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U.S. Navy Taps Rivada for Virtual Network Operator Contract

Next-Generation LEO Satellite Network is Key for Enabling Navy Innovation

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Tom Patton
Dec 10, 2024
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The United States Navy has put Rivada under contract to develop and deliver Virtual Network Operator capabilities over Rivada's Outernet constellation.

"The combination of security, symmetrical uplink and downlink speeds and global coverage are unique."
Commander Nick Goddard, U.S. Navy Cyber Command

The Rivada Outernet is a next-generation low-Earth orbi…

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