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Kabelio extends HOTBIRD capacity agreement with Eutelsat through 2031
- Ensuring long-term continuity and service reliability for Kabelio’s multilingual Swiss TV platform
- Confirming continued demand for Eutelsat’s HOTBIRD broadcast services for inclusive, high-quality content distribution
Paris, 21 January 2026– Eutelsat (ISIN: FR0010221234 – Euronext Paris / London Stock Exchange: ETL) announces that Swiss TV platform Kabelio has extended its satellite capacity agreement on the EUTELSAT HOTBIRD video neighbourhood at 13° East. The contract, originally running until the end of 2026, has been renewed ahead of schedule for a further five years, to the end of 2031.
Since the launch of the platform on HOTBIRD in 2020, Kabelio has been delivering a multilingual offering of more than 60 HD channels in four languages to households across Switzerland, providing access to diverse, high-quality programming via satellite.
The extension ensures long-term service continuity for viewers and distribution partners, while underlining the ongoing importance of satellite as a reliable and independent broadcast infrastructure, including for remote or underserved areas.
Jakub Brzeczkowski, Regional Vice President of Sales Europe, at Eutelsat’s Video Business Unit, commented: “We are delighted that Kabelio is continuing to rely on our HOTBIRD satellites to strengthen their content distribution strategy. This new agreement underscores the vital role satellite plays in ensuring inclusive access to information and entertainment, enabling audiences to continue receiving their favourite channels, no matter how remote their location.”
Damir Krilcic, CEO of Kabelio AG, added: “While the TV market is becoming more fragmented and competitive, satellite remains a cornerstone for nationwide, reliable and high-quality content distribution. By extending our HOTBIRD capacity until 2031, we are reaffirming our commitment to continuity, reliability and long-term partnerships. Kabelio will continue to serve as a dependable provider of multilingual TV services tailored to the Swiss market.”
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