➀ Space Norway and Viasat are collaborating on the Arctic Satellite Broadband Mission (ASBM) to provide broadband connectivity in the Arctic region from polar orbits. ➁ The mission, led by Space Norway's subsidiary Heosat, has successfully launched two satellites (ASBM-1 and ASBM-2) carrying Ka-band payloads to extend Viasat's global network. ➂ The satellites are expected to enter service in early to mid-2025, offering coverage north of 65°N with a unique highly elliptical orbit (HEO).
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