Rivada Space Networks Expands Strategic U.S. Leadership

In the rapidly evolving landscape of global connectivity, Rivada Space Networks is making waves with its ambitious OuterNET project. This groundbreaking initiative aims to deploy a constellation of low-earth orbit satellites, revolutionizing the way we connect and communicate across the globe. As the demand for secure and reliable satellite networks continues to grow, especially in national defense and commercial sectors, Rivada Space Networks is positioning itself at the forefront of this technological revolution.

To strengthen its position and accelerate its mission, Rivada Space Networks has recently expanded its strategic leadership team in the United States. This expansion brings together a diverse group of industry veterans and innovators, each contributing unique expertise to the company’s vision. The bolstered team is set to drive forward Rivada’s cutting-edge LEO satellite network, addressing the increasing need for robust connectivity solutions in various fields, including defense, telecommunications, and enterprise applications. With these strategic additions, Rivada Space Networks is poised to make significant strides in shaping the future of global communications.

Rivada’s Vision for Global Connectivity

Transforming Data Networking

Rivada Space Networks is revolutionizing global connectivity with its OuterNET project. This groundbreaking initiative involves deploying a constellation of 600 low-earth orbit (LEO) satellites to create a unified global communications network. The OuterNET combines inter-satellite laser links with advanced onboard processing and routing, forming a ubiquitous optical mesh network in space. This “orbital network” keeps data in space from origin to destination, offering an ultra-secure, private satellite network with pole-to-pole coverage.

Satellite and Terrestrial Convergence

The OuterNET provides end-to-end latencies significantly lower than terrestrial fiber over long distances. By routing traffic on a physically separated network, it adds a layer of defense for enterprises and government organizations that need to securely share data. This convergence of satellite and terrestrial technologies opens up new possibilities for global connectivity.

$10 Billion in Global Business

Rivada’s OuterNET has applications across various sectors. It offers secure networks for banks and global businesses to connect distributed offices, provides increased bandwidth for remote oil & gas operations, enables seamless connectivity for shipping and fleet management, and supports 5G satellite backhaul connectivity for cellular operators. These capabilities allow connectivity providers worldwide to gain a competitive edge by expanding into new markets, leveraging secure, multi-gigabit bi-directional performance with global reach.

Strategic U.S. Team Expansion

Rivada Space Networks has bolstered its U.S. team with strategic hires, bringing in industry veterans to drive its ambitious OuterNET project forward. These key additions bring decades of experience in mission operations, sales, and market understanding to the company.

Expertise in Mission Operations

John Guiney joins as Chief Operations Officer, bringing over 40 years of experience in mission-operations leadership. His impressive track record includes direct involvement in mission readiness for more than 50 satellite launches. Guiney’s previous role at OneWeb, a LEO satellite operator, saw him play a crucial part in satellite operations center design and the integration of network operations. His extensive background also includes work on mission readiness and operations for Orbital ATK, Iridium, Lockheed, GE, and the U.S. Air Force.

Market Understanding

Michael Abad-Santos steps in as Head of Sales for the U.S. and Deputy Chief Commercial Officer. With over 25 years in the space and telecommunications industry, Abad-Santos brings a wealth of knowledge to Rivada. His experience spans key roles at Inmarsat, Trustcomm, LeoSat, and BridgeComm, where he developed a deep understanding of market trends, customer needs, and technology opportunities driving connectivity’s future. Abad-Santos also serves as an independent Board Member of GoGo Business Aviation, further enhancing his industry-specific expertise.

Sales Leadership

Jeff Chandler joins Rivada as Sales Director for the U.S. with over 20 years experience in IT infrastructure and communications. He previously held positions at Inmarsat, Cobham Satcom and Marlink. Jeff specializes in connectivity for the maritime, enterprise and oil & gas markets.

Rivada Space Networks’ expansion of its strategic U.S. leadership team marks a significant step in its mission to revolutionize global connectivity. The addition of industry veterans John Guiney and Michael Abad-Santos brings valuable expertise to drive the OuterNET project forward. Their combined experience in mission operations, sales, and market understanding strengthens Rivada’s position in the competitive satellite network landscape.

The OuterNET project, with its constellation of 600 LEO satellites, is set to have a major impact on various sectors, from banking to oil & gas operations. By offering a secure, high-performance network with global reach, Rivada is opening up new possibilities for businesses worldwide. As the demand for reliable and secure connectivity continues to grow, Rivada Space Networks is well-positioned to play a key role in shaping the future of global communications.