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Reach your audience throughout Europe

Premium Orbital Positions across Europe

Eutelsat is Europe’s most long-standing satellite operator, with over 40 years’ broadcasting experience.

Our satellites provide coverage to audiences across major TV neighbourhoods in Europe from key orbital positions.

  • 13° East is the region’s prime broadcast neighbourhood and home to our high-powered HOTBIRD satellites. In Europe alone, the neighbourhood reaches over 130 million homes and feeds almost all cable networks.
  • 9º East offers regional beams for cost-effective broadcasting to 76 million homes, as well as dual reception with the HOTBIRD satellites.
  • 16º East is Central and Eastern Europe’s leading neighbourhood reaching over 80 million homes.
  • 28° East is the UK and Ireland’s leading broadcast position reaching over 73 million homes.
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HOTBIRD, leading DTH, cable, IP and DTT delivery in EMEA

Two co-located satellites with industry-leading widebeam coverage, delivering exceptional reliability.

Audience

160 million homes in EMEA, 130 million in Europe, and 90% penetration of cable, IPTV and DTT networks

TV Channels

Over 900 TV channels, nearly 600 in HD, 10 in UHD, 300 Free-to-Air, 30 languages, 7 premium DTH platforms. See the TV Channels on HOTBIRD.

Broadcasters & Platforms

BBC, BIS, Bulsatcom, CNBC, CNN, Cyfrowy Polsat, France 24, Mediaset, Nova, Platforma Canal +, RAI, SKY Italia, SRG SSR, Tivu, TRT, RTVE, TV5, Vivacom ...

Coverage

Industry-leading widebeam coverage for audiences in Europe, the Middle East and North Africa

Satellites

HOTBIRD 13F and HOTBIRD 13G. Find out more about the satellites and see the coverage maps.

9° East : the hotspot for Free-to-Air TV channels

Regional beams for cost-effective broadcasting and dual reception with HOTBIRD. Widebeam coverage providing connectivity with cable network head-ends across Europe

Audience

76 million DTH, cable and IPTV homes in Europe

TV Channels

550 TV channels, nearly 400 Free-to-Air, 300 in HD, over 30 languages. See the TV Channels at 9° East

Broadcasters & Platforms

AFN, Cosmote TV, Joyne, M7, Media Broadcast, Media Group Ukraine,...

Coverage

Extensive widebeam coverage plus five regionally centred high-power footprints for local content providers

Satellite

EUTELSAT 9B. Find out more about the EUTELSAT 9B.

16° East : Leading broadcast position for Central and Eastern Europe

High-power Ku-band footprints provide extensive coverage of the CEE region and expat communities across Western Europe

Audience

80 million DTH, cable and IPTV homes in Central and Eastern Europe

TV Channels

600+ TV channels, 200+ in HD and 2 in UHD, 8 pay-TV platforms, 20+ languages. See the TV Channels at 16° East.

Broadcasters & Platforms

A1 Telekom Group, Antik Sat, DigitAlb, MAX TV, Team:Media, Total TV, TVR, TV Srbija ...

Coverage

High-power Ku-band footprints provide extensive coverage of the CEE region and expat communities across Western Europe

Satellite

EUTELSAT 16A. Find out more about EUTELSAT 16A and see the coverage maps.

28° East : UK and Ireland's leading broadcast position

Three co-located, high-power satellites for exceptional reliability

Audience

73 million DTH, cable and IPTV homes in the UK and Ireland

TV Channels

500+ TV channels, 200 in HD and 5 in UHD, 14 languages. See the TV Channels at 28° East.

Broadcasters & Platforms

Sky, Freesat ...

Coverage

High-power regional coverage of the United Kingdom and Ireland, up to 58 dBW

Satellites

EUTELSAT 28E, EUTELSAT 28F and EUTELSAT 28G. Find out more about the satellites.

We are proud to take our TV offering to a new level. This transition maximises audience reach, delivers an unrivalled line-up and develops next generation services. We are delighted to partner with Eutelsat, who offers the best and most compliant technical support.

Zeljko Batistić
VP Technology of United Group

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BROADCAST WORLDWIDE INSTANTLY

Reliable occasional use satellite services for the Professional Video market, broadcasting breaking news and seamless transmission of major events.

Service you can trust

As a broadcaster, having the right partners in place is essential to continually deliver the highest standards, even when time is against you.

