Emergency alerts via satellite the only solution for disconnected rural areas
When we were children watching Saturday morning cartoons, there was nothing more annoying than a test of the Emergency Broadcasting System (EBS).... Read More
Empowering disaster response and recovery from space
In 2017 and 2018, Hurricanes Michael, Maria, Irma and Harvey – just four storms – combined to cause more than $300 Billion... Read More
VIDEO: Steve Collar on the exciting advancements in satellite and space
We don’t realize just how much we’ve become reliant on the Internet and network connectivity until they’re taken away. Think about the... Read More
Global Services Team makes the seemingly impossible possible
We often talk about satellite’s ability to bring fiber-like connectivity to even the most remote parts of the planet on the Government... Read More
FAA WAAS payload takes flight following exciting launch full of “firsts”
In late May, a new hybrid SES satellite – SES-15 – was successfully launched into orbit from Kourou, French Guiana. This satellite... Read More
Exploring how SATCOM plays into humanitarian efforts around the globe at the Humanitarian ICT Forum
Last month, The Humanitarian ICT Forum brought together several humanitarian organizations and leaders in the technology industry to discuss how today’s technological... Read More
New transportable TPS solution offers C3ISR capability and connectivity anywhere
Just last week I had the opportunity to witness a new and exciting solution being demonstrated that will augment the way U.S.... Read More
NWS Office at Pago Pago embraces the future with managed MEO satellite services
Anyone who has ever witnessed the ferocity of a hurricane, or the terrifying devastation of a tornado knows all too well the... Read More
In disaster response, COMSATCOM provides backup to emergency personnel and military
Devastating emergencies such as earthquakes and tsunamis wreak havoc on local infrastructure and existing communication capabilities. Deployable satellite communications (SATCOM) enables critical... Read More
