Ligado has proven that it is a good partner, and it will take ample steps to mitigate potential harm. It has addressed the concerns of other parties, including offering proven plans to upgrade outdated equipment to achieve better outcomes. The company deserves the right to try, and the many industries, millions of consumers, and thousands of potential employees, deserve to enjoy this next generation technology – as well as better and more resilient GPS systems.  As the private sector has stepped up, now it’s time for the government to do its part.

Now the company is proposing to make a multi-billion dollar investment in new business-oriented mobile services. Over the next three to five years, Ligado plans to build an integrated advanced satellite and terrestrial network to support autonomous vehicles, commercial drones, and connected ports and rail systems.