Intelsat S.A. announced the appointment of Samer Halawi as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). Assuming the role effective January 9, 2018, he will lead an organization spanning the company’s global commercial operations, including the broadband, mobility, media, and government businesses, as well as the sales and marketing teams. The company created the new role to accelerate the commercialization of its Intelsat EpicNG high throughput fleet and build additional focus on the introduction of new managed services, unlocking new applications to drive company growth. He will also be responsible for leading the company’s engagement with key business partners such as OneWeb and Kymeta as well as with leading distributors and VARs across sectors. He joins company with more than 20 years’ experience in business development, telecommunications and global satellite communications. Most recently serving as CCO of LEO start-up OneWeb, he also served for six years as the Chief Executive Officer for Thuraya Telecommunications Company, a leader in mobile satellite services. Other career experience includes positions at Inmarsat, Flag Telecom and ICO Global Communications.