London / Paris– Manoto TV is gearing up for launch on the EUTELSAT 7B satellite. The channel has signed a capacity agreement with Eutelsat Communications (NYSE Euronext Paris: ETL) for exclusive broadcasting in HD from EUTELSAT 7B, leveraging the satellite’s high-power footprint to expand its audience in Iran and the Middle East. Broadcasting documentaries, films, series, original entertainment and news, the London-based free-to-air channel owned by Marjan Television Network has built a … [Read more...] about Manoto TV on EUTELSAT 7B
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Eutelsat provides to Europe
Paris– The EUTELSAT 9B satellite of Eutelsat Communications has been fully powered up and is now providing TV services to homes across Europe. The satellite has replaced EUTELSAT 9A to broadcast a diverse line-up of over 350 channels, of which 100 in High Definition, to cable, DTH and DTT homes. It serves a portfolio of clients that include M7 for the KabelKiosk platform as well as OTE’s DTH platform, AFN, Arqiva, Globecast and Media Broadcast. EUTELSAT 9B is a high-capacity Ku-band … [Read more...] about Eutelsat provides to Europe
Eutelsat 9B launched
Paris, Baikonur– The EUTELSAT 9B satellite of Eutelsat Communications was successfully launched into geosynchronous transfer orbit by ILS using a Proton rocket that lift off from the Baikonur Cosmodrome at 04.20 (22.20 GMT, 23.20 CET on January 29). Separation of Eutelsat's new satellite occurred after a 9 hour 12 minute Proton flight. Partial deployment of the satellite's solar panels, that represents the first critical post-launch operation, took place two hours later. Following further … [Read more...] about Eutelsat 9B launched
Eutelsat 9B satellite to take off
Paris- Eutelsat Communications (NYSE Euronext Paris: ETL) announced that the EUTELSAT 9B satellite is on track for launch by an ILS Proton rocket on 28 January. Lift-off of the five-ton satellite built by Airbus Defence and Space is scheduled at 04:19 am Baikonour time (January 27 - 22.19 GMT, 23.19 CET). The first of three Eutelsat satellites to launch in 2016, EUTELSAT 9B will be followed into space by EUTELSAT 65 West A and EUTELSAT 117 West B. EUTELSAT 9B is a high-capacity Ku-band satellite … [Read more...] about Eutelsat 9B satellite to take off
Argiva and Eutelsat deals
London, Paris- Arqiva inked a multi-year commitment deal with Eutelsat Communications for a 15th transponder at the 28° East video neighbourhood to serve the UK DTH (Direct-to-Home) broadcasting market. David Crawford, Managing Director for Satellite and Media at Arqiva, said: “We listened to our customers who were looking to deliver HD broadcasts to both Sky and Freesat platforms by using the latest technology combined with the highest levels of quality and service. In working with … [Read more...] about Argiva and Eutelsat deals
Eutelsat partners Camusat
Cape Town, Paris– Eutelsat Communications and Camusat announced a partnership agreement that will enhance turnkey connectivity solutions for mobile operators in sub-Saharan Africa. The agreement will drive the growth of mobile communications into remote rural areas where it is still under-developed. Drawing on their expertise of connectivity markets in Africa, the two will provide mobile operators with turnkey solutions. Eutelsat will deliver satellite coverage of all African territories … [Read more...] about Eutelsat partners Camusat
