Luxembourg – SES has announced that global satellite communications provider Pactel has signed a multi-year, multi-transponder deal on NSS-9 at 183 degrees East to ramp up its voice and data service offerings within the Pacific region.

The additional capacity will enable Pactel to offer enhanced satellite communications services to remote locations in the Pacific region, allowing access to fast and reliable internet connectivity and competitively priced voice calls for businesses in the region.

“In the Pacific region, where satellite is the ideal infrastructure, we see how vital connectivity is for businesses. With Pactel as our trusted partner in the region, we are proud to be able to continue supporting their objectives in offering connectivity solutions across the islands,” said Deepak Mathur, Senior Vice President Commercial, Asia-Pacific and the Middle East at SES.