The move from hardware to software in satellite ground infrastructure is more than just digital transformation for greater efficiency – it opens the door to a future of new revenue and growth opportunities, cost savings, and a level of competitiveness not seen before in the industry.
ATLAS Space Operations is a leader in leveraging network virtualization and modernization to capture these opportunities. This webinar reveals how ATLAS and Kratos worked together to modernize ATLAS’ ground sites. Attendees will learn how to cost effectively:
✔ Establish a competitive advantage in the market
✔ Deliver the highest quality of service
✔ Provide new services at scale
Speakers:
• Brad Bode, CTO, ATLAS Space Operations, Inc.
• Matt Langenbahn, SVP, Kratos Space
Moderator:
• Richard Hooper, Publishing Director, Satellite Evolution Group
The Port Administration of American Samoa will host advanced satellite tracking antennas for ATLAS Space Operations, enhancing satellite ground-station services in the South Pacific. This partnership supports NOAA and military clients, improves real-time data coverage, and contributes to local infrastructure funding. Construction began on March 2, 2026.
The space industry faces a critical issue where ground software engineering contracts are often awarded to companies lacking the necessary expertise in ground systems. This misallocation results in poorly designed systems and high maintenance costs. To resolve this, ground systems must be recognized as essential infrastructure, demanding dedicated expertise and a clean architectural approach.
Finnish NewSpace company NorthBase and ATLAS Space Operations have partnered to enhance satellite ground station services in Finnish Lapland. The new NorthBase Muonio site joins the ATLAS Freedom network, improving global antenna access and providing significant coverage capabilities, especially with the 3.9 meter S/X band antenna in a secure location.
ATLAS Space Operations, a leading GSaaS provider for satellite communications, is to be acquired by York Space Systems, marking a significant milestone for its founders and investors. The acquisition, pending FCC approval, aims to enhance growth, job creation, and innovation within the Traverse City community while maintaining ATLAS’s operations and brand.
