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Gogo Tests New 5G Airborne Connectivity

Gogo has commenced flight testing of its next-generation 5G air-to-ground connectivity network aimed at North American customers. Utilizing a Pilatus PC-24 jet, the testing campaign will occur over several weeks, focusing on optimizing the new broadband network. Engineers expect to conduct between 40 to 50 hours of flight time to validate the capabilities of Gogo’s…more

Gogo Wins Fed Contract for Airborne Comms

Gogo has secured a five-year federal contract through its division, SD Government, for providing airborne satellite communications to a U.S. government agency. Valued at $3 million, this contract follows earlier research initiatives by SDG prior to its merger with Gogo. This sole-source agreement will streamline the agency’s aerial communications by consolidating multiple contracts into a…more

Now Available: BdB’s 2025 Jeffco Manufacturers Ranking

The 2025 list of manufacturers based in Jefferson County has been released, showcasing a total of 102 companies ranked by their number of employees. The top three employers are Trimble, Ball Corp., and CoorsTek, with employee counts of 4,727, 4,616, and 2,437, respectively. The industry breakdown among the top 49 companies indicates a strong presence…more

Lunar Outpost to Launch Robotic Swarm Mission

Golden-based Lunar Outpost has announced a mission, MARS-1, to evaluate the capabilities of its Mobile Autonomous Robotic Swarms. This initiative is developed for the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory and U.S. Space Force SpaceWERX and focuses on demonstrating decentralized robotic operations in low Earth orbit. The mission is considered critical for establishing infrastructure in space.…more

The Regis Company Announces New VP, Record Growth

The Regis Company has announced the appointment of Charlie Chung as Vice President of Sales. This strategic hire comes amidst significant company growth, which includes 100% revenue growth, an expansion of enterprise clients, and enhanced platform capabilities. Founded in 2003, The Regis Company has seen unprecedented success in 2025, driven by increasing demand for advanced…more

Gogo Receives FAA Approval for New Connectivity System

Gogo Inc. has been issued its first Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the Gogo Galileo FDX terminal, approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The certification, processed by ALOFT AeroArchitects, pertains to Boeing Business Jet BBJ737-series aircraft, specifically the Boeing 737NG-based models. Future amendments will extend this approval to include Boeing 737 MAX BBJ variants.…more

Trimble Scales Up Support for Global Engineering Initiatives

Trimble Inc. has enhanced its partnership with Engineers Without Borders (EWB) International by providing a significant financial contribution, hardware, software and training for international projects. This initiative broadens Trimble’s longstanding support for EWB’s mission in the U.S., which includes technology donations and grants for disaster relief and education initiatives. The first project of this expanded…more

4Rivers Equipment Becomes Trimble Technology Outlet

4Rivers Equipment, located in Greeley, has been designated as the newest Trimble Technology Outlet, according to Trimble Inc. The dealership will now provide Trimble’s technology, including grade control and site positioning systems, to customers utilizing John Deere construction equipment across Colorado, New Mexico and parts of Texas. Trimble’s Works Subscription bundles will offer contractors flexible…more

Gogo Achieves Certification for New Connectivity System

Gogo Inc.’s Plane Simple Ka-band tail mount antenna system has received certification for Dassault Falcon 7X and 8X aircraft from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA). This certification marks an advancement in in-flight connectivity for these aircraft models. The certification process was done in collaboration with Dassault Falcon Jet in France and has already…more

Gogo Advances 5G Ground Connectivity Testing

Gogo Inc. is in the final phases of testing its next-generation 5G air-to-ground technology. Initial results indicate that the technology meets and exceeds expected performance levels, bringing Broomfield-based Gogo closer to providing new broadband speeds for customers across North America. The new service aims to provide reliable and cost-effective connectivity similar to that of home…more

Gogo Unveils Connectivity Upgrade for Bombardier Jets

Gogo Inc. has reported that Switzerland-based QCM Design has received European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) approval for a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) supporting the retrofit installation of its Galileo HDX antenna on Bombardier Global 5000 and 6000 series aircraft. This STC was developed in collaboration with ACC Columbia Jet Service and covers various models,…more

Gogo Gains Approval for Falcon 2000 Connectivity Upgrade

Gogo Inc.’s connectivity terminal has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approval for the Dassault Falcon 2000 aircraft family. This marks the first time such a connectivity solution has been certified for this line of business jets. Dassault Falcon Jet collaborated with Broomfield-based Gogo to secure this certification, which is now available for installation through its…more