STARLUX Commits To Viasat With Launch Of Enhanced In-Flight Connectivity Service
STARLUX Airlines and Viasat (NASDAQ: VSAT) announced the launch of enhanced in-flight connectivity service across STARLUX's entire fleet. The rollout will cover 48 aircraft, including Airbus A330-900s, A321neos, A350-900, and A350-1000, utilizing Viasat's advanced connectivity system based on the ViaSat-3 compatible GM-40 terminal solution.
STARLUX, known for operating the world's youngest fleet with an average age of 2.06 years, becomes one of the first airlines in Asia Pacific to adopt Viasat's cutting-edge solution. The service will initially cover major Asian transport hubs including Taipei, Singapore, Jakarta, Bangkok, and several other key destinations.
The implementation will enable passengers to stream content, browse the internet, use messaging apps, and maintain productivity during flights through Viasat's high-capacity Ka-band satellite network over the Asia Pacific region.
STARLUX Airlines e Viasat (NASDAQ: VSAT) hanno annunciato il lancio di un servizio migliorato di connettività in volo su tutta la flotta di STARLUX. L'implementazione riguarderà 48 aerei, tra cui Airbus A330-900, A321neo, A350-900 e A350-1000, utilizzando il sistema di connettività avanzato di Viasat basato sulla soluzione terminale GM-40 compatibile con ViaSat-3.
STARLUX, nota per operare la flotta più giovane al mondo con un'età media di 2,06 anni, diventa una delle prime compagnie aeree della regione Asia-Pacifico ad adottare la soluzione all'avanguardia di Viasat. Inizialmente, il servizio coprirà i principali hub di trasporto asiatici tra cui Taipei, Singapore, Giacarta, Bangkok e altre importanti destinazioni.
Questa implementazione consentirà ai passeggeri di trasmettere contenuti, navigare in internet, utilizzare applicazioni di messaggistica e mantenere la produttività durante i voli grazie alla rete satellitare Ka-band ad alta capacità di Viasat nella regione Asia-Pacifico.
STARLUX Airlines y Viasat (NASDAQ: VSAT) anunciaron el lanzamiento de un servicio mejorado de conectividad en vuelo en toda la flota de STARLUX. La implementación cubrirá 48 aeronaves, incluyendo los Airbus A330-900, A321neo, A350-900 y A350-1000, utilizando el avanzado sistema de conectividad de Viasat basado en la solución terminal GM-40 compatible con ViaSat-3.
STARLUX, conocida por operar la flota más joven del mundo con una edad promedio de 2.06 años, se convierte en una de las primeras aerolíneas en la región Asia-Pacífico en adoptar la solución de vanguardia de Viasat. El servicio cubrirá inicialmente los principales centros de transporte asiáticos, incluidos Taipéi, Singapur, Yakarta, Bangkok y otros destinos clave.
La implementación permitirá a los pasajeros transmitir contenido, navegar por internet, utilizar aplicaciones de mensajería y mantener la productividad durante los vuelos a través de la red de satélites de alta capacidad Ka-band de Viasat en la región de Asia-Pacífico.
STARLUX 항공사와 Viasat (NASDAQ: VSAT)가 STARLUX의 전체 항공기에서 향상된 비행 중 연결 서비스의 시작을 발표했습니다. 이번 도입은 Airbus A330-900, A321neo, A350-900 및 A350-1000을 포함한 48대 항공기에 적용되며, ViaSat-3 호환 GM-40 단말기 솔루션 기반의 Viasat의 고급 연결 시스템을 사용합니다.
세계에서 가장 젊은 항공기 플릿(평균 연령 2.06세)을 운영하는 것으로 알려진 STARLUX는 아시아 태평양 지역에서 Viasat의 최첨단 솔루션을 도입한 최초의 항공사 중 하나가 됩니다. 이 서비스는 처음에 타이페이, 싱가포르, 자카르타, 방콕 및 기타 주요 목적지를 포함한 아시아 주요 운송 허브를 커버할 것입니다.
이 구현은 승객들이 콘텐츠를 스트리밍하고, 인터넷을 탐색하며, 메시징 앱을 사용하고, Viasat의 고용량 Ka-band 위성 네트워크를 통해 비행 중에도 생산성을 유지할 수 있도록 합니다.
