Viasat (NASDAQ:VSAT), Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT) provides high‐capacity satellite broadband and wireless communications services to consumer, commercial and government customers worldwide. The company designs and operates satellite systems and network infrastructure to deliver secure, high-speed connectivity across remote and underserved regions, as well as managed networking solutions for enterprises and public sector agencies.
Viasat’s product offerings include residential and enterprise satellite internet services, in-flight connectivity for commercial airlines and business jets, and secure networking platforms tailored to defense and intelligence users. Its satellite fleet — featuring Ka-band platforms such as ViaSat-2 and the emerging ViaSat-3 constellation — aims to expand global coverage and increase data throughput. Complementary ground infrastructure and network management tools support bandwidth optimization, cybersecurity and seamless service delivery.
Founded in 1986 and headquartered in Carlsbad, California, Viasat has built a global presence with offices and customers across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America and the Asia-Pacific region. The company has established long-term partnerships with telecom operators, commercial carriers and government entities, leveraging its satellite capacity to serve markets in maritime connectivity, aviation, remote enterprise networks and critical public safety communications.
Viasat was co-founded by Mark D. Dankberg, who has guided the company’s strategic expansion since its inception. Under his leadership, Viasat has advanced its satellite technology roadmap and diversified into cybersecurity, managed network services and next-generation ground systems. The company continues to invest in high-throughput satellite platforms and network innovations aimed at delivering lower latency, higher capacity and more flexible connectivity solutions for a connected world.