From professional video delivery, to corporate requirements and disaster recovery, we're here to help you navigate daily challenges, including:

  • Getting news and sports content to the studio as quickly as possible.
  • Working with a robust network partner, capable of delivering major live events to huge global audiences.
  • Guaranteeing high-quality delivery without jitter, pixelation or delays.
  • Finding partners to deliver business continuity if a major incident occurs.
  • Being supported by teams who can set up a broadcast link at any time, whether planned, unforeseen, or as emergency back-up.
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WORLDWIDE, RELIABLE, TURNKEY SOLUTIONS

Our occasional use satellite services enable best-in-class content delivery from anywhere to anywhere. Available 24/7, and backed by expert advice, we provide seamless connectivity when it counts.

GLOBAL COVERAGE

Operating for over 40 years, our extensive satellite fleet covers 150 countries, reaching 90% of the world’s population.

EXPERTISE

Satellites are our sole focus. Our team of highly skilled experts is here to keep you online from anywhere to anywhere.

IMMEDIACY

With service teams online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – we’re always available.

EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY

All over the globe, we’ll always provide high-quality connectivity for best-in-class broadcasts.

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How does our service work?

Occasional use satellite services provide short-term usage for planned or unexpected broadcasting requirements.

From minutes to months, on a recurring basis or a one-off, we’ll always get you set up quickly and reliably. Our flexible services range from a few MHz to entire transponders, both in C and Ku-band. We deliver high-quality, reliable satellite broadcasting in SD, HD or UHD/4K, ensuring reliability, resilience and protection for contribution and distribution of your premium content.

As a content provider, plan your critical broadcasts ahead of time or book with us immediately online or by telephone.

ALREADY A CUSTOMER?

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Looking for a more agile IP-based contribution solution?

Discover how Video Contribution over Eutelsat’s OneWeb LEO network enables broadcasters to deliver live news, sports and event coverage from virtually anywhere, with rapid deployment and broadcast-grade performance. 

By renewing our commitment with Eutelsat, we’re reaffirming the role of satellite as a vital tool in Eurovision Services’ hybrid mix for contributing and delivering all the major live sports events to massive audiences. Satellite powers flexible, scalable delivery so global audiences enjoy the sports everyone’s talking about.

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Head of Business Strategy & Procurement, Eurovision Services
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Global satellite video delivery

Take your content worldwide. With 40+ years of experience and 24/7 expert tech support, Eutelsat delivers more than 6400 TV channels to over 1 billion people.

The challenge in reaching all audiences

Video content providers are faced with constant challenges. Delivering content to all audiences requires a reliable flexible solution.

 

  • Enabling Reach: Engaging the right audience, no matter their terrestrial coverage, or device.
  • Consistent quality: Delivering high-quality content, all over the world, 24/7.
  • Visibility: Ensuring your content is easy to find, access and engage with.
  • Sustainability: Minimising the impact of your content distribution, for an energy-efficient solution with less disruption of biodiversity. 
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WHY EUTELSAT?

We’ve worked for over forty years to keep content flowing, no matter what. Discover how our offering could take yours global.

Extensive coverage

31 satellites placed at key orbital points for full global coverage. Backed by reliable, expert 24/7 support.

Truly global distribution

Reaching a 1 billion-strong audience across Europe, MENA Africa, Asia and the Americas.

Market-leading expertise 

Best-in-class media supply chain and channel distribution experts – with you every step of the way.

Flexible & scalable

Adapt your capacity to changing requirements. Broadcast in SD, HD, and 4K/UHD, when and where you need it. 

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Video Distribution, supercharged

Discover how our satellite offering can ensure you reach anywhere…from anywhere.

Our experts help you deliver. Whether you're sharing content around the world during video production, transmitting to the right target audience for your TV or video channel, leveraging the latest satellite technology innovations to improve viewer experience, or broadcasting breaking news.

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SATELLITE SOLUTIONS TO OPTIMISE YOUR CONTENT DELIVERY

Engage viewers worldwide with our video distribution solutions. Deliver high quality content via DTH or through cable, IP, DTT and OTT network feeds.

The quest for high-quality, consistent video distribution

Broadcasters are constantly searching for solutions to ensure they fulfill engagements of performance quality and service reach with their content distribution. Driving consistent performance means confronting daily challenges like:

  • Reaching wider audiences and providing universal coverage within a territory.
  • Delivering consistent, uninterrupted quality content to all audiences.
  • Offering a sustainable solution that is energy efficient and minimises external impact.
  • Finding turnkey solutions to simplify content delivery via satellite.
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Expertise and experience in video distribution solutions

At Eutelsat, TV and video distribution is woven into our DNA, allowing you to benefit from a wealth of expertise and innovation to get your content to market, anywhere in the world.

