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Eutelsat 172B reaches geostationary orbit

12.10.2017

This new high-capacity satellite will deliver increased capacity for fast-growing applications which include in-flight and maritime connectivity, cellular backhaul, corporate networks, video and government services in Asia-Pacific. Located at the key 172° neighbourhood it will provide exceptional land and sea reach over Asia-Pacific, from Alaska to Australia.

The EUTELSAT 172B satellite is a triple mission satellite with three distinct payloads:

- a trans-Pacific C-band payload delivering increased power and broader coverage to enhance the service provided today to customers via EUTELSAT 172A as well as reach new growth markets in South East Asia;

- a regular Ku-band payload which will double capacity at 172° East and connect five improved service areas: North Pacific, North East Asia, South East Pacific, South West Pacific and South Pacific.