STARLUX Airlines et Viasat (NASDAQ: VSAT) ont annoncé le lancement d'un service de connectivité en vol amélioré pour l'ensemble de la flotte de STARLUX. Le déploiement concernera 48 aéronefs, y compris les Airbus A330-900, A321neo, A350-900 et A350-1000, utilisant le système de connectivité avancé de Viasat basé sur la solution terminale GM-40 compatible avec ViaSat-3.
STARLUX, connue pour exploiter la flotte la plus jeune au monde avec une moyenne d'âge de 2,06 ans, devient l'une des premières compagnies aériennes de la région Asie-Pacifique à adopter la solution de pointe de Viasat. Le service couvrira initialement les principales plaques tournantes du transport asiatique, notamment Taipei, Singapour, Jakarta, Bangkok et plusieurs autres destinations clés.
Cette mise en œuvre permettra aux passagers de diffuser du contenu, de naviguer sur Internet, d'utiliser des applications de messagerie et de maintenir leur productivité pendant les vols grâce au réseau de satellites à haute capacité Ka-band de Viasat dans la région Asie-Pacifique.
STARLUX Airlines und Viasat (NASDAQ: VSAT) haben die Einführung eines erweiterten Inflight-Konnektivitätsdienstes für die gesamte Flotte von STARLUX angekündigt. Der Rollout betrifft 48 Flugzeuge, darunter Airbus A330-900, A321neo, A350-900 und A350-1000, die das fortschrittliche Konnektivitätssystem von Viasat verwenden, das auf der ViaSat-3-kompatiblen GM-40-Terminuslösung basiert.
STARLUX, bekannt für die Operation der jüngsten Flotte der Welt mit einem Durchschnittsalter von 2,06 Jahren, wird eine der ersten Fluggesellschaften im asiatisch-pazifischen Raum sein, die die neueste Lösung von Viasat übernimmt. Der Service wird zunächst die wichtigsten asiatischen Verkehrsknotenpunkte abdecken, darunter Taipeh, Singapur, Jakarta, Bangkok und mehrere andere wichtige Ziele.
Die Implementierung wird es den Passagieren ermöglichen, Inhalte zu streamen, im Internet zu surfen, Messaging-Apps zu verwenden und während der Flüge über das Hochleistungssatellitennetzwerk von Viasat im asiatisch-pazifischen Raum produktiv zu bleiben.
- Expansion to cover entire fleet of 48 aircraft
- Implementation of advanced ViaSat-3 compatible connectivity system
- Strategic positioning as early adopter in Asia Pacific region
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This comprehensive fleet-wide agreement with STARLUX represents a significant strategic win for Viasat in the highly competitive Asian aviation market. The commitment to equip 48 aircraft, including both factory installations and retrofits, provides a substantial revenue opportunity through both equipment sales and ongoing service fees.
The selection of Viasat's most advanced GM-40 terminal solution by a premium carrier validates the company's technological leadership and creates a powerful reference customer in Asia. STARLUX's reputation for luxury service and its extensive route network covering major Asian business hubs will showcase Viasat's capabilities to other potential airline customers in the region.
The timing is particularly strategic as it coincides with the deployment of ViaSat-3, which will significantly expand capacity over Asia Pacific. The multi-orbit ready nature of the solution provides future-proofing and flexibility, essential for airlines investing in long-term connectivity infrastructure.
From a competitive standpoint, this deal strengthens Viasat's position against key rivals like Inmarsat and Panasonic Avionics in the Asian market. The comprehensive nature of the agreement - covering STARLUX's entire fleet including A350s and A330neos - demonstrates strong confidence in Viasat's technology roadmap and service delivery capabilities.
The partnership with a premium carrier known for its young fleet (averaging 2.06 years) and luxury positioning aligns perfectly with Viasat's strategy of targeting high-value airline customers who demand superior connectivity performance. This could lead to additional opportunities with other premium carriers in the region who closely watch their peers' technology choices.
New, High-Speed Connectivity Set To Roll Out Across the Carrier’s Full Fleet To Further Distinguish STARLUX’s Exceptional In-Flight Experience
TAIPEI, Taiwan and CARLSBAD, Calif., Feb. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- STARLUX, a Taipei-headquartered luxury carrier, and Viasat Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT), a global leader in satellite communications, today announced STARLUX aircraft has launched enhanced service with Viasat’s high performance in-flight connectivity (IFC) solution, marking an expanded relationship.