Leading TV neighbourhoods

With 15 key video neighbourhoods worldwide, we deliver hundreds of channels to millions of homes. Choosing us means you have well-established audiences ready and waiting to watch your channel.

Efficient delivery

Satellites are the most efficient platform for delivering channel multiplexes to cable and IPTV head-ends, DTT transmitters, as well as directly serving homes beyond DTT reception range.

Experienced experts

Roll-out satellite television services smoothly with us. Our team of media supply chain and TV channel distribution experts will support you with their extensive market and technical expertise.

24/7 Support

With highly skilled teams online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – we’re always there to support you.

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How our satellite TV distribution system works

We deliver complete TV and video distribution systems via satellite that connect millions of homes with hundreds of channels across leading video neighbourhoods.

Backed by industry-leading expertise and round-the-clock support, we provide scalable capacity, comprehensive ground services and turnkey managed solutions that empower your business to reach new heights in broadcasting.

We are proud to be taking the high quality of our TV offering to a new level. This transition is crucial to maximise our audience reach across our market footprint, deliver an unrivalled content line-up and continue to develop our next generation services.

Zeljko Batistić
VP Technology of United Group

Ready to reach your target audience?

Eutelsat and SRG SSR renew HOTBIRD partnership
  • · Further cementing 30-year partnership
  • · Assuring broadcast continuity of SSR SSG Group's High-Definition television channels and radio stations to audiences across Switzerland
  • · Showcasing the unparalleled coverage of the high-power HOTBIRD satellites at 13° East, one of the largest broadcasting systems across Europe and MENA

Paris, 1st July 2025 - Eutelsat Group (ISIN: FR0010221234 - Euronext Paris / London Stock Exchange: ETL) and Swiss broadcasting corporation SSR SRG are pleased to announce the multi-year renewal of their capacity agreement at Eutelsat’s leading HOTBIRD video neighbourhood, cementing a partnership spanning over 30 years.

This new multi-year agreement assures the broadcast continuity of SSR SSG Group's High-Definition television channels and radio stations to audiences across Switzerland who are living beyond the range of quality terrestrial reception. Channels available on HOTBIRD include RTS 1, RTS 2, SRF 1, SRF 2, SRF info, RSI La 1 and RSI La 2.

With their unparalleled pan-European coverage, the high-power HOTBIRD satellites at 13° East form one of the largest broadcasting systems across Europe and MENA. In Europe alone, they reach more than 130 million TV homes, with over 90% cable and IPTV penetration, making 13° East the leading DTH, cable, IP, and DTT provider across the region.

Satellite technology plays a vital role in Switzerland, by reducing the need for disruptive infrastructure projects—such as tunnelling through mountainous regions to lay fibre cables. Moreover, satellites provide a compelling solution for delivering content to remote and hard-to-reach communities across the country.

Aymeric Genty, President of Eutelsat’s Video Business Unit commented: “We are honoured that SRG SSR, Switzerland’s public broadcaster, is continuing to rely on Eutelsat to deliver its leading entertainment offering to millions of homes across Switzerland and further afield. This new agreement enables audiences to continue receiving their favourite channels, no matter how remote their location, and highlights the crucial role satellite continues to play in connecting communities and delivering essential services.”

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Eutelsat Group and Swiss broadcasting corporation SSR SRG are pleased to announce the multi-year renewal of their capacity agreement at Eutelsat’s leading HOTBIRD video neighbourhood, cementing a partnership spanning over 30 years.

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Eutelsat and Orange sign multi-year LEO agreement
  • · FAST Channels wedotv movies, wedotv BIG stories, and wedotv sports Now Available Free-to-Air Across Europe via HOTBIRD
  • · Utilising HbbTV Technology to harmonise the broadcast and broadband delivery of entertainment services through connected TVs, set‐top boxes and multiscreen devices
  • · Expanded partnership highlights the continued importance of satellite distribution to reach wider audiences

Paris, June 9, 2025 – Eutelsat Group (ISIN: FR0010221234 - Euronext Paris / London Stock Exchange: ETL) and wedotv, the global ad-supported streaming TV network, have signed a new deal to include three of their free-to-air streaming channels on Eutelsat’s HOTBIRD satellites at 13° East. New German-language FAST channels, wedotv movies, wedotv BIG stories, and wedotv sports are now available to homes across Europe via HOTBIRD.

