Telesat Government Solutions Secures U.S. Missile Defense Agency SHIELD Contract
DEFENSE
Telesat Government Solutions has been awarded a spot on the U.S. Missile Defense Agency's $1.51 billion SHIELD contract, enhancing its position in defense communications. This 10-year contract enables the MDA to expedite procurement processes and positions Telesat's Lightspeed LEO satellite constellation as a key supplier for military communications in challenging environments.

Feb 14, 2026, 11:18 AM