Telesat Announces Key Executive Leadership Changes

Leadership Changes - Michel Forest will succeed David Wendling as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at Telesat, overseeing satellite operations, satellite and systems engineering, launch activities, and program management [5][7] - Asit Tandon joins Telesat as Chief Network and Information Officer, responsible for the terrestrial elements of the Telesat Lightspeed network, including Network Operations systems, facilities, and corporate IT systems [2][7] Telesat Lightspeed Program - Telesat Lightspeed is a state-of-the-art Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network designed to meet the connectivity demands of telecom, government, maritime, and aeronautical customers [3] - The network aims to provide ubiquitous, affordable, high-capacity, secure, and resilient links with fibre-like speeds, redefining global satellite connectivity [3] Executive Expertise - Michel Forest brings extensive experience from his role as Vice President of LEO System Engineering at Telesat, where he led the architecture and system performance of the Telesat Lightspeed constellation [1] - Asit Tandon has a distinguished career in planning, deploying, and operating telecom networks, with leadership roles at Rogers Communications, Hutchison-3 Indonesia, Bharti Airtel, and Siemens Ltd [2] Company Overview - Telesat is one of the largest and most innovative global satellite operators, with a 55-year track record of revolutionizing satellite connectivity [4] - The company collaborates with customers to deliver critical connectivity solutions that address complex communications challenges, driving profitable growth [4]