Arianespace successfully launches GX5 and TIBA-1 into orbit
Egypts TIBA-1 geostationary satellite was also part of the payload and will be used for Egypts civil and government communications.
Egypts TIBA-1 geostationary satellite was also part of the payload and will be used for Egypts civil and government communications.
Bad weather conditions have delayed the launch for a second time, Arianespace commented on its web site
The satellite will provide communication and broadband Internet services to drive development in marginalized areas. It will also support Egypts efforts to combat crimes and terrorism.