Press release -
Eutelsat statement concerning press rumours
Paris, 29 September 2021 – Pursuant to market rumours, Eutelsat Communications (Euronext Paris: ETL) confirms that it has received an unsolicited, preliminary and non-binding proposal from Patrick Drahi in connection with a potential transaction on all of the company’s share capital. The relevant governance bodies of Eutelsat Communications have unanimously decided not to engage in discussions based on the terms of this proposal.
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About Eutelsat Communications
Founded in 1977, Eutelsat Communications is one of the world's leading satellite operators. With a global fleet of satellites and associated ground infrastructure, Eutelsat enables clients across Video, Data, Government, Fixed and Mobile Broadband markets to communicate effectively to their customers, irrespective of their location. Around 7,000 television channels operated by leading media groups are broadcast by Eutelsat to one billion viewers equipped for DTH reception or connected to terrestrial networks. Committed to promoting all facets of sustainable development across its business activities, Eutelsat leverages its in-orbit resources to help bridge the digital divide while maintaining a safe and uncluttered space environment. As an attractive and socially responsible employer, Eutelsat assembles 1,200 men and women from 50 countries who are dedicated to delivering the highest quality of service.
Eutelsat Communications is listed on the Euronext Paris Stock Exchange (ticker: ETL).
For more about Eutelsat go to www.eutelsat.com
Media enquiries
Anita Baltagi
Tel. +33 1 53 98 47 47
abaltagi@eutelsat.com
Daphne Joseph-Gabriel
Tel. +33 1 53 98 47 47
djosephgabriel@eutelsat.com
Baptiste Romeuf
baptiste.romeuf@agenceproches.com
Tel. +33 6 63 80 87 54
Investors
Thomas Cardiel
Tel. +33 1 53 98 31 54
tcardiel@eutelsat.com
Hugo Laurens Berge
hlaurensberge@eutelsat.com
Christine Lopez
Tel.: +33 1 53 98 47 02
clopez@eutelsat.com
