Eutelsat and du renew broadcast collaboration across MENA
  • Continued partnership ensuring high-quality broadcasting across the Middle East and North Africa
  • Reinforcing du’s role as a key partner for Eutelsat in the region
  • Confirming 7/8° West as the region’s prime orbital position for premium TV distribution

    Paris, 20 November 2025 – Eutelsat (ISIN: FR0010221234 – Euronext Paris / London Stock Exchange: ETL), and du, (Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company) announced the renewal of their long-standing partnership to deliver high-quality broadcasting services across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). du, a leading telecom and digital services provider operates one of the most advanced teleports in the Middle East, delivering a wide array of communication and media services that empower broadcasters, enterprises, and government entities.

    The renewed multi-year agreement reinforces du’s position as a strategic partner of Eutelsat in the region, supporting a wide range of premium television channels that reach millions of viewers via the 7/8° West video neighbourhood, the leading orbital position for broadcasting in MENA. Reaching 95% of satellite homes across the region, with the largest exclusive reach, 7/8° West is the preferred choice for audiences thanks to its unparallelled content line-up.

    Building on a solid foundation of collaboration, the partnership combines du’s state-of-the-art teleport and broadcast infrastructure with Eutelsat’s satellite capabilities, ensuring reliable signal delivery and operational excellence for broadcasters and media customers. This renewal underscores the shared commitment of Eutelsat and du to enable high-quality media distribution, driving innovation across the regional broadcast industry. Together, the two companies continue to shape the region’s broadcast landscape with innovation, performance and reach.

    Raymond E. Rahme, RVP for MENA Sales, Eutelsat’s Video Business Unit said, “Our continued partnership with du reflects the strength of our collaboration and the strategic importance of the 7/8° West position as MENA’s premier broadcast hub. du’s world-class teleport and operational expertise perfectly complement Eutelsat’s satellite infrastructure, ensuring audiences across the region enjoy seamless access to premium content.”

    “Our partnership with Eutelsat has been instrumental in delivering high-quality broadcast services across MENA. By extending this collaboration, we reaffirm our shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and supporting our customers with world-class satellite solutions. Combining du’s teleport infrastructure with Eutelsat’s satellite coverage allows us to deliver seamless, premium broadcasting to millions of viewers”, mentioned Karim Benkirane, Chief Commercial Officer at du.

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    Eutelsat and du, (Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company) annouce the renewal of their long-standing partnership to deliver high-quality broadcasting services across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).

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    Eutelsat and Paratus expand LEO connectivity in Southern Africa

    • Strengthening the long-term collaboration between Azam Media and Eutelsat
    • Reaffirming 7°East as a prime DTH neighbourhood for audiences across Sub-Saharan Africa
    • Highlighting the critical role of satellite in enabling broad audience reach

    Paris, 12 November 2025 - Eutelsat (ISIN: FR0010221234 - Euronext Paris / London Stock Exchange: ETL) and Azam Media Ltd have expanded their long-standing partnership with a new multi-year, multi-transponder agreement at Sub-Saharan Africa’s prime 7° East video neighbourhood. This expanded partnership will enable Azam Media to extend its pay-TV Direct-to-Home presence in East Africa, bringing more regional and international channels to one of the most viewed and popular orbital positions across the region.

    7° East is a prime video hotspot for English-speaking audiences in Sub-Saharan Africa. With a wide Sub-Saharan Africa coverage and excellent power levels, the satellite neighbourhood is renowned for its extensive coverage and high-performance video distribution capabilities.

    Eutelsat and Azam Media have a long history of collaboration together, creating a strong and important DTH presence in Sub-Saharan Africa. Today, the leading TV platform delivers over 130 TV channels to audiences. By deepening its collaboration with Eutelsat, Azam Media are further leveraging satellite technology to deliver high-quality, uninterrupted viewing experience to millions of viewers — including those in underserved and remote regions.

