Satcom Direct has purchased Airbus DS SatCom Government and renamed the company Satcom Direct Government, but will operate the unit under the name Comsat, in recognition of the company’s heritage as part of Comsat Mobile. The acquisition includes two satellite earth stations, on the U.S. east and west coasts. “This acquisition is a big step forward in expanding our presence in the U.S. government market and we look forward to the benefit it brings for existing and new customers,” said Satcom Direct president David Greenhill. “These new assets, combined with [Satcom Direct] capabilities, enable us to offer fixed and mobile satellite services in Ku, Ka, L, C and X bands in multiple markets, including and beyond aviation.”