XTAR Offering SATCOM Capacity for Nepal Earthquake Rescue Efforts

XTAR, LLC has offered to provide X-band satellite capacity to search and rescue efforts and organizations operating in the wake of Saturday’s earthquake in Nepal. The company, which has full satellite coverage over the region, will subsidize its capacity for relevant organizations including government agencies and affiliated NGOs.

“Satellite communications are often the first and only link to needed resources in catastrophic natural disasters,” said Philip Harlow, President and Chief Operating Officer of XTAR. “We want to get the word out that XTAR will work with anyone in need to provide the necessary satellite communications services and capabilities to assist groups affected by the devastating earthquake in Nepal.”

Organizations and groups interested in using XTAR capacity should contact the company directly at +1 (571) 281-3572.