LTN and Harmonic Expand Partnership to Support FAST Growth and C-Band Migration
Expanded partnership to power satellite-to-IP migration at scale
Columbia, Maryland(19 Mar 2026)
LTN has expanded its technology partnership with Harmonic to support the anticipated volume of broadcast and cable networks preparing to navigate the realities associated with C-band spectrum scarcity as a result of the upcoming FCC auction.
The integrated solution combines Harmonic’s VOS®360 Media SaaS and XOS Advanced Media Processor with LTN’s fully managed, purpose-built global IP network. Together, the companies deliver unified workflows for large scale C-band migration and IP channel delivery to MVPDs, vMVPDs and local broadcast stations.
“The industry has moved beyond debating whether the shift from satellite to IP will happen. It is happening already. Expanding our partnership with Harmonic allows us to deliver a proven, scalable distribution infrastructure model that gives our customers confidence without compromise,” said Malik Khan, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman, LTN. “Together, we’re enabling customers to execute C-band migration with the reliability and operational visibility required for mission critical services, while accelerating multiple types of monetization and customization.”
As C-band capacity declines, the expanded partnership provides channel originators with a structured path to transition from legacy satellite to IP while maintaining reliability and operational continuity. The combined infrastructure supports parallel migration strategies, advanced video processing, targeted ad insertion and high-volume channel deployment within a monitored, managed environment.
“Programmers are under increasing pressure to scale digital distribution while navigating the realities of C-band spectrum changes. By deepening our partnership with LTN, we’re combining Harmonic’s advanced video processing and monetization technologies with a proven, fully managed IP network to deliver a seamless path forward,” said Gil Rudge, Senior Vice President, Solutions and Americas sales, Video Business at Harmonic. “Together, we are ensuring that broadcasters can seamlessly migrate away from legacy satellite infrastructure while maintaining flexibility, high performance and broadcast-grade service reliability for primary distribution.”
The integration of LTN Playout with Harmonic VOS360 Media targeting FAST channels HLS distribution and monetization was first demonstrated at NAB Show 2025, highlighting the companies’ shared focus on delivering operationally proven IP workflows for live linear channels. Updated workflows targeting IP-based transport stream distribution and content customization at the edge will be demonstrated at this year’s show.
Trusted by major broadcasters, cable channel programmers, MVPDs and sports organizations including TelevisaUnivision, MSG, World Surf League and Major League Volleyball, LTN distributes more than 80 million hours of live content annually across its managed IP network.
LTN and Harmonic will demonstrate the integrated solution at the 2026 NAB Show, April 19-22 in booths W2100 and W2831.