Eutelsat and MSTelcom sign LEO agreement for Angola
  • Strengthening Eutelsat’s growing LEO service footprint across Angola
  • Supporting MSTelcom in delivering high-performance connectivity for oil & gas, maritime and land-based customers

Paris, 13 November 2025 – Eutelsat (ISIN: FR0010221234 – Euronext Paris / London Stock Exchange: ETL) today announced a new distribution agreement with MSTelcom, a subsidiary of Sonangol Group and a leading provider of telecommunications services in Angola, to deliver Eutelsat’s OneWeb Low Earth Orbit (LEO) connectivity services across key sectors, including oil & gas, maritime and for fixed land operations -- enabling secure and high-performance communications in remote and hard-to-reach locations.

Under the agreement, MSTelcom will act as a distributor of Eutelsat’s OneWeb services within Angola, bringing LEO connectivity solutions to enterprise, public sector and telecom customers. Eutelsat is the only licensed LEO services operator in Angola and has a well-established presence in the country delivering both broadcast and connectivity services. The agreement leverages Eutelsat’s operational footprint, including a ground station and local Point-of-Presence (PoP) in Angola that enable Eutelsat’s OneWeb’s high-speed, low-latency services in the country and across Central Africa.

Philippe Baudrier, VP Africa for Eutelsat, said: “This agreement expands the reach of our LEO services in Angola and strengthens our work supporting the country’s connectivity needs. By joining forces with MSTelcom, we are enabling secure, resilient and high-performance connectivity for sectors that are critical to Angola’s economic development.”

Felisberta de Jesus, CEO, MSTelcom, added: “Partnering with Eutelsat enables MSTelecom to provide next-generation connectivity solutions to our customers operating in demanding and remote environments. This agreement strengthens our mission to deliver reliable, high-quality communications that support Angola’s industrial growth and digital development.”

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Eutelsat today announced a new distribution agreement with MSTelcom, a subsidiary of Sonangol Group and a leading provider of telecommunications services in Angola, to deliver Eutelsat’s OneWeb Low Earth Orbit (LEO) connectivity services across key sectors, including oil & gas, maritime and for fixed land operations -- enabling secure and high-performance communications ...

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Eutelsat and Nelco sign LEO connectivity deal for India
  • Nelco to offer Eutelsat’s LEO connectivity for land, maritime, and aviation markets, supporting critical government and enterprise applications
  • Expanding the reach of Eutelsat’s LEO services across India’s borders, territorial waters, and remote regions

Paris, 11 August 2025 - Eutelsat (ISIN: FR0010221234 - Euronext Paris / London Stock Exchange: ETL) and Nelco Limited (ISIN: INE045B01015 – Listed on the equity segment of BSE Limited & National Stock Exchange of India Limited’s stock exchanges), a Tata Group company and one of India’s leading satellite communication service providers, have signed an agreement to deliver OneWeb low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity services across the India region.

Under the agreement, OneWeb India Communications, Eutelsat’s local operating entity, will partner with Nelco to deliver secure, low-latency LEO connectivity for customers on land, at sea, and in the air. Service coverage will extend across India’s borders, territorial waters, and remote regions, supporting a wide range of secure government and enterprise applications. These capabilities will strengthen India’s digital infrastructure and national security, while ensuring reliable connectivity in underserved areas. Nelco is well geared to offer these services to its customers as soon the OneWeb LEO services become commercially operational in the country.

Neha Idnani, Regional Vice President for APAC, Eutelsat and Director of OneWeb Communications India commented: "We are proud to partner with Nelco, part of the respected TATA Group, to deliver advanced LEO connectivity services in India. This agreement strengthens our strategic footprint in one of the world’s most dynamic and fast-growing connectivity markets and underscores our commitment to supporting India’s digital and security ambitions."

P J Nath, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Nelco, commented: "We are pleased to partner with Eutelsat to bring OneWeb LEO satellite connectivity services to India. This partnership marks a significant step in enabling reliable, secure, and high-speed communication solutions based on LEO services for critical sectors across land, sea, and air. It reflects our strategy to provide comprehensive multi-orbit satellite connectivity services for advancing India’s digital ecosystem and supporting the country's strategic communication needs."

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Eutelsat and Nelco Limited a Tata Group company and one of India’s leading satellite communication service providers have signed an agreement to deliver OneWeb low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity services across the India region.

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Eutelsat and Station Satcom integrate LEO for global maritime services
  • Building on a strong GEO partnership, Station Satcom will integrate Eutelsat’s OneWeb LEO services to enhance its global maritime offering.
  • Delivering secure, high-speed, low latency broadband across key sea routes to support next generation maritime applications.

Paris, 30 July 2025 - Eutelsat (ISIN: FR0010221234 - Euronext Paris / London Stock Exchange: ETL) and longtime partner Station Satcom, a leader in maritime communications headquartered in India, have signed a new agreement to deliver Eutelsat’s OneWeb LEO connectivity services to the global maritime sector. The deal marks a significant strategic expansion for Station Satcom, which will integrate OneWeb’s LEO capabilities into its portfolio to provide hybrid satellite connectivity across the world’s oceans.

This advanced solution enables Station Satcom to combine the reliability and coverage of Eutelsat’s GEO services with the high-speed, low-latency performance of LEO, ensuring uninterrupted connectivity for vessels operating along major shipping routes and in remote offshore environments.

Through this integrated offering, Station Satcom will be able to meet the growing demand for real-time data, operational efficiency, and improved crew welfare, while also supporting the digital transformation of global maritime operations.

Thierry Polycarpe, Vice President of Global Maritime at Eutelsat said, “We are proud to expand our long-standing partnership with Station Satcom as they bring OneWeb’s LEO maritime service to market. This agreement reflects the growing demand for high-performance connectivity at sea, and reinforces our commitment to delivering secure, high-speed, low-latency solutions that power the digital evolution of the maritime industry.”

Anshul Khanna, Chief Executive Officer of Station Satcom added, “This is a game-changer for the maritime sector at large. By integrating OneWeb’s LEO satellite service, we can now offer seamless connectivity for ship owners, crew welfare and offshore operations.”

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Eutelsat and longtime partner Station Satcom, a leader in maritime communications headquartered in India, have signed a new agreement to deliver Eutelsat’s OneWeb LEO connectivity services to the global maritime sector. The deal marks a significant strategic expansion for Station Satcom, ...

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  • Provides high-speed, low-latency broadband solutions to the maritime sector
  • Showcasing growing demand for integrated multi-orbit solutions in the mobile connectivity market

Paris, 25 September 2024 - Eutelsat Group (ISIN: FR0010221234 - Euronext Paris / London Stock Exchange: ETL), announces that Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat company, has selected Eutelsat’s OneWeb low Earth orbit (LEO) network for integration into its NexusWave fully managed bonded connectivity solution.

The addition of Eutelsat’s OneWeb LEO connectivity to Inmarsat’s extensive maritime network and expertise underscores a shared commitment to delivering cutting-edge connectivity solutions that address the evolving needs of the maritime industry and ensure that every vessel has access to reliable, high-performance broadband, no matter how remote its location.

Commenting on the announcement, Cyril Dujardin, President of Eutelsat’s Connectivity Business Unit said, "We are thrilled with the selection of our LEO service to be integrated into Inmarsat’s maritime solutions. Our low latency, high-speed connectivity solution is delivering innovative new capabilities to ships big and small. Inmarsat Maritime’s leadership in communications at sea, combined with our LEO capabilities, creates a powerful synergy that will set new standards for maritime connectivity."

Ben Palmer, President, Inmarsat Maritime, added, "We are excited to be working with Eutelsat to integrate their OneWeb LEO capability into our NexusWave solution for the maritime industry. This announcement underscores our commitment to delivering robust, high-performance connectivity solutions that meet the diverse needs of our global customers."

This announcement further showcases Eutelsat’s strategy to collaborate with industry leaders, following similar agreements that highlight the growing demand for integrated multi-orbit solutions in the mobile connectivity market.

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Paris, 25 September 2024 - Eutelsat Group announces that Inmarsat Maritime, a Viasat company, has selected Eutelsat’s OneWeb low Earth orbit (LEO) network for integration into its NexusWave fully managed bonded connectivity solution.

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