    “The addition of two new transponders to our current capacity on EUTELSAT 7C is a testament to our commitment in providing a superior viewing experience to our customers” said Jacob Joseph, CEO of AzamTV.

    Aymeric Genty, President of Eutelsat’s Video Business Unit, added: “We are delighted to be deepening our partnership with Azam Media. Our 7° East neighbourhood continues to be the go-to choice for video distribution in Eastern Africa, and we’re excited to help Azam Media scale their platform to meet increasing viewer demand. This partnership underscores the critical role of satellite in enabling inclusive access to information and entertainment, especially in areas where terrestrial infrastructure is limited. With this expansion, Azam Media is set to offer a broader range of content to a diverse and growing audience.”

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    Eutelsat and Azam Media Ltd have expanded their long-standing partnership with a new multi-year, multi-transponder agreement at Sub-Saharan Africa’s prime 7° East video neighbourhood. This expanded partnership will enable Azam Media to extend its pay-TV Direct-to-Home presence in East Africa, bringing more regional and international channels...

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    Eutelsat and MBC GROUP extend MENA broadcast partnership
    • Reinforcing MBC’s trust in Eutelsat’s 7/8° West as MENA’s leading broadcast position
    • Supporting premium entertainment and news distribution across the region
    • Strengthening Eutelsat’s role as a key enabler of high-quality broadcasting in MENA

    Paris, 22 October 2025 - Eutelsat (ISIN: FR0010221234 - Euronext Paris / London Stock Exchange: ETL) today announced the renewal of its long-standing partnership with MBC GROUP, the largest media network in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).

    Under this extended agreement, MBC GROUP will continue to rely on Eutelsat’s 7/8° West video neighbourhood, the region’s leading orbital position, for the distribution of its diverse portfolio of premium entertainment, news, and cultural channels to millions of households across MENA. Reaching 95% of satellite homes across the region, the 7/8° West video neighbourhood offers exceptional coverage and signal quality.

    For over a decade, Eutelsat and MBC GROUP have worked closely to ensure the reliable delivery of high-quality broadcast services. This renewed partnership reaffirms the enduring strength of their collaboration and underscores the strategic importance of the 7/8° West position, home to the largest concentration of free-to-air (FTA) and pay-TV channels in the region.

    Raymond Estphan Rahme, RVP MENA Sales Eutelsat’s Video Business Unit said, “We are proud to continue our strong partnership with MBC GROUP. This renewal reflects the trust they place in Eutelsat’s capabilities to deliver reliable satellite broadcasting services over 7/8° West, enabling MBC to reach audiences with premium content across the region.”

    Joe Igoe, Chief Operating Officer at MBC GROUP added: “Our renewed partnership with Eutelsat reflects MBC GROUP’s continued commitment to delivering world-class entertainment and news to audiences across the Middle East and North Africa. The 7/8° West position remains central to our broadcast strategy, ensuring the highest quality and reliability for millions of households who trust MBC every day.”

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    Eutelsat today announced the renewal of its long-standing partnership with MBC GROUP, the largest media network in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).Under this extended agreement, MBC GROUP will continue to rely on Eutelsat’s 7/8° West video neighbourhood, the region’s leading orbital position, ...

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    Eutelsat and Oman Ministry renew broadcast partnership
    • Strengthening a trusted collaboration supporting national broadcasting infrastructure in Oman
    • Reinforcing Eutelsat’s position as a strategic satellite partner for government and public institutions

    Paris, 20 October 2025 - Eutelsat (ISIN: FR0010221234 - Euronext Paris / London Stock Exchange: ETL) announced the renewal of its partnership with the Ministry of Information of Oman (MOI) for the continued provision of satellite capacity on the EUTELSAT 21B satellite at 21° East.

    The Ministry of Information will continue to rely on Eutelsat’s E21B satellite for the transmission of its broadcast services, ensuring high-quality, reliable delivery of national television and media content across Oman. The renewal extends a collaboration that has spanned many years, reflecting the Ministry’s confidence in Eutelsat’s ability to provide robust and resilient satellite infrastructure to support the country’s media operations.

