Media technology provider LTN announced on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, that it has completed more than 3,000 satellite-to-IP workflow migrations across broadcaster, multi-channel video programming distributor (MVPD), head-end, and content owner facilities.
The benchmark coincided with a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) vote establishing rules for the upcoming auction of Upper C-Band spectrum, accelerating the industry’s shift away from legacy satellite distribution.
Performance Benchmarks and Operational Specifications
The managed IP infrastructure delivers alternative transport options for full-time linear feeds and high-bandwidth occasional-use sports and news programming:
- Service Reliability SLA: Built on a fully managed IP network architecture providing 99.9999% availability.
- Network Latency: Maintains global point-to-point latency under 200 milliseconds for live broadcast synchronization.
- Cost Efficiency: Reduces distribution operating expenses by 40% to 60% compared to traditional C-band space segment leases.
- Edge Coverage: Reaches over 330 local stations—including rural markets and remote endpoints in Alaska, Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands—for public broadcasting and regional media networks.
Executive Perspective on Transition Flexibility
“Every broadcaster’s needs are different, and no two migration journeys are the same,” stated Malik Khan, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of LTN. “Our role is to understand each customer’s priorities and help them build the right path to IP. Thousands of successful migrations have given us the practical experience that helps reduce risk, simplify deployment and support customers at every stage.”
Operational Outlook Amid Spectrum Contraction
As the FCC proceeds with reallocating Upper C-Band frequencies for terrestrial mobile networks, content networks are transitioning to hybrid or pure IP models to mitigate rising satellite capacity constraints. Broadcasters including MASN, MSG Networks, PBS, Scripps, TelevisaUnivision, and the Tennis Channel have integrated LTN’s managed IP framework to maintain primary distribution continuity across both linear television and digital platforms, reflecting broader industry adaptation detailed in SatNews’ ongoing analysis of the C-Band spectrum squeeze.
