SpaceX Arguments Against Inmarsat Deal Baseless, Viasat Says

SpaceX's arguments in its petition to deny Viasat's purchase of Inmarsat (see 2206130026) are baseless and previously refuted, Viasat emailed us Monday. "There is nothing new here," it said. "We continue to believe that the transaction will serve the public interest and remain confident that the FCC will reach that same conclusion after reviewing the complete record." Viasat said it expects the deal to close in the second half of the year, subject to Viasat shareholder approval on June 21 and regulatory clearances.