Satcom Direct to distribute Intelsat’s FlexExec service
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Satellite operator Intelsat has teamed up with business aviation connectivity provider Satcom Direct to provide in-flight broadband connectivity to business jets globally. Satcom Direct has become the first solution partner and master distributor for Inmarsat’s FlexExec service for the business aviation sector. The company will add FlexExec to its new SD Xperience portfolio.
Under the agreement, Inmarsat will provide Satcom Direct with immediate access to Intelsat’s Ku-band satellite fleet including its high throughput satellites.
FlexExec is designed to differentiate from the competition by not sharing capacity with commercial aviation or customer broadband customers to provide business jet owners with guaranteed provide seamless, on-demand connectivity.
“We are delighted that Satcom Direct has chosen FlexExec to be a part of their SD Xperience platform,” Intelsat VP and GM for mobility Mark Rasmussen said.
“The global footprint, resiliency, redundancy and flexibility of FlexExec’s seamless Ku-band platform will ensure that passengers can easily extend fast, high quality broadband connectivity from their office into the skies.”
Questions & Answers
Q.What service will Satcom Direct be offering following this agreement?
What service will Satcom Direct be offering following this agreement?
Satcom Direct will be distributing Inmarsat’s FlexExec service, which provides in-flight broadband connectivity specifically for business jets. This service will be incorporated into their new SD Xperience portfolio.
Q.What is Intelsat's role in this new partnership?
What is Intelsat's role in this new partnership?
Intelsat is providing Satcom Direct with immediate access to its Ku-band satellite fleet, which includes high throughput satellites. This infrastructure underpins the global connectivity for the FlexExec service.
Q.How does the FlexExec service aim to differentiate itself from competitors?
How does the FlexExec service aim to differentiate itself from competitors?
FlexExec differentiates itself by not sharing capacity with commercial aviation or general customer broadband services. This exclusive allocation is intended to provide business jet owners with guaranteed, smooth, on-demand connectivity.
Q.Who will ultimately benefit from the FlexExec service?
Who will ultimately benefit from the FlexExec service?
Business jet owners and passengers will benefit from the FlexExec service. It is designed to offer fast, high-quality broadband connectivity, allowing passengers to extend their office environment into the skies smoothly.
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