Eutelsat is a leading satellite operator and the world's first integrated GEO-LEO satellite operator, formed in 2023 through the combination of Eutelsat and OneWeb. With a fleet of 34 geostationary satellites and a LEO constellation of over 600 satellites, the company provides global services for video broadcasting, broadband, data connectivity, and government communications. Eutelsat also delivers services for maritime and in-flight mobility, offering solutions like the Eutelsat Advance platform for high-end connectivity and digital platforms for broadcasters. Associated keywords include satellite communications, GEO-LEO infrastructure, and broadcast services.
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Eutelsat currently owns and operates the OneWeb constellation.
MDA Space’s new antenna order supports the OneWeb constellation extension contracts awarded by Eutelsat to Airbus.
Eutelsat awarded Airbus constellation extension contracts in December 2024 and December 2025 for 100 and 340 satellites, respectively.
Orange is pursuing a multi-partner strategy with AST SpaceMobile and Eutelsat to trial direct-to-device services.
Orange is pursuing a multi-partner strategy with AST SpaceMobile and Eutelsat to trial direct-to-device services.
Amazon LEO, Golden Dome, Eutelsat OneWeb, and IRIS2 are driving increased launch demand.
Eutelsat’s OneWeb constellation is the only Europe-owned low-Earth-orbit alternative to Starlink.
Eutelsat/OneWeb is backed by UK, French, and Indian sovereign interests.
Eutelsat and OneWeb merged in 2023.
Eutelsat and OneWeb merged in 2023.
Eutelsat provides resiliency for railway operational technology systems including signalling, train control, onboard sensors, SCADA systems, and safety-critical and non-critical communications.
Eutelsat serves multiple rail deployments in Africa, Central Asia, and the Middle East, as well as projects in Europe and North America.
Eutelsat’s OneWeb service complements and integrates with existing 4G/5G/LTE and other wired infrastructure.
Eutelsat is involved in several projects supporting the rail industry transition from GSM-R to Future Railway Mobile Communication System standards.
Eutelsat offers a land connectivity portfolio for field operations, trackside infrastructure, and back-up communications.
Eutelsat’s OneWeb low Earth orbit service is available to rail operators worldwide through distribution partners, specialized rail integrators, and direct relationships with train operators.
Eutelsat’s OneWeb service provides low-latency, high-speed broadband across rail routes including rural and cross-border stretches where cellular coverage is limited.
Eutelsat has expanded its rail capabilities and terminal ecosystem to accelerate adoption of its service across the rail sector.
The SpaceRISE consortium, consisting of SES, Eutelsat, and Hispasat, will build and operate 290 satellites for IRIS² across multiple orbits.
Eutelsat Group vice president of global government Steve Mills says commercial satellites serve defense and critical national infrastructure.