The Outernet's backbone in space brings an
unparalleled level of security to government & defense
communications
Highlights:
- Outernet is a constellation of 600 ultra-secure, networked
low-earth orbit satellites
- Combining the speed of fiber with the reach of satellite
- Orbital mesh network with no terrestrial gateways ensures
security by design
WASHINGTON, March 11,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Amentum (NYSE: AMTM), a global
leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions,
is partnering with Rivada Space Networks to offer a unique,
ultra-secure low earth orbit connectivity network to support
mission-critical U.S. government communications around the
globe.
As the first unified global communications network, Rivada's
Outernet is transformative. A global low-latency point-to-point
network of 600 low earth orbit (LEO) satellites, it is a unique
next-generation constellation combining inter-satellite laser links
with advanced onboard processing and routing to create a ubiquitous
optical mesh network in space. This "orbital network," in which
data stays in space from origin to destination, creates an
ultra-secure satellite network with pole-to-pole coverage, offering
end-to-end latencies much lower than terrestrial fiber over long
distances. And by routing traffic on a physically separated
network in space, it provides a layer of defense for any
organization that needs to share data securely between widely
distributed sites.
Declan Ganley, CEO, Rivada Space
Networks, said: "We are delighted to be working with Amentum to
enhance their portfolio of services for national security,
intelligence and commercial customers. Global geopolitical dynamics
continue to highlight concerns about national security and the
state of civil and defense infrastructure particularly in the area
of cybersecurity and resilient information systems. The space
domain now plays a critical role in securing network infrastructure
and addressing rising data sovereignty and security demands."
Ganley added, "Unlike traditional LEO systems, which bridge the
last mile between the satellite and the nearest gateway, Rivada's
game-changing Outernet is a fully independent and inter-connected,
MEF compliant private space network that re-defines connectivity in
terms of security, latency, capacity, efficiency, and
coverage. It is fast becoming the system of choice for secure
data communications."
"Our goal is to ensure our customers have access to the latest
innovation in secure space architecture as part of their national
security solutions," said Dave
Marlowe, Vice President, Intelligence & Cyber at
Amentum. "Rivada is building a uniquely capable LEO constellation
focused on zero trust networking and by establishing a highly
secure global communications backbone in space, the Outernet not
only strengthens digital infrastructure on a global scale, but it
also provides an innovative platform for our US government
customers to expand their capabilities to meet new challenging
mission needs. By tapping into a truly independent global network,
we can offer a new level of resilience, security, performance and
global reach."
About Rivada Space Networks:
Rivada is building The Outernet - the first unified global
communications network. Rivada's global low-latency point-to-point
network of 600 low earth orbit (LEO) satellites is a unique
next-generation constellation combining inter-satellite laser links
with advanced onboard processing and routing to create a ubiquitous
MEF-compliant optical mesh network in space. This "orbital
network," in which data stays in space from origin to destination,
creates an ultra-secure satellite network with pole-to-pole
coverage, offering end-to-end latencies much lower than terrestrial
fiber over long distances. And by routing traffic on a
physically separated network, it provides a layer of defense for
any organization that needs to securely share data between widely
distributed sites.
Follow Rivada Space Networks on:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rivada-space/
Twitter: @rivadaspace
Media Contacts
Melanie
Dickie, Chief Marketing & Communications Officer
Rivada Space Networks GmbH
Tel: +31 6 14 22 97 62
Email: mdickie@rivadaspace.com
Brian Carney, SVP Corporate
Communications
Rivada Networks, Inc
Tel: +1 (207) 256-0386
Email: bcarney@rivada.com
About Amentum
Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and
innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address
their most significant and complex challenges in science, security
and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity,
relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge
convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by
the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral
to success. Headquartered in Chantilly,
Virginia, we have more than 53,000 employees in
approximately 80 countries across all 7 continents.
Visit us at www.amentum.com to learn how we advance the
future together.
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Lambert
Email: sean.lambert@amentum.com
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