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Ligado
Space · Reston, United States · Founded 2015
Committed to the future of connectivity - developing innovative solutions that will accelerate 5G and IoT network deployments MoreLess
Ligado is a mobile connectivity provider that offers versatile solutions to businesses, individuals, and remote locations across the United States and Canada. The company leverages both satellite and terrestrial technologies, along with powerful lower mid-band spectrum, to enhance and expand mobile coverage. Ligado's services are particularly beneficial in supplementing existing networks and providing additional coverage in areas where traditional mobile services may be lacking.
For over 20 years, Ligado has been a reliable provider of mission-critical satellite connectivity, serving government and enterprise customers across North America. The company is now expanding its services to integrate with terrestrial networks, thereby extending their reach and providing redundancy for critical Internet of Things (IoT) operations. This means that Ligado is not just a connectivity provider, but also a critical player in the IoT ecosystem, ensuring that devices and systems can communicate effectively and reliably.
Ligado is also at the forefront of 5G technology, offering 5G Mobile Private Networks. These networks combine the scale of a public network with the reliability, security, and customization of a private one, meeting the increasing demand for dedicated, always-on connectivity required by modern businesses for machine-to-machine communications.
The company's business model involves partnering with other tech companies, as evidenced by its collaborations with Viasat, Skylo, and Nokia, to deliver direct-to-device services and target US private networks. This strategic approach allows Ligado to tap into various markets and expand its customer base.
In summary, Ligado is a mobile connectivity provider that uses satellite and terrestrial technologies to deliver reliable and versatile connectivity solutions to businesses, government entities, and individuals across North America.
Keywords: Mobile Connectivity, Satellite Technology, Terrestrial Networks, IoT Operations, 5G Technology, Private Networks, Machine-to-Machine Communications, Government and Enterprise Customers, Strategic Partnerships, North American Market.
Company overview
Ligado company information
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- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 2015
- Headquarters
- Reston, United States
- Employees
- 70
- Open positions
- None listed
- Dealroom signal
- 35.7
Valuation & funding
Ligado funding history
Company financing events and reported valuations.
| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EARLY VCOther financing | May 2020 | $100M | $400M | Undisclosed | ↗ |
| LATE VCOther financing | Jul 2011 | $265M | $1.1B | Harbinger Capital Partners · Spectrum Assets | ↗ |
Growth signals
Ligado website traffic
Latest recorded traffic for Ligado is 3.1K monthly website visits, up 34.8% over the last three months. Ligado's team declined 1.4% over the past year.
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