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Modernizing Satellite Communications at the Speed of War - Modernizing Satellite Communications at the Speed of War

SCAR: Modernizing Satellite Communications at the Speed of War

As the world continues its march into an era of great power conflict, modern warfare is increasingly defined by rapid technological advancements, contested logistics, and the need for resilient communications. Today, reliable connectivity not only enables operations—but rather is the backbone of warfighting, spanning multiple technologies and frequencies to ensure coordination, adaptability, and success, even deep behind enemy lines.