This contract award may indicate the US Space Force's growing interest in small, maneuverable satellites. The selection of Viasat and Intelsat suggests a focus on established players in the satellite communications market, which could benefit these companies in future procurements and may set a precedent for similar awards.
US Space Force Awards Viasat And Intelsat Satellite Contracts
The US Space Force has awarded Viasat a contract for a mini-GEO dual X/Ka-band satellite system, with an estimated value of $219 million. This is part of the Protected Tactical SATCOM-Global (PTS-G) program, which has a ceiling value of $4 billion. Intelsat also received a contract, with the total value of the two awards being $437.7 million. This development was reported by The Motley Fool.
This contract award may indicate the US Space Force's growing interest in small, maneuverable satellites. The selection of Viasat and Intelsat suggests a focus on established players in the satellite communications market, which could benefit these companies in future procurements and may set a precedent for similar awards.
US Space Force Awards Viasat And Intelsat Satellite Contracts
The US Space Force has awarded Viasat a contract for a mini-GEO dual X/Ka-band satellite system, with an estimated value of $219 million. This is part of the Protected Tactical SATCOM-Global (PTS-G) program, which has a ceiling value of $4 billion. Intelsat also received a contract, with the total value of the two awards being $437.7 million. This development was reported by The Motley Fool.