The phased rollout of Viasat’s high-speed, reliable in-flight Wi-Fi service will span STARLUX’s entire active fleet. In total, 48 aircraft, including Airbus A330-900s, A321neos, A350-900 and A350-1000 aircraft will install or transition to Viasat's most advanced connectivity system, based on the ViaSat-3 compatible and multi-orbit ready high-performance GM-40 terminal solution. The rollout will encompass both factory installs and expedited retrofits.
Driven by the commitment to passenger-centric innovation, STARLUX distinguishes itself as one of the first airlines in the Asia Pacific region to adopt and deploy Viasat’s cutting-edge solution and onboard enablement platform for an exceptional passenger Wi-Fi experience while in-flight. Since its launch in 2018, STARLUX has consistently prioritized a premium travel experience, and the selection of Viasat’s latest and industry-leading IFC solution, enabled by its resilient multi-orbit satellite roadmap, for the carrier’s entire fleet underscores this dedication.
With Viasat's high-capacity Ka-band satellite network over the Asia Pacific region, expected to soon include one of Viasat’s next generation ViaSat-3 satellites, passengers on STARLUX flights will be able to stream their favorite movies and shows, browse the internet, stay connected with loved ones through messaging apps, and maintain productivity while traveling onboard any STARLUX aircraft.
"Viasat is proud to partner with STARLUX, an airline that shares our passion for innovation and customer satisfaction," said Don Buchman, Senior Vice President and GM, Commercial Aviation at Viasat. "Through this expanded relationship, we look forward to not only providing high quality connectivity, but a comprehensive solution with the capability and flexibility to empower STARLUX to create an advanced, refined connected experience that suits its ambitions and goals."
STARLUX is acclaimed for having the world’s youngest fleet, currently averaging 2.06 years old, and its unwavering focus on passenger comfort and well-being. It operates an all-Airbus fleet that seamlessly blends contemporary luxury with authentic Taiwanese heritage, for which Viasat’s enhanced connectivity services will now form a crucial part of this high-end journey.
Initially, Viasat-enabled aircraft will service major Asian transport hubs, including: Taipei, Singapore, Jakarta, Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Ho Chi Minh, Hanoi, Manila, Macau, Tokyo, Osaka, Fukuoka, Nagoya, Sendai, and Hong Kong.
About STARLUX Airlines
Founded on the philosophy that luxury should be available to everyone, not just the elite, Taiwan-based STARLUX is a boutique international airline serving a total of 26 routes from Taiwan to the US, Japan, Macau, Vietnam, Thailand, Philippines, Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia. STARLUX passengers traveling between North America and Asia are able to enjoy an easy transfer in Taipei with its three US routes: Los Angeles-Taipei, San Francisco-Taipei, and Seattle-Taipei. STARLUX prioritizes safety and offers unparalleled service with the goal of making flying a truly luxurious and un-forgettable experience. For more information, visit https://www.starlux-airlines.com/en-US, or on our US social channels Facebook and Instagram.
About Viasat
Viasat is a global communications company that believes everyone and everything in the world can be connected. With offices in 24 countries around the world, our mission shapes how consumers, businesses, governments and militaries around the world communicate and connect. Viasat is developing the ultimate global communications network to power high-quality, reliable, secure, affordable, fast connections to positively impact people’s lives anywhere they are—on the ground, in the air or at sea, while building a sustainable future in space. In May 2023, Viasat completed its acquisition of Inmarsat, combining the teams, technologies and resources of the two companies to create a new global communications partner. Learn more at www.viasat.com, the Viasat News Room or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X or YouTube.
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Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to the safe harbors created under the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. Forward-looking statements include among others, statements related to the introduction of Viasat’s in-flight connectivity service on Starlux’s aircraft, including Airbus A330-900, A321neo, and A350-900; the expected service entry of a ViaSat-3 satellite over the Asia Pacific region, including the timing thereof; the routes with anticipated service; the availability, capabilities and performance of the Viasat in-flight connectivity service. Readers are cautioned that actual results could differ materially and adversely from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ include: our ability to successfully implement our business plan for our broadband services on our anticipated timeline or at all; risks associated with the construction, launch and operation of the satellite(s) used to supply these services, including the effect of any anomaly, operational failure or degradation in satellite performance; contractual problems; product defects; manufacturing issues or delays; regulatory issues; changes in relationships with, or the financial condition of, key suppliers; technologies not being developed according to anticipated schedules, or that do not perform according to expectations; and other factors affecting the aviation sector generally. In addition, please refer to the risk factors contained in Viasat's SEC filings available at www.sec.gov, including Viasat's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date on which they are made. Viasat undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements for any reason.
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