Space-based Communications Innovator, Solstar Space, Earns Mobile Satellite Users Association Top Mobile Marketing Campaign Award

Space-based Communications Innovator, Solstar Space, Earns Mobile Satellite Users Association Top Mobile Marketing Campaign Award

Space-based Communications Innovator, Solstar Space, Earns Mobile Satellite Users Association Top Mobile Marketing Campaign Award
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Solstar Space recognized at annual Mobile Satellite Users Association Satellite Mobile Innovation Awards for its tremendously successful 2021 crowdfunding campaign.

September 13, 2021 – NATIONAL HARBOR, MARYLAND | USA Solstar Space (Solstar), the company making persistent space-based communications accessible, today earned the Mobile Satellite Users Association’s (MSUA) 2021 Top Mobile Marketing Campaign Award. The company received the award in acknowledgement of its crowdfunding campaign that resulted in $1.1 million in an oversubscribed seed funding round to continue development of its space-based persistent communications solutions. The Top Mobile Marketing Campaign award was received by Solstar CEO and Founder, Brian Barnett, at the MSUA’s annual Satellite Mobile Innovation Awards ceremony held during the SATELLITE 2021 conference.

“We are proud to be recognized once again by the MSUA with the Top Mobile Marketing Campaign award after earning the Chairman’s Award for Outstanding Innovation in 2020. The consecutive awards demonstrate the importance of the work we are doing to keep humans, payloads, IoT sensors, and spacecraft connected in space and to ground operations,” says M. Brian Barnett, Founder and CEO of Solstar Space.

“We are also excited to be a leader in the next generation of space companies partially funded by everyday investors that want to play a role in future space discovery and exploration. In addition, we recently opened a new crowdfunding testing the waters campaign on WeFunder. Investors interested in supporting our initiative can obtain more information on the Solstar Space WeFunder site, explains Barnett.

Media Inquiries |
Lisa Dreher | lisa@solstarspace.com | +1 425-442-1301

Investor Inquiries |
Brian Barnett | barnett@solstarspace.com | +1 505-389-2299

Business Inquiries |
Paul Frey | pfrey@solstarspace.com | +1 505-389-2299


ABOUT SOLSTAR SPACE

Solstar Space is the leading commercial space-based connectivity company pioneering the use of persistent communications services for all types of on-orbit assets including satellites, space stations, launch vehicles, and more. We provide an internet connection between spacecraft and Earth-based payload managers, satellite operators, and enable communications for crewed missions in sub-orbit, LEO, and cis-lunar and lunar surface operations.

Our fast, reliable services, space-tested routers, WiFi access points and hotspots, and space-based satellite data relays are being developed to deliver on-orbit connectivity and are supported by 24/7 customer care. These devices are installed on satellites and spacecraft prior to launch to keep crew, spacecraft, and Earth-based satellite operations teams connected. Visit https://www.solstarspace.com.

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Space-based Communications Innovator, Solstar Space, Earns Mobile Satellite Users Association Top Mobile Marketing Campaign Award

Solstar as an Official Nominee in the MSUA Satellite Mobile Innovation Awards

Solstar as an Official Nominee in the MSUA Satellite Mobile Innovation Awards
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We are excited and proud to be announced as a nominee in the @MSUAorg Satellite Mobile Innovation Awards 2021!

Media Inquiries |
Lisa Dreher | lisa@solstarspace.com | +1 425-442-1301

Investor Inquiries |
Brian Barnett | barnett@solstarspace.com | +1 505-389-2299

Business Inquiries |
Paul Frey | pfrey@solstarspace.com | +1 505-389-2299


ABOUT SOLSTAR SPACE

Solstar Space is the leading commercial space-based connectivity company pioneering the use of persistent communications services for all types of on-orbit assets including satellites, space stations, launch vehicles, and more. We provide an internet connection between spacecraft and Earth-based payload managers, satellite operators, and enable communications for crewed missions in sub-orbit, LEO, and cis-lunar and lunar surface operations.

Our fast, reliable services, space-tested routers, WiFi access points and hotspots, and space-based satellite data relays are being developed to deliver on-orbit connectivity and are supported by 24/7 customer care. These devices are installed on satellites and spacecraft prior to launch to keep crew, spacecraft, and Earth-based satellite operations teams connected. Visit https://www.solstarspace.com.

