Together, the two companies will collaborate on a state-of-the-art phased array antenna designed to enhance connectivity, reliability, and performance in airborne operations.
The collaboration will combine the two companies’ respective expertise to develop a solution that addresses users’ growing demand for efficient, low-profile communication systems.
The new phased array antenna will leverage Sofant’s core technology to produce a compact, lightweight, and low-power terminal, which will enable reliable, seamless high-speed global coverage on a wider range of aircraft through Inmarsat’s Global Xpress (GX) network, currently the only high-throughput commercial wideband network available worldwide.
This includes seamless switching on the GX commercial network’s global service beams and Inmarsat’s high-capacity, global military Ka-band (Mil Ka) network’s steerable beams.
Commenting David Wither, CEO, Sofant Technologies, said, "By leveraging our leading-edge antenna technology, we aim to deliver a transformative solution that will redefine communication capabilities for airborne platforms. This collaboration aligns with our vision of revolutionising connectivity in the aerospace industry and beyond. We are confident that our joint efforts will yield exceptional results."
Steve Gizinski, President, Inmarsat Government, added, "Collaborating with Sofant Technologies allows us to push the boundaries of innovation further, and together, we will develop a phased array antenna that sets new industry standards. This collaboration represents a significant step forward in meeting the demand for secure and reliable connectivity worldwide."
