynet satellite network, which currently benefits UK MOD and coalition forces, including NATO and Five Eye (FVEY) nations.
"The UHF upgrade, incorporating our VISION software, is key to providing increased mission effectiveness by rapidly expanding the Skynet capability to UK MOD and allied forces," said Steve Beeching, managing director, Viasat UK.
The use of VISION in the IW Phase 2 upgrade, will provide network operators more control of the UHF network, and warfighters with a more resilient communications service.

Altamira Announces New Space Mission Data Processing Award Worth $8.5 Million

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Monday, December 7, 2020

Defense, Technology, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Hardware, Contracts, Military technology, Missile defense, Military science, Early warning systems, Military satellites, Space-Based Infrared System, Military equipment, Joint Tactical Ground Station, Joint Overhead Persistent Infrared Center

The contract was awarded by the Space Enterprise Consortium (SpEC) using an agile program management methodology to rapidly develop a prototype that can be transitioned directly into operational use.

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The contract was awarded by the Space Enterprise Consortium (SpEC) using an agile program management methodology to rapidly develop a prototype that can be transitioned directly into operational use.
Altamira received one of three awards to develop a prototype of the mission data processing capabilities that will be a key element of a new ground control system supporting the current Space Based Infrared System (SBIRS) and next generation Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) missile warning satellite constellation.
Following the prototype phase, one team will be selected as the future systems mission data processing provider.
We are excited to have the opportunity to leverage our core capabilities and experience to further serve this important national space mission area.

Maxar Selected by U.S. Space Force to Develop Prototype Mission Data Processing Applications

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Thursday, October 29, 2020

Data management, Communications, Technology, Satellite, Software, Public relations, Investor relations, Military technology, Missile defense, Military science, Military of the United States, Early warning systems, Military satellites, Space-Based Infrared System, Military equipment, Maxar Technologies, United States Space Force, Joint Tactical Ground Station, Theater Event System

Maxar Technologies (NYSE:MAXR) (TSX:MAXR), a trusted partner and innovator in Earth Intelligence and Space Infrastructure, today announced that it was selected by the U.S. Space Force to develop prototype mission data processing applications for the Future Operationally Resilient Ground Evolution Mission Data Processing (FORGE MDP) program located within the Cross-Mission Ground & Communications Enterprise at the Space & Missile Systems Center.

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Maxar Technologies (NYSE:MAXR) (TSX:MAXR), a trusted partner and innovator in Earth Intelligence and Space Infrastructure, today announced that it was selected by the U.S. Space Force to develop prototype mission data processing applications for the Future Operationally Resilient Ground Evolution Mission Data Processing (FORGE MDP) program located within the Cross-Mission Ground & Communications Enterprise at the Space & Missile Systems Center.
Maxars prototype applications will provide rapid mission data processing and dissemination services for Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR) data from the Space-Based Infrared System (SBIRS) satellites.
The U.S. Space Force is responsible for processing and managing increasingly large amounts of data from its satellite constellations.
As an essential component of FORGE MDP, Maxars applications rapidly process satellite data to provide missile warning and other mission-critical notifications.

BT plc, NSSLGlobal and Viasat Form Alliance to Deliver Innovation in UK MOD Satellite Communications Capabilities

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Wednesday, June 17, 2020

Satellite Internet access, Telecommunications, Spacecraft, Satellites, Military satellites, Viasat, Inc., Skynet, Viasat, Very-small-aperture terminal

LONDON, June 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Industry-leading global communications companies, BT plc (BT), NSSLGlobal Ltd and Viasat UK Ltd., a subsidiary of Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), today announced an alliance to deliver critical defence satellite communications (SATCOM) services, and support modernisation of the UK's defence and space sectors.

