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Industries
Automotive & Transportation
Consulting
Aerospace
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
IPO
Total Funding
$30.7M
Headquarters
Ottawa, Canada
Founded
1969
Telesat operates in the global satellite communications market, providing connectivity solutions to a wide range of clients, including government agencies and telecommunications providers. The company utilizes both geostationary (GEO) and low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites to ensure reliable global communications. Telesat's products include satellite capacity and consulting services, which are offered through long-term contracts and service agreements. A key feature of Telesat's offerings is the Lightspeed network, which uses advanced LEO satellites to deliver high-speed, low-latency connectivity. This focus on diverse sectors such as inflight connectivity, maritime, oil and gas, and corporate networks sets Telesat apart from its competitors, as it addresses complex communications challenges across various industries.
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Total Funding
$30.7M
Above
Industry Average
Funded Over
2 Rounds
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Hybrid Work Options
Telesat secures $2.54B funding for Lightspeed satellite project, aiming to bridge global digital divide. Learn how this Canadian-backed initiative plans to expand internet access and create jobs, with launches set for 2026.
The federal government has agreed to loan billions of dollars to satellite operator Telesat to support its work in developing the Lightspeed LEO network.
Telesat has lined up more than $3 billion in financing for Lightspeed so far, including a $1.1 billion investment from the Canadian government.
Telesat has secured almost all of the funding it needs to start launching its satellite network in 2024.
The new funding is in addition to the CA$600 million from the federal government announced last year.
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Industries
Automotive & Transportation
Consulting
Aerospace
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
IPO
Total Funding
$30.7M
Headquarters
Ottawa, Canada
Founded
1969
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