Eutelsat selects Airbus Defence and Space to build OneWeb low Earth orbit constellation extension
Eutelsat Group has selected Airbus Defence and Space to build the extension of its OneWeb low Earth orbit (LEO) constellation. Under a contract signed between the two companies, Airbus will build the first batches of the extension, totalling 100 satellites, with delivery targeted starting end of calendar-2026, ensuring continuity and enhancement of service for current and future customers.