The satellite communications industry has reached a pivotal moment as SES finalizes its landmark $3.1 billion acquisition of Intelsat, creating a dominant force in government-focused satellite communications. This 15-month process has culminated in the formation of a new industry leader capable of delivering next-generation satellite communications solutions with unprecedented global reach and multi-orbit capabilities.
A New Standard for Government Satellite Communications
The merger combines Intelsat’s decades of global connectivity expertise with SES’s orbital technologies, establishing a comprehensive satellite communications network designed to meet the most demanding government requirements. The newly formed entity brings together assets worth $261.8 million in prime contracts, earning it the #100 spot on Washington Technology’s prestigious Top 100 list.
Industry veteran David Broadbent assumes leadership of the U.S. government subsidiary, leveraging his extensive background at Raytheon and Intelsat to steer the company’s satellite communications strategy. “This combination allows us to deliver superior satellite communications capabilities tailored to mission-critical government needs,” Broadbent stated, underscoring the strategic importance of this merger for national security and civil space operations.The Reston, Virginia-based SES Space & Defense now stands as a complete solutions provider for government satellite communications, offering enhanced resilience in contested environments and simplified access to multi-orbit connectivity. As threats in space and cyberspace grow increasingly sophisticated, this consolidation ensures U.S. government agencies maintain technological superiority in satellite communications infrastructure.
This transformative merger marks a watershed moment for government satellite communications, with SES Space & Defense positioned to redefine performance standards and operational reliability across military and civilian applications. The future of secure, global connectivity begins with these advanced satellite communications capabilities.
