Belgacom switches to Intelsat network for sat-internet connection

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Intelsat has signed a new multi-transponder agreement with Belgacom, the Belgian telecom operator that recently moved onto Intelsat's global satellite network, to provide high-speed Internet access to ISPs in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia.

Belgacom's C- and Ku-band service, using six 72-MHz units of Intelsat capacity, is already operational and is designed to provide a high-quality and reliable way for ISPs operating in terrestrially underserved areas of these regions to access the Internet. Belgacom is utilising a 32 metre C-band antenna from Lessive teleport in combination with Intelsat space segment to expand its reach and strengthen penetration of the Eastern European and Middle Eastern Markets.