Viasat unveils HaloNet portfolio for unified space and terrestrial connectivity.

Viasat has unveiled its HaloNet portfolio, a modular set of capabilities that unifies space and terrestrial connectivity into a cohesive service offering. The next-generation connectivity architecture is designed to transform near-Earth communications with flexible, multi-orbit network and data services that can be tailored to a customer's specific mission requirements. HaloNet is aimed at emerging government and commercial low Earth orbit operators that require an agile, reliable, and secure communications infrastructure.

Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications, has unveiled its HaloNet™ portfolio, a modular set of capabilities designed to transform near-Earth communications. The new service offering unifies space and terrestrial connectivity into a cohesive architecture, providing flexible, multi-orbit network and data services tailored to specific mission requirements [1].

HaloNet is aimed at emerging government and commercial low Earth orbit (LEO) operators who need agile, reliable, and secure communications infrastructure. The portfolio combines Viasat's advanced space, ground, and networking infrastructure to deliver a one-stop-shop for multi-band, multi-path, secure connectivity and data transport solutions [1].

Key capabilities of HaloNet include:

- Telemetry, Tracking, and Command (TT&C) Data Relay Service (DRS): Provides real-time situational awareness and connectivity with spacecraft through secure, low-latency links via Viasat’s L-band network.
- Launch Telemetry DRS: Offers real-time telemetry data relay during the launch phase through Viasat’s L-band network without the need for dedicated downrange ground stations.
- High-Capacity DRS: Enables transmission of large volumes of data, such as full-motion video and high-resolution imagery, on demand without prescheduling through Viasat’s Ka-band network.
- Direct-to-Earth (DTE) Service: Provides direct-to-Earth data services through Viasat’s Ground Station as a Service (GSaaS) platform, delivering high-performance TT&C and payload downlinks via a global ground station network.
- Mobile Command & Control: Offers a field-deployable command and control platform via a self-contained mobile satellite gateway, supporting secure TT&C data transport from virtually any location.

Viasat’s HaloNet portfolio is designed to support missions at altitudes in LEO up to 1100 km, as well as missions in medium Earth orbit (MEO) and geostationary Earth orbit (GEO). The portfolio will provide a comprehensive solution for government and commercial users to access diverse data transport options that can be leveraged for different mission requirements [2].

Craig Miller, President of Viasat Government, stated, "With today’s space environment becoming increasingly complex, customers need agile, reliable, and secure communications infrastructure that can support real-time command and control and data transport needs. Our HaloNet portfolio enables us to continue meeting these evolving near-Earth mission communications needs, as well as government customers’ capability requirements for critical scientific and defense missions" [2].

HaloNet's global reach, government-grade security, and flexible, scalable architecture make it a unique solution in the rapidly growing LEO communications market. By offering a modular, cohesive service, Viasat aims to simplify and enhance space communications for a wide range of mission needs.

References:
[1] https://www.viasat.com/government/connectivity/space/near-earth-communications/
[2] https://finance.yahoo.com/news/viasat-unveils-halonet-capability-portfolio-120000260.html