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M. Brian Barnett, Solstar Space CEO, Recognized in Industry Era’s 10 Best CEOs of 2021

M. Brian Barnett, Solstar Space CEO, Recognized in Industry Era’s 10 Best CEOs of 2021

M. Brian Barnett, Solstar Space CEO, Recognized in Industry Era’s 10 Best CEOs of 2021
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Space-based communications innovation leader recognized as visionary progressing rapidly changing new space industry into the future.

 July 6, 2021 – SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO, U.SSolstar Space, the company making continuous space-based communications accessible, announced today that its Founder and CEO M. Brian Barnett was recognized in Industry Era’s 10 Best CEOs of 2021 list. The list highlights CEOs for their visionary leadership, innovations, and ability to navigate quickly changing business environments.

“Solstar Space provides in-flight internet to spacecraft and astronauts, just like the internet you would use on a commercial airliner flight. Communications in space have traditionally been difficult and had many limitations. We make communication in space as easy as it is on Earth. We provide that seamless, continuous communications experience we have all come to take for granted here on the ground to the people and spacecraft operating in suborbital and orbital environments,” says M. Brian Barnett, Founder and CEO of Solstar Space. “I’m humbled to be recognized aside so many other phenomenal and inspiring professionals. When we flew our Schmitt Space Communicator SC-1x prototype payload on Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket, where we demonstrated our Wi-Fi hot spot service inside the crew capsule, it was a highlight. It is great to have this opportunity to share our mission with a broader audience,” shares Barnett. 

 

The annual special edition, 10 Best CEOs of the Year, is recognized for featuring visionaries and thought-leaders across a broad range of technology fields. Industry Era focuses on technology, management, world-changing ideas, creativity, and the perspectives of established leaders. 

Under Barnett’s leadership, Solstar Space is making space-based communications more available, reliable, and easier to use. Barnett and the team at Solstar Space are making continuous communications throughout launch, orbit, and landing possible for small satellite operators and users, payloaders, government and military organizations, space ground control, earth observation, and space tourism companies.

Media Inquiries |
Lisa Dreher | lisa@solstarspace.com | +1 425-442-1301

Investor Inquiries |
Brian Barnett | barnett@solstarspace.com | +1 505-389-2299

Business Inquiries |
Paul Frey | pfrey@solstarspace.com | +1 505-389-2299


ABOUT SOLSTAR SPACE

Solstar Space is the leading commercial space-based connectivity company pioneering the use of persistent communications services for all types of on-orbit assets including satellites, space stations, launch vehicles, and more. We provide an internet connection between spacecraft and Earth-based payload managers, satellite operators, and enable communications for crewed missions in sub-orbit, LEO, and cis-lunar and lunar surface operations.

Our fast, reliable services, space-tested routers, WiFi access points and hotspots, and space-based satellite data relays are being developed to deliver on-orbit connectivity and are supported by 24/7 customer care. These devices are installed on satellites and spacecraft prior to launch to keep crew, spacecraft, and Earth-based satellite operations teams connected. Visit https://www.solstarspace.com.

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MSUA Member Interview | Brian Barnett, Founder & CEO, Solstar Space

MSUA Member Interview | Brian Barnett, Founder & CEO, Solstar Space

MSUA Member Interview | Brian Barnett, Founder & CEO, Solstar Space
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Brian Barnett, Founder & CEO of Solstar Space, joins MSUA’s Game Changers LIVE to share his view of the future of satellite mobile connectivity and much more in this interactive live session hosted by the MSUA – Mobile Satellite Users Association (msua.org).

Watch the full interview

 

 

Media Inquiries |
Lisa Dreher | lisa@solstarspace.com | +1 425-442-1301

Investor Inquiries |
Brian Barnett | barnett@solstarspace.com | +1 505-389-2299

Business Inquiries |
Paul Frey | pfrey@solstarspace.com | +1 505-389-2299


ABOUT SOLSTAR SPACE

Solstar Space is the leading commercial space-based connectivity company pioneering the use of persistent communications services for all types of on-orbit assets including satellites, space stations, launch vehicles, and more. We provide an internet connection between spacecraft and Earth-based payload managers, satellite operators, and enable communications for crewed missions in sub-orbit, LEO, and cis-lunar and lunar surface operations.

Our fast, reliable services, space-tested routers, WiFi access points and hotspots, and space-based satellite data relays are being developed to deliver on-orbit connectivity and are supported by 24/7 customer care. These devices are installed on satellites and spacecraft prior to launch to keep crew, spacecraft, and Earth-based satellite operations teams connected. Visit https://www.solstarspace.com.

