Viasat, Inc.

Viasat, Inc. is an American global communications company headquartered in Carlsbad, California. Founded in 1986, its core mission is to connect everyone and everything globally, providing high-quality, reliable, secure, affordable, and fast connections, while also building a sustainable future in space.

The company offers a diverse portfolio of satellite-based broadband and narrowband communication solutions, including satellite internet access, in-flight connectivity (IFC), and secure networking systems. Viasat's key products and services span military communications equipment, high-speed satellite modems, antenna systems, VSAT networks, and advanced cybersecurity solutions. It serves a broad range of market segments, including commercial aviation, maritime, residential broadband, enterprise, and government/military customers.

Led by co-founder Mark Dankberg, who serves as Chairman of the Board and CEO, Viasat maintains a strong market position as a vertically integrated, multi-orbit provider in the satellite communications industry. A significant recent development includes the successful launch of the ViaSat-3 Flight 3 (F3) satellite on April 29, 2026, which is designed to expand capacity over the Asia-Pacific region and completes the ViaSat-3 constellation. This follows the ViaSat-3 F1, which entered service in 2024, and F2, launched in 2025 and expected to be in service by May 2026. The company also completed its acquisition of Inmarsat in May 2023, further expanding its global reach and capabilities.