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Telesat Government Solutions Lands DARPA Space-BACN Phase 2 Contract

Published November 29, 2023

Telesat Government Solutions, a fully integrated division of the prominent satellite service provider Telesat, has achieved a significant milestone by securing the Phase 2 contract for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Space-Based Adaptive Communications Node (Space-BACN) initiative. This contract underscores the company's pivotal role in pioneering the development and deployment of advanced satellite communication systems.

Expansion of Space Communication Networks

With the latest contract from DARPA, Telesat Government Solutions is set to expand its engagement in creating transformative space-based communication networks. These networks are essential for enabling seamless connectivity and interoperability among various space assets. The Space-BACN project aims to develop a reconfigurable, multi-protocol communications system, further strengthening Telesat's position in the government and defense communication sectors.

Enhanced Global Communication Capabilities

The second phase of the Space-BACN project provides a unique opportunity for Telesat to enhance global communication capabilities. The adaptive and scalable nature of this technology is designed to meet the fluctuating demands of military operations, disaster response, and other critical global missions. As Telesat Government Solutions propels forward with this venture, they emphasize their commitment to innovation and excellence in the field of satellite communications.

Investors and industry stakeholders have taken note of Telesat's TSAT ongoing success, particularly as it relates to initiatives like Space-BACN. This contract represents not only a triumph for Telesat but also a promising development for those invested in the future of space technology and satellite communications.

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