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Eutelsat and Station Satcom expand long-standing partnership, integrating LEO capacity to deliver global maritime connectivity
- 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 Group is a global leader in satellite communications, delivering connectivity and broadcast services worldwide. The Group 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. The Group 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 Group’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 Group employs more than 1,600 people across more than 75 countries. The Group 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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