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Concise original overview of commercial satellite constellations,
small satellite rocket launchers and NewSpace funding options.
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Inmarsat (ORCHESTRA)

Constellation name ORCHESTRA
Constellation field Internet
Constellation info

LEO constellation to complement existing Ka-, L-band GEO fleet. Investment includes terrestrial 5G network, is pitched as offering ultra-high capacity to hot spots.
Constellation status Prototype development
Launched satellites 0
Planned satellites 175
Form factor Satellite
Orbit LEO
Manufacturer ?
First launch 2023
Notes
 
Logo Inmarsat logo
Company Inmarsat (Viasat)
Oneliner

The world leader in global mobile satellite communications, we have been connecting people, organisations and places across the globe for more than 40 years through our seamless, reliable and secure networks.
Funding Yes
Country UK
Founded 1979
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Last modified: 2023-05-31

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