Telesat Allocates $5M to Farcast for Development of Lightspeed User Terminals
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Nov 04 2025
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Expanded Partnership: Telesat has announced an expanded relationship with Farcast to enhance their collaboration on satellite technology.
New Antenna Development: Farcast will provide a Flat Panel Antenna User Terminal that integrates with Telesat's Lightspeed modem and is set for volume production.
Financial Investment: Telesat is investing $5 million in Farcast, indicating a strong commitment to the partnership.
Board Participation: Telesat will also take a seat on Farcast's board of directors to ensure alignment with the Telesat Lightspeed program's objectives.
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Telesat Corporation is a Canada-based global satellite operators. The Company provides mission-critical communications solutions support the requirements of sophisticated satellite users throughout the world. The Company operates through two segments: geostationary (GEO), and Low Earth Orbit (LEO). The Company has developed a global network composed of over 198 state-of-the-art LEO satellites, seamlessly integrated with on-ground data networks. The Company’s global GEO satellite fleet provides coverage and connectivity solutions in C-, Ku- and Ka-bands to meet the needs of broadcast, corporate, telecom and government customers around the world. It provides its services through three business categories: Broadcast, Enterprise, and Consulting and other. The Company’s connectivity solutions include data and telecom, mobility, government, video, and consulting. Its data and telecom solutions offer Internet backhaul, wireless backhaul, and corporate network.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
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