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AF Ventures Awards Solstar Space SBIR Phase 1 Contract

AF Ventures Awards Solstar Space SBIR Phase 1 Contract

AF Ventures Awards Solstar Space SBIR Phase 1 Contract
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Integration of Solstar’s Critical Data Relay on satellites to demonstrate viability of crucial continuous communications for spacecraft in LEO orbit.

 

April 28, 2021 – SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO, USA. Solstar Space, the company making continuous space-based communications accessible, announced today that it has been awarded a U.S. Air Force, AFWERX SBIR Phase 1 contract. As a participant in the Phase 1 cohort, Solstar Space will conduct feasibility studies with the Department of Defense (DOD) to demonstrate how its onboard satellite Critical Data Relay supports continuous connectivity and provides vital global communications for spacecraft in LEO orbit.

“Space-based connectivity is critical to providing immediate notification of spacecraft anomalies and to support worldwide recovery command capabilities,” says M. Brian Barnett, Founder and CEO, Solstar Space. “Today, LEO satellite communications are typically limited to a few minutes during each scheduled pass over downlink stations. Under this Phase 1 contract, the practicability of Solstar’s short burst data (SBD) services and the Critical Data Relay will be assessed,” continues Barnett.

LEO smallsat operators, including the DOD, have limited opportunities to communicate with spacecraft to ensure optimal operation. Troubleshooting of any issues is constrained to pass over windows where downlink stations are available leading to downtime, protracted recovery processes, and risk for catastrophic loss. Continuous 24/7 connectivity through a space-based IP network will seek to increase asset utilization and efficiency while mitigating risks associated with limited communications links.

Media Inquiries |
Lisa Dreher | lisa@solstarspace.com | +1 425-442-1301

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Brian Barnett | barnett@solstarspace.com | +1 505-389-2299

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ABOUT SOLSTAR SPACE

Solstar Space is the leading commercial space-based connectivity company pioneering the use of persistent communications services for all types of on-orbit assets including satellites, space stations, launch vehicles, and more. We provide an internet connection between spacecraft and Earth-based payload managers, satellite operators, and enable communications for crewed missions in sub-orbit, LEO, and cis-lunar and lunar surface operations.

Our fast, reliable services, space-tested routers, WiFi access points and hotspots, and space-based satellite data relays are being developed to deliver on-orbit connectivity and are supported by 24/7 customer care. These devices are installed on satellites and spacecraft prior to launch to keep crew, spacecraft, and Earth-based satellite operations teams connected. Visit https://www.solstarspace.com.

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The USAF’s AFWERX Awards Solstar Space With An SBIR Phase 1 Contract

The USAF’s AFWERX Awards Solstar Space With An SBIR Phase 1 Contract

The USAF’s AFWERX Awards Solstar Space With An SBIR Phase 1 Contract
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LEO smallsat operators, including the DoD, have limited opportunities to communicate with spacecraft to ensure optimal operation. Troubleshooting of any issues is constrained to pass over windows where downlink stations are available leading to downtime, protracted recovery processes, and risk for catastrophic loss. Continuous 24/7 connectivity through a space-based IP network will seek to increase asset utilization and efficiency while mitigating risks associated with limited communications links.

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Media Inquiries |
Lisa Dreher | lisa@solstarspace.com | +1 425-442-1301

Investor Inquiries |
Brian Barnett | barnett@solstarspace.com | +1 505-389-2299

Business Inquiries |
Paul Frey | pfrey@solstarspace.com | +1 505-389-2299


ABOUT SOLSTAR SPACE

Solstar Space is the leading commercial space-based connectivity company pioneering the use of persistent communications services for all types of on-orbit assets including satellites, space stations, launch vehicles, and more. We provide an internet connection between spacecraft and Earth-based payload managers, satellite operators, and enable communications for crewed missions in sub-orbit, LEO, and cis-lunar and lunar surface operations.

Our fast, reliable services, space-tested routers, WiFi access points and hotspots, and space-based satellite data relays are being developed to deliver on-orbit connectivity and are supported by 24/7 customer care. These devices are installed on satellites and spacecraft prior to launch to keep crew, spacecraft, and Earth-based satellite operations teams connected. Visit https://www.solstarspace.com.

Follow us:  WeFunder | LinkedIn | Twitter | Facebook | YouTube | Instagram

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