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's decision regarding the ViaSat-3 satellite has no direct impact on existing contracts held by Viasat.
Viasat and Eutelsat closed a broadband joint venture in March 2017, which gave Viasat joint ownership of the KA-SAT satellite.
Wholesale Services will provide wholesale broadband and mobility services in the European and Mediterranean regions to the retail services business and existing Eutelsat distributors.
Eutelsat Communications was established in 1977.
ViaSat acquired a 49% interest in Eutelsat’s contributed European broadband business for a consideration of €132.5 million.
Eutelsat Communications and ViaSat Inc. closed a partnering arrangement on 2017-03-06 to combine Eutelsat’s European broadband business with ViaSat’s broadband technology and ISP expertise.
Eutelsat contributed its current European broadband business including the KA-SAT satellite to the newly formed wholesale entity owned 51% by Eutelsat.
The retail business is owned 51% by ViaSat and 49% by Eutelsat.