Airbus Defence and Space, the world’s second largest space company, is preparing for the launch of MEASAT-3b, scheduled for September 11 (CEST) on board an Ariane 5 launcher, the programme which Airbus Defence and Space has been prime contractor for since 2003. “MEASAT-3b is the largest satellite ever to have been ordered by Asian operator MEASAT,” said François Auque, Head of Space Systems. “The satellite and its co-passenger will be launched by … [Read more...] about MEASAT-3b preparing for launch