The contract signing took place during the LEAP event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Eutelsat Group and Saudi Arabias Advanced Telecommunications Solutions and Services (ATSS) have renewed their satellite capacity agreement on the Eutelsat 8 West B satellite reinforcing the long-standing collaboration between the two companies. The contract signing took place during the LEAP event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Under this latest agreement, it will continue to leverage the Ku-band coverage of the Eutelsat 8 West B satellite to deliver premium broadcast services across the Middle East and North Africa.
The deal further cements Eutelsats 7/8 degrees West position as the leading video hotspot in the region and ensures ATSS and its customers can continue the exclusive distribution of multiple television channels to the millions of homes across its footprint.
Commenting on the deal, José Ignacio González-Núñez, RVP, MENA & Americas Sales Video Business Unit said: “Eutelsat is delighted to extend its partnership with ATSS. This renewal reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting ATSSs growth by strengthening its capabilities in broadcasting, enabling it to further enhance its customer offer.”
Eng. Abdullah Alosaimi, Chief Executive Officer of ATSS, added: “This collaboration with Eutelsat Group is a pivotal step in expanding our satellite service portfolio, ensuring secure and resilient connectivity for clients across various industries. By integrating Eutelsats advanced satellite capabilities, we continue to drive digital transformation and smart connectivity across the Kingdom.”
