Space42 and Viasat are the cofounders of Equatys, bringing together over 60 years of combined mobile satellite services experience. Equatys is designed as an independent, neutral, multi-participant shared infrastructure platform to extend 3GPP-based connectivity to the billions underserved by terrestrial networks. With Equatys, we are building a platform that empowers nations, operators, and innovators to extend secure, affordable, 3GPP-aligned satellite connectivity to billions. “Karim Michel Sabbagh, Managing Director of Space42, said: “Equatys reflects disciplined execution against a clear objective: combining the scale of terrestrial networks with the efficiency of space. By aligning with 3GPP standards, the platform will integrate terrestrial and satellite networks, enabling seamless transition when terrestrial service becomes unavailable.

Source: GNN Liberia April 02, 2026 11:32 UTC