Viasat to push further into Asia, the world’s fastest-growing satellite comms market

Rapidly growing market segments and the company's limited exposure to South-east Asia drive Viasat's expansion plans. PHOTO: REUTERS
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SINGAPORE - South-east Asia’s unique geography comprising thousands of islands makes it ideal for the deployment of satellite communications, said US-based satellite communications provider Viasat as it looks to expand further into Asia, the fastest-growing market in this area worldwide.

Singapore will play a key role in the company’s plans, given that it is the nexus of the global maritime and aviation sectors in the region.

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