wedotv has been an early adopter of HbbTV (hybrid broadcast broadband TV) technology to facilitate the launch of its streaming channels on cable and satellite platforms. The company launched an Italian version of its wedotv movies channel on Eutelsat’s HOTBIRD fleet two years ago utilising this technology with great success. The high-power HOTBIRD satellites form one of the largest broadcasting systems across Europe and MENA thanks to their unique extensive coverage. In Europe alone, they reach more than 130 million TV homes, with over 90% cable and IPTV penetration.

Now with this deal, wedotv is significantly expanding its reach, and again, using HbbTV technology to enable dynamic ad insertion on all channels.

HbbTV has been making steady gains in Europe and recently reached a milestone of 100 million households, according to the HbbTV Association. By combining traditional broadcasting with broadband technology, HbbTV creates an interactive and user-friendly viewing experience, improving the way viewers connect with content.

“Eutelsat has been a great partner for us at wedotv. Not only are our channels accessible to consumers via the HOTBIRD satellites, but additionally every cable network or IPTV service in the region can downlink these free-to-air channels for their basic cable packages. Further, we are happy to announce that we found our first partner on the ground in Switzerland. Kabelio will add all three channels into their EPG on position 40, 41 and 42. This greatly expands consumers’ access to our channels across Europe while also enabling dynamic ad insertion thanks to HbbTV technology,” said Philipp Rotermund, wedotv co-CEO.

Aymeric Genty, President of the Eutelsat Video Business Unit added, “We are delighted to welcome these new FAST channels from wedotv to our flagship HOTBIRD video neighbourhood. Thanks to the extensive reach of our HOTBIRD satellites we are able to increase their distribution, bringing them to new audiences beyond terrestrial networks while being supported by advertising aligned with the FAST Industry.”

wedotv movies offers viewers a selection of top international and German-language films. wedotv BIG storiesis focused on nonfiction lifestyle and documentary content. wedotv sportsfeatures German live coverage of such sports events as German Sailing Bundesliga, SailGP, MotoGP, and Breeder’s Cup, as well as weekly highlights programs from football, Formula 1, e-sports and more.

Further expanding on the capabilities of HbbTV, wedotv’s full AVOD platform (wedotv.com) will be made available to users via “red button” access in the HOTBIRD app in the coming months.

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Eutelsat Group and wedotv, the global ad-supported streaming TV network, have signed a new deal to include three of their free-to-air streaming channels on Eutelsat’s HOTBIRD satellites at 13° East. New German-language FAST channels, wedotv movies, wedotv BIG stories, and wedotv sports are now available to homes across Europe via HOTBIRD.

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Eutelsat and BHS renew MENA contribution services
  • Reinforcing long-standing collaboration to delivering high-quality video in the MENA region
  • Underlining the value of powerful Geostationary Ku capacity to deliver robust, cost-effective connectivity services

Paris, 14 May 2025 - Eutelsat Group (ISIN: FR0010221234 - Euronext Paris / London Stock Exchange: ETL) and BHS Media Group are pleased to announce the renewal of their satellite contribution contract, reinforcing their long-standing collaboration to deliver high-quality video services across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

This agreement extends the capacity leased on the EUTELSAT 21B and EUTELSAT 70B satellites, ensuring seamless content delivery for BHS’ broadcast customers.

Based in UAE, BHS specializes in TV distribution and contribution services, offering a comprehensive range of broadcasting and telecommunication solutions, including video-on-demand (VOD), media management, playout, video uplink solutions and transmission. This renewal with Eutelsat underscores its commitment to providing robust and technically superior satellite solutions to clients in MENA.

The 21° East and 70° East are major orbital positions for video and connectivity services. The powerful Ku-band capacity on the EUTELSAT 21B and EUTELSAT 70B satellites enables high-quality video signal contribution, ensuring unparalleled service continuity for media customers across the region.

Jose Ignacio Gonzalez-Nunez, Regional Vice President, MENA & Americas of the Video Business Unit said: “With this agreement, we continue to ensure premium video contribution services for our customers. Leveraging Eutelsat’s advanced satellite infrastructure, we are delighted to be entrusted by our long-standing partner BHS to ensure high quality content delivery across the MENA region”.