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LONDON, June 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Industry-leading global communications companies, BT plc (BT), NSSLGlobal Ltd and Viasat UK Ltd., a subsidiary of Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), today announced an alliance to deliver critical defence satellite communications (SATCOM) services, and support modernisation of the UK's defence and space sectors.
In addition to supporting current MOD programmes, the Alliance is strongly positioned to contribute to the developing UK agenda around defence and space technologies.
NSSLGlobal: The UK company, NSSLGlobal, is an established provider in the existing Skynet 5 UK MOD contract eco-system.
Viasat UK Ltd:Viasat UK Ltd. provides deep security and communications expertise to rapidly deliver new sovereign technologies to the UK defence and civilian markets.

BT plc, NSSLGlobal and Viasat Form Alliance to Deliver Innovation in UK MOD Satellite Communications Capabilities

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Wednesday, June 17, 2020

Satellite Internet access, Telecommunications, Spacecraft, Satellites, Military satellites, Viasat, Inc., Skynet, Viasat, Very-small-aperture terminal

LONDON, June 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Industry-leading global communications companies, BT plc (BT), NSSLGlobal Ltd and Viasat UK Ltd., a subsidiary of Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), today announced an alliance to deliver critical defence satellite communications (SATCOM) services, and support modernisation of the UK's defence and space sectors.

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LONDON, June 17, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Industry-leading global communications companies, BT plc (BT), NSSLGlobal Ltd and Viasat UK Ltd., a subsidiary of Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), today announced an alliance to deliver critical defence satellite communications (SATCOM) services, and support modernisation of the UK's defence and space sectors.
In addition to supporting current MOD programmes, the Alliance is strongly positioned to contribute to the developing UK agenda around defence and space technologies.
NSSLGlobal: The UK company, NSSLGlobal, is an established provider in the existing Skynet 5 UK MOD contract eco-system.
Viasat UK Ltd:Viasat UK Ltd. provides deep security and communications expertise to rapidly deliver new sovereign technologies to the UK defence and civilian markets.

Viasat's Multi-Mission Terminal Begins UK Skynet Satellite Communications Assurance and Certification Process

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Wednesday, November 6, 2019

Satellite Internet access, Spacecraft, Satellites, Telecommunications, Military satellites, Communications satellites, Telecommunications equipment, Viasat, Inc., Skynet, Very-small-aperture terminal, Satcom, Communications satellite

LONDON, Nov. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --(Global MilSatCom Conference 2019) Viasat Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global communications company, announced today its Multi-Mission Terminal (MMT), the AN/TSC-241, has started the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) Skynet satellite communications (SATCOM) architecture assurance and certification process, which will authorize the terminal's operation on the Skynet X-band system as well as other government and commercial networks.

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LONDON, Nov. 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --(Global MilSatCom Conference 2019) Viasat Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global communications company, announced today its Multi-Mission Terminal (MMT), the AN/TSC-241, has started the UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) Skynet satellite communications (SATCOM) architecture assurance and certification process, which will authorize the terminal's operation on the Skynet X-band system as well as other government and commercial networks.
Other field-proven performance advantages of the MMT included:
Enhanced connectivity with a small footprint: Viasat's MMT provided forces with enhanced satellite connectivity with a very small logistical footprint.
This enabled robust data to be sent to Beyond Line of Sight units, significantly enhancing situational awareness across the battlespace.
Forward-looking statements include statements about the MMT's capabilities, performance and compatibility with future-generation satellites, and the timing of completion of the MoD certification process.

NSR Report Finds Large(r) Satellites Still a Long-Term Growth Market

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Monday, September 9, 2019

Spacecraft, Spaceflight, Military satellite, Satellite, Satellite broadcasting, Military satellites, Satellites, Space-Based Infrared System, Communications satellite

Government/ Military satellites will dominate the overall non-GEO market, as most commercial non-GEO systems are

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Government/ Military satellites will dominate the overall non-GEO market, as most commercial non-GEO systems are
Launch providers, like manufacturers, are re-examining their internal processes to cut costs and remain competitive in the market.
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