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Space Norway signs Intelsat as lead broadcaster on THOR 8 satellite

Written by  Tuesday, 18 March 2025 10:01
Berlin, Germany (SPX) Mar 18, 2025
THOR 8, the next-generation satellite from Space Norway, has secured Intelsat as its principal customer for broadcasting services. Scheduled for a 2027 launch, THOR 8 will deliver dual broadcasting payloads designed specifically for the Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) region and Nordic markets. Additionally, the satellite will support a wide range of government and commercial data communication
Space Norway signs Intelsat as lead broadcaster on THOR 8 satellite
by Robert Schreiber
Berlin, Germany (SPX) Mar 18, 2025

THOR 8, the next-generation satellite from Space Norway, has secured Intelsat as its principal customer for broadcasting services. Scheduled for a 2027 launch, THOR 8 will deliver dual broadcasting payloads designed specifically for the Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) region and Nordic markets. Additionally, the satellite will support a wide range of government and commercial data communications through its adaptable service platform.

"Intelsat's commitment to THOR 8 marks a significant milestone in our strategic, long-standing partnership with Intelsat at 1 degree West. We are very pleased to host Intelsat's CEE broadcasting payload on our THOR 8 satellite" said Morten Tengs, CEO of Space Norway.

Pascale Fromont, Intelsat Vice President and General Manager for Media, commented: "Intelsat's new broadcast payload on THOR 8 will provide long-term continuity for media customers who use Intelsat's flagship 1W location for DTH, delivery to cable and IPTV head-ends in CEE."

Highlighting market demand, Ole Ledang, Director of Broadcasting at Space Norway, noted: "This contract with Intelsat underscores our confidence in the continued demand for satellite television distribution services in the Nordics and CEE. We are dedicated to deliver future-proof DTH services to meet the evolving needs of our customers for years to come."

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