Deal highlights the role of satellite in complementing the terrestrial infrastructure MASMOVIL Group, Spain’s fourth largest telecommunications operator, has signed an agreement with Eutelsat (NYSE Euronext: ETL)’s subsidiary, Eurobroadband Infrastructure, to distribute broadband services to under-connected areas across the country via the KA-SAT satellite.
Paris, 29 November, 2018 – An amendment to the French Finance Law for 2019, modifying the general tax code, aims at specifying the rules relating to the territoriality of corporate tax applicable to companies operating telecommunications satellites.
It is too early at this stage to assess the eventual impact for Eutelsat in the event that the amendment is adopted.
Konnect Africa, an initiative of the satellite operator Eutelsat (Euronext: ETL) dedicated to satellite broadband on the African continent, announces the launch today of its Internet access offers throughout the Congolese territory.
Eutelsat Communications (NYSE Euronext: ETL) has ordered two new satellites from Airbus Defence and Space to replace the three existing HOTBIRD satellites at its 13° East flagship neighbourhood. These all-electric high-power satellites are set to enter into service in 2022, serving Europe, the Middle East and North Africa.
A far-reaching in-depth study, led by Nielsen, of television reception throughout Nigeria, Cameroon and Ivory Coast, has positioned Eutelsat as satellite market leader within these countries. The face-to-face interviews were conducted with 3,000 households in Nigeria, 2,000 in Cameroun and 2,000 in Ivory Coast, representative of the population of the geographical area surveyed.
Paris, 8 November 2018 – The Ordinary and Extraordinary Annual General Meeting of Shareholders of Eutelsat Communications (Euronext Paris: ETL) was held today in Paris. All the resolutions submitted were approved. They included notably:
Approval of the accounts;
Dividend relating to Financial Year 2017-18, amounting to €1.27 per share, up 5% compared to previous year.
Dividend will be paid
First Quarter revenues of the Operating Verticals of €334 million, down 1.8% like-for-like Backlog of €4.7 billion, up 3% versus end-June Successful bond refinancing and non-core asset disposal underpinning cash generation Full Year revenue objective slightly adjusted to ‘broadly stable’ following below-expectation outturn of Fall renewal campaign with the U.S. Government All other ob
Assuming full adoption of the Alliance’s FCC proposal, spectrum could be cleared within 18 to 36 months of a final FCC order C-Band Alliance members Intelsat (NYSE: I), SES (Euronext Paris: SESG), Eutelsat (Euronext Paris: ETL) and Telesat engaged in transition planning with customers to ensure existing critical broadcast services are fully protected
On the occasion of MIPCOM 2018, 4KUNIVERSE, a 24/7 4K HDR general entertainment TV channel, airing original TV series, movies, documentaries, sports and primetime programming, all in 4K HDR, has confirmed that it will be launching on the popular HOTBIRD video neighbourhood on November 1st, 2018.
Gary Donnan will join Eutelsat Communications (Euronext Paris: ETL) on 29 October as Chief Innovation Officer, reporting to Chief Executive Officer Rodolphe Belmer. In this role, Gary is tasked with defining Eutelsat's innovation roadmap and the identification and cross-functional development of innovation initiatives across the Group.
Leading global satellite operators – Intelsat (NYSE: I), SES (Euronext Paris: SESG), Eutelsat (Euronext Paris: ETL) and Telesat announced today the creation of a consortium called the C-Band Alliance, or CBA, in a move that could accelerate making mid‐band spectrum available for 5G services.
Launch and pricing by Eutelsat S.A. of a €