    EUTELSAT 21B offers extensive coverage across the Middle East, Africa and Europe, and is a cornerstone satellite for government and professional video services in the region. Its powerful Ku-band capacity enables high-quality video signal contribution, ensuring unparalleled service continuity across the region. This continued cooperation underlines the importance of satellite technology in maintaining a strong national broadcasting ecosystem.

    Aymeric Genty, President of Eutelsat’s Video Business Unit said, “By extending our collaboration with the Ministry of Information of Oman, Eutelsat reinforces its commitment to supporting government and public institutions in the Middle East with secure and high-performance broadcast solutions via our EUTELSAT 21B satellite.”

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    Eutelsat announces the renewal of its partnership with the Ministry of Information of Oman (MOI) for the continued provision of satellite capacity on the EUTELSAT 21B satellite at 21° East.

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    Eutelsat and Multimedios Televisión renew partnership in Mexico

    Eutelsat and Multimedios Televisión consolidate longstanding satellite partnership in Mexico

    • · Multimedios Televisión renews capacity on EUTELSAT 117 West A satellite for media distribution.
    • · Reinforcing 25-year collaboration and Eutelsat’s strategic video neighbourhood over Mexico and Central America.

    Paris, 13 Sep 2025 - Eutelsat (ISIN: FR0010221234 - Euronext Paris / London Stock Exchange: ETL) announces the renewal of its multi-year partnership with Multimedios Televisión, one of Mexico’s top free-to-air (FTA) broadcasters and part of Grupo Multimedios, the major national media conglomerate. The new agreement secures capacity in C-band on the EUTELSAT 117 West A satellite, further solidifying Eutelsat’s role as a trusted partner in the region's content delivery ecosystem.

    Multimedios Televisión is a Spanish-speaking national TV network with a strong presence in northeastern and northcentral Mexico, the southwestern United States, Costa Rica and cable / IPTV households throughout Latin America. It is part of Grupo Multimedios, a media powerhouse with holdings in television, radio, publishing and entertainment. The network’s programming features locally produced news, sports, children’s content and variety shows designed for mass appeal.

    Under this agreement, Multimedios Televisión will continue to use EUTELSAT 117 West A to distribute its Spanish-speaking content to cable operators across Mexico and Latin America, as well as DTT (Digital Terrestrial Television) sites in Mexico and Costa Rica.

    With over two decades of uninterrupted collaboration, Eutelsat and Multimedios Televisión have built one of the most stable and effective satellite distribution networks in the region. The agreement reaffirms EUTELSAT 117 West A as a leading video neighbourhood for broadcasters in Latin America, offering broad coverage, high reliability and robust reach for content providers.

    Jose Ignacio Gonzalez-Nuñez, SVP, America Sales Video Business Unit for Eutelsat said: “We are proud to continue this journey with Multimedios Televisión, a valued partner and pillar of our video neighbourhood in Mexico. This renewal reflects the confidence in our infrastructure and our commitment to supporting leading FTA broadcasters in delivering content reliably and at scale”.

    “Eutelsat has been a trusted partner for more than 25 years. This renewed agreement guarantees the continuity and quality of our broadcast operations across Latin America, enabling us to reach millions of homes with the content that defines Multimedios.” said Orlando García Valle, Director de Operaciones at Multimedios Televisión.

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    Eutelsat announces the renewal of its multi-year partnership with Multimedios Televisión, one of Mexico’s top free-to-air (FTA) broadcasters and part of Grupo Multimedios, the major national media conglomerate. The new agreement secures capacity in C-band on the EUTELSAT 117 West A satellite, ...

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    DTH (Direct-to-Home) satellite broadcasting is a means of delivering television content directly to viewers’ homes via satellite. Bypassing traditional cable or terrestrial infrastructure, satellite technology plays a critical role in video distribution, particularly in regions with limited terrestrial infrastructure. 

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