The Eutelsat 25B satellite has arrived at the European spaceport in French Guiana and is now in final stages of preparation for launch by an Ariane 5 vehicle on August 29.
Built by Space Systems/Loral (SSL) this high-power, multi-mission satellite is jointly owned by Eutelsat and Es’hailSat from Qatar. It will be operated at the 25.5° East orbital location currently occupied by the Eutelsat 25C satellite in order to provide both operators with flexible coverage over the Middle East, North Africa and Central Asia for broadcasting, telecommunications and government services in Ku and Ka-bands.
The satellite is based on the SSL 1300 platform and is designed to provide service for 15 years or more.
The launch is scheduled for August 29, during a launch window opening at 20.30 GMT and closing at 21.20 GMT.
