Intelsat Wins India Approval for Direct Broadcast Services
Intelsat, operator of one of the world’s largest integrated satellite
and terrestrial networks, became one of the first foreign satellite operators
to receive approval from the Indian government to provide extensive satellite
coverage directly to India’s broadcast media companies, a significant
regulatory achievement that puts Intelsat on an accelerated path to offering
new services and further India investment.
The company has secured authorization for four geostationary (GEO)
satellites providing C-band coverage over India: IS-17, IS-20, IS-36 and IS-39
satellites. The approved satellite fleet will primarily serve India’s dynamic
broadcast media industry, enabling enhanced content delivery and distribution
capabilities across the subcontinent and from India to other regions of the
world. This regulatory milestone underscores Intelsat’s commitment to expanding
its presence in India and fostering technological advancement in the region.
“This approval represents a significant step forward in Intelsat’s
contribution to India’s space commerce sector, a source of great national
pride,” said Gaurav Kharod, Regional Vice President for Asia Pacific at
Intelsat. “Our extensive satellite network with four satellites covering the
region will provide Indian broadcasters with reliable, high-quality
connectivity solutions that meet their evolving needs. This authorization
enables us to better serve our customers and contribute to India’s growing
media landscape.”
Following the authorization from the Indian National Space Promotion and
Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe), Intelsat won new business from three of
India’s largest media companies. This new and expanded service will see
Intelsat deliver the full portfolio of media content to viewers in India.
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