
Company
Intelsat
- Defense
- Space
HQ: Mc Lean, VA
Overview
Intelsat operates satellite-based communications networks, providing managed multi-orbit connectivity and ground infrastructure to carriers, broadcasters, airlines, and enterprise customers for broadband, media distribution, and inflight Wi‑Fi.
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