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Viasat, Inc. is a United States–based company operating in the technology sector, within the satellite communications and advanced networking industry. The company specializes in high-capacity satellite broadband, secure government communications, aviation connectivity and integrated global networking solutions.
Founded in 1986 in California by Mark Dankberg, Mark Miller and Steve Hart, Viasat emerged during a period of increasing demand for more efficient satellite communications systems, initially focusing on modems, terminals and tactical communication equipment.
Viasat’s portfolio includes residential and commercial satellite internet, in-flight connectivity solutions, maritime communications, secure government and military networks, high-performance antennas, tactical data systems, advanced modems and high-throughput satellite platforms (HTS).
The company develops and operates the ViaSat satellite constellation—ViaSat-1, ViaSat-2 and the ViaSat-3 series—designed to provide multi-terabit global broadband capacity. The 2023 acquisition of Inmarsat significantly expanded the company’s mobility services, integrating global aviation, maritime and government communication networks.
The company operates globally across North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and the Asia-Pacific region. Its operational structure includes engineering and satellite-development centers, terminal-integration facilities, network-operations hubs, aviation-support teams, terrestrial teleports and gateway stations.
Viasat serves residential consumers, airlines, government agencies, military operations, maritime operators, energy companies and enterprises located in remote or underserved regions.
Market factors shaping Viasat’s business include global demand for high-capacity broadband, growth in aviation connectivity, increasing data consumption in remote areas, competition from traditional and emerging satellite operators, regulatory developments related to spectrum allocation, launch-vehicle availability, and technological shifts toward low-Earth-orbit (LEO) constellations.
Cybersecurity requirements, network resilience and the integration of terrestrial and space-based communications also influence the company’s competitive positioning.
Viasat, Inc.’s shares are listed on the Nasdaq under the ticker VSAT.
History and when Viasat, Inc. was founded
Viasat was founded in 1986 in Carlsbad, California, by Mark Dankberg, Mark Miller and Steve Hart. The company entered the market developing satellite modems and tactical communication systems, establishing a reputation for technological expertise and reliability. Early partnerships with government agencies and aerospace companies strengthened its role in defense communications.
During the 1990s and 2000s, Viasat expanded into advanced satellite-networking technologies, secure communication systems and antenna development. The launch of ViaSat-1 in 2011 marked a turning point, providing unprecedented broadband capacity and enabling Viasat’s entry into the residential satellite-internet market.
Subsequent expansion with ViaSat-2 in 2017 extended coverage across the Americas and transatlantic regions, solidifying the company’s presence in aviation connectivity.
The development of the ViaSat-3 global satellite network positioned the company for multi-continent broadband coverage with high-throughput capabilities. A major milestone occurred in 2023 with the acquisition of Inmarsat, which expanded Viasat’s portfolio into global mobility markets and significantly increased capacity in aviation, maritime and government communications.
Between 2020 and 2024, Viasat operated in a rapidly shifting competitive landscape due to the growth of LEO constellations. The company focused on integrating Inmarsat operations, enhancing ground infrastructure, modernizing broadband technologies and improving spectral efficiency.
Viasat consolidated its status as a key global provider of high-capacity satellite communications and integrated connectivity solutions.
Additional Information
The Company Viasat Inc. (United States), is listed on Nasdaq with a market cap of $ 4.72 Billions, having an equity of $ 4.57 Billions.
With a total of 5.800 employees, the company is listed in the sector of Technology and categorized in industry of Communications Equipment.
In the last 12 months the Company had a revenue of $ 4.58 Billions, which generated a loss in the amount of $ -522.33 Millions.
As for its main indicators, the Company has a P/E ratio of -9.04, a P/BV ratio of 1.03 and in the last 12 months the Company did not pay dividends.
The Company is traded internationally through the ticker VSAT.
