Viasat Satellite Internet and Communications Services

Viasat is a prominent American global communications company that provides high-speed satellite broadband services and secure networking systems for military, commercial, and residential markets. Founded in 1986 in Carlsbad, California, by Mark Dankberg, Mark Miller, and Steve Hart, the company evolved from a small defense contractor into a global leader in satellite technology.

Hardware components, such as satellite terminals and ground infrastructure, are produced in multiple locations, including the United States and through various global electronics manufacturing partners. In 2023, Viasat significantly expanded its global footprint and capabilities by acquiring Inmarsat, a major British satellite telecommunications company. Today, Viasat operates as a publicly traded entity on the NASDAQ under the ticker VSAT, with its ownership primarily held by large institutional investors like Vanguard and BlackRock.