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ASTRA 1P Now Broadcasting Across Europe
SES has announced that its ASTRA 1P satellite is now fully operational. Positioned at 19.2 degrees East, this advanced satellite will deliver content to 118 million TV homes throughout Europe. Following extensive in-orbit testing, ASTRA 1P is set to provide services to both public and private broadcasters, as well as sports organizations.
Equipped with 80 transponders, the satellite can support hundreds of HD channels, ensuring high-quality broadcasts. Milton Torres, CTO of SES, emphasized that ASTRA 1P sets a new benchmark in European satellite broadcasting, offering superior reliability and image quality.
Built by Thales Alenia Space and launched via SpaceX's Falcon 9 in June 2024, ASTRA 1P represents a significant advancement in SES's capacity to meet the growing demand for premium content, especially in sports.
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