AST Telecom LLC dba Bluesky Communications is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Tangavel Barlen Lutchmoodoo as its new Chief Executive Officer effective November 1, 2025. The announcement was made by Peter Chan, AST Telecom LLC Board Chairman, following a thorough selection process

With a career span of more than 25 years in telecommunications, majority of those in key managerial and executive positions, Tangavel offers a significant breadth of technical and commercial knowledge to his new role. His career began at Mauritius Telecom as a telecommunications engineer and continued on to managerial roles in Marketing. He then held executive positions in the South Pacific, including serving as Chief Commercial Officer and eventually Chief Executive Officer at Vodafone Vanuatu. Most recently, Tangavel served as the Chief Commercial Officer for Vodafone Samoa.

Tangavel’s extensive telecommunications background is particularly relevant to Bluesky’s mission. He has significant experience in island countries and a proven track record in commercial growth, network and digital transformation projects. This expertise will be invaluable as Bluesky continues to enhance its services and infrastructure across American Samoa.

“On behalf of the Board, I am delighted to welcome Tangavel Lutchmoodoo to the Bluesky family,” said Peter Chan, AST Telecom LLC Board Chairman. “His wealth of experience and proven leadership in the Pacific telecommunications market will be instrumental in guiding Bluesky’s growth and our commitment to serving the American Samoa community.” Chairman Chan also expressed his sincere gratitude to Justin Tuiasosopo for this leadership and service over the years as CEO of Bluesky. He also wishes to thank Aloiamoa Anesi for his guidance and support during the interim and transition period.

Commenting on his appointment, Tangavel stated, “It is an honor and privilege to take on this role. I strongly believe that the two key assets of a company are its employees and customers. I am excited and eager to work alongside the Bluesky team to further our commitment in serving the customers and community of American Samoa with reliable and innovative telecommunications solutions.”