SES has announced the launch of its fourth and fifth C-band satellites for the United States.
ZDF extends contract for HD distribution on Astra
German public broadcaster ZDF has extended its distribution contract with Astra satellite operator SES for transponder capacity on Astra (19.2° East) on a long-term basis.
SES video revenues and profit dip
The satellite operator SES had video revenues of €1,020 million in 2022, down 5.5% on the previous year.
ProSiebenSat.1 channels remain in SD on Astra
German media company ProSiebenSat.1 will continue broadcasting its free-TV channels in SD resolution and unencrypted via Astra (19.2° East).
High View launches 4 Deluxe Music channels on Astra
German media company High View will launch four new free-TV music channels under its Deluxe Music brand on Astra (19.2° East) on February 1, 2023.
SES to receive €300m satellite financing from EIB
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has agreed to the financing of three new SES satellites serving Western Europe, Africa and the Middle East.
Solid SES keeps revenues tight
SES has described its contribution to the Q3 results season as a “solid ongoing execution across the business”.
SES launches sports and events platform
SES has launched its first dedicated satellite distribution platform for sports and events content.
SES and Intelsat in merger talks
Luxembourg-based SES and the US’s Intelsat are reportedly in active talks about a possible merger.
Steady start to 2022 for SES
SES had video revenues of €251 million in the first quarter, or 6.4% less than in the same period last year.