What ‘on Earth’ do we do?

Viasat is a global communications company that's pioneering the future of connectivity, taking the global network to new heights —literally! By harnessing the power of satellites, Viasat connects those on the ground to those in the air, in space and at sea, helping to solve some of our most challenging connectivity demands in a flash.

So, Viasat isn’t just dreaming about a more connected future; it’s building it! Every day, Viasat designs, engineers, and launches cutting-edge technology to connect us all, shaping the way we live and work across the globe…

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Why are we doing ‘Space for Good’?

As we know, the world is changing rapidly, and new challenges demand innovative solutions. This is the vision harnessed by Viasat, who have created this program to empower young people just like you.

This program encourages you to think big and boldly. By harnessing your creativity and innovation, you'll develop ideas on how to use space technology to improve life on Earth. While doing so, you'll gain valuable insights into the exciting world of space technology and enhance your skills for future success.

At Viasat, we’re brought together by a shared desire to unlock opportunity for everyone, everywhere, through connectivity. Connections are the bridge to what’s possible, and we are fearless believers in possibility.

Viasat is committed to regular, transparent communication of our sustainability efforts and progress. The goal of our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) program is to ensure that, as we work toward our shared vision of a connected world, we:

  • Positively impact our people and communities
  • Protect the environment and our precious resources
  • Operate with integrity in all facets of our business

Viasat’s ESG priorities

Safe, sustainable access to space
Digital inclusion
Safe, sustainable access to space

Carbon energy and emissions

Product stewardship

Supply chain management

Digital inclusion

Corporate Governance

Ethical conduct

Product security

Digital inclusion

Talent

Diversion, equity, inclusion and belonging

Employee health and wellness

We believe Low-Earth orbit needs particular attention because it’s the area where most satellites are now being launched, and we risk saturating the capacity of those orbits within this decade, which could lead to:

  • Materially increasing risks of collisions
  • Overfilling to the point where space is closed to new applications,
  • Making space more fragile, and
  • Harming the environment, including light pollution and damage to the atmosphere

Viasat is helping move the discussion from one focused on developing an understanding of the problem to one focused on solution — including economic incentives to encourage good and responsible behavior, as well as suitable checks and balances to ensure a few do not spoil things for everyone else.

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Meet Viasat

Viasat’s global presence creates a global impact, driven by the synergy of its key hubs in the UK, US, and India. These interconnected teams embody the Viasat vision—to be a world leader in communication, and to showcase innovation and collaboration across continents.

Together, these hubs embody Viasat’s commitment to connecting the world, creating global solutions with a profound local and international impact. Viasat’s global presence and unified approach ensures that Viasat’s impact extends seamlessly across the globe, creating a unified team that transcends borders and feels truly global.

Viasat’s advanced satellite network forms the backbone of its global presence, seamlessly connecting people, businesses, and communities across continents.

By leveraging a robust, high-capacity infrastructure that spans geographies, Viasat enables reliable and secure connectivity—even in the most remote or underserved regions—ensuring its teams and customers experience a unified, borderless digital ecosystem.

Explore how Viasat operates and serves customers in the countries below:

Stories from around the globe

Viasat has a long history of working with governments around the world when disaster strikes. For example, when Mount Mayon in the Philippines started showing signs of an impending eruption, Viasat quickly set up internet service and hotspots to aid with the recovery and restoration.

When a 6.6 magnitude earthquake rumbled Turkey, Viasat provided indispensable internet access. Canada was able to use Viasat satellite technology to contain oil spills and Australia has used Viasat technology to scan for wildfires. Additionally, countries like Germany and Indonesia have used Viasat’s network for disaster preparation exercises.

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From building satellite payloads, to serving customers on land, in the air, and at sea, Viasat’s teams across the United States support all areas of the business. Viasat were recently awarded a contract by the United States Space Force for the development of next-generation laser communication terminal prototypes—kicking off the first phase of a potential $100 million program dubbed Enterprise Space Terminal.

The project, part of the Space Systems Command’s initiative, aims to revolutionize secure and resilient space communications using laser technology.

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As the maritime industry gets increasingly digitalized, more and more shipping companies are upgrading their satellite communications services and adopting new technologies to enable digitalisation, decarbonisation and crew welfare.

That’s where Viasat’s Inmarsat Maritime business comes into play. Viasat provide unrivalled end-to-end maritime connectivity services customers can rely on.

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In India, Viasat recently demonstrated two-way messaging and SoS messaging using a commercial Android smartphone enabled for non-terrestrial network (NTN) connectivity in a trial

The messages were sent roughly 36,000km to one of Viasat's geostationary L-band satellites. The outcome proves satellite services to cell phone connectivity is technically feasible for Indian consumers and businesses using Viasat's satellite network

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In Brazil, Viasat is providing satellite internet to schools in remote Amazon regions, supporting both digital education, and digital inclusion initiatives across the country.

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