Bermuda – Boeing has delivered ABS-2A, an all-electric propulsion 702 satellite, to ABS which entered into commercial service on January 21st. This is the second of the pair of all-electric satellite Boeing has delivered to ABS. ABS-2A was launched in June 2016 aboard SpaceX Falcon 9 and will provide enhanced satellite communications services, including direct-to-home television services. Equipped with 48 Ku-band transponders, the satellite will serve ABS’ customers in Africa, the Middle East … [Read more...] about Boeing delivers ABS-2A into full operation
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Measat-2 back in the orbit
Kuala Lumpur – Measat Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd. (Measat) has successfully brought Measat-2 back into operational service at 148°E. Measat-2 provides inclined capacity across the South East Asia and Oceanic regions, and the 148°E orbital slot is a key location for wide coverage. The spacecraft, which was launched in 1996, is manufactured by Boeing Satellite Systems. It is a hybrid satellite with C-band and Ku-band transponders. … [Read more...] about Measat-2 back in the orbit