Hamid Rahmani, Chief Executive Officer of BHS added: “We appreciate the continuing partnership with Eutelsat and are happy to deepen our pledge on providing best-in-class video contribution services in the MENA region. With Eutelsat’s advanced technology in satellite servicing, we are poised to better serve our customers dynamically while delivering premium quality standards. In the forthcoming years, we anticipate further strengthening this partnership.”

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Eutelsat Group and BHS Media Group are pleased to announce the renewal of their satellite contribution contract, reinforcing their long-standing collaboration to deliver high-quality video services across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

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Eutelsat and ATSS renew MENA satellite partnership

  • Leveraging the EUTELSAT 8 West B satellite to assure service continuity and enhancement for multiple customers across the region
  • Confirming 7/8° West video neighborhood as the leading satellite position in MENA.

Paris, 13 February 2025 - Eutelsat Group (ISIN: FR0010221234 - Euronext Paris / London Stock Exchange: ETL) and Saudi Arabia’s Advanced Telecommunications Solutions and Services (ATSS) have renewed their satellite capacity agreement on the EUTELSAT 8 West B satellite reinforcing the long-standing collaboration between the two companies. The contract signing took place during the LEAP event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

ATSS is a leader in satellite communications in the MENA region. Under this latest agreement, it will continue to leverage the unparalleled Ku-band coverage of the EUTELSAT 8 West B satellite to deliver premium broadcast services across the Middle East and North Africa.

The deal further cements Eutelsat’s 7/8 degrees West position as the leading video hotspot in the region and ensures ATSS and its customers can continue the exclusive distribution of multiple television channels to the millions of homes across its footprint.

José Ignacio González-Núñez, RVP, MENA & Americas Sales Video Business Unit said, “Eutelsat is delighted to extend its partnership with ATSS. This renewal reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting ATSS’s growth by strengthening its capabilities in broadcasting, enabling it to further enhance its customer offer.”

“This collaboration with Eutelsat Group is a pivotal step in expanding our satellite service portfolio, ensuring secure and resilient connectivity for clients across various industries,” said Eng. Abdullah Alosaimi, Chief Executive Officer of ATSS. “By integrating Eutelsat’s advanced satellite capabilities, we continue to drive digital transformation and smart connectivity across the Kingdom.”

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Eutelsat Group and Saudi Arabia’s Advanced Telecommunications Solutions and Services (ATSS) have renewed their satellite capacity agreement on the EUTELSAT 8 West B satellite reinforcing the long-standing collaboration between the two companies. The contract signing took place during the LEAP event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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  • New multi-year agreement for premium free-to-air services
  • Confirming the 7/8° West neighbourhood as the go-to position for broadcasters in the MENA region
  • Showcasing the role of satellite as a key infrastructure to facilitate social and educational advancement

Paris, 14 September 2024 - Eutelsat Group (ISIN: FR0010221234 - Euronext Paris / London Stock Exchange: ETL) has been chosen by SABA WORLD for the delivery of free-to-air educational content to students across the MENA region, in partnership with the Iraqi Ministry of Education.

SABA WORLD is a leading provider of added-value services for the broadcast industry in Iraq, the Middle East and neighbouring countries. Through this new, multi-year contract, it will leverage the unparalleled coverage of the EUTELSAT 7 West A satellite of the MENA region to deliver unprecedented access to a diverse range of educational and informative channels. Supporting the educational goals of students, educators, and life-long learners across the region and especially in Iraq, the new platform gives them enhanced access to information and learning materials.

EUTELSAT 7 West A is part of the leading 7/8° West video neighbourhood, delivering premium coverage of the Middle East including the Gulf States, as well as North Africa and North-West Africa, and reaching 95% of homes across the region.

Laurence Delpy, President of the Video Business Unit at Eutelsat commented: “We are deeply honoured to be selected by SABA WORLD to support them delivering educational content across the MENA region, making learning more accessible and more enjoyable than ever before. Our partnership with SABA WORLD, who play an important role as an added value reseller in the region, gives us a privileged access into the Iraqi market and beyond, and we are delighted to be working together. This agreement highlights the crucial role that satellite has to play in providing resources that advance social and educational goals, even in hard-to-reach areas.”

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Paris, 14 September 2024 - Eutelsat Group has been chosen by SABA WORLD for the delivery of free-to-air educational content to students across the MENA region, in partnership with the Iraqi Ministry of Education.

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