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Eutelsat and MBC GROUP extend longstanding partnership for broadcast services at 7/8° West orbital position
- 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 is a global leader in satellite communications, delivering connectivity and broadcast services worldwide. Eutelsat was formed through the combination of the Company and OneWeb in 2023, becoming the first fully integrated GEO-LEO satellite operator with a fleet of 34 Geostationary (GEO) satellites and a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) constellation of more than 600 satellites. Eutelsat addresses the needs of customers in four key verticals of Video, where it distributes around 6,400 television channels, and the high-growth connectivity markets of Mobile Connectivity, Fixed Connectivity, and Government Services. Eutelsat's unique suite of in-orbit assets and ground infrastructure enables it to deliver integrated solutions to meet the needs of global customers. The Company is headquartered in Paris and Eutelsat employs more than 1,600 people across more than 75 countries. Eutelsat is committed to delivering safe, resilient, and environmentally sustainable connectivity to help bridge the digital divide. The Company is listed on the Euronext Paris Stock Exchange (ticker: ETL) and the London Stock Exchange (ticker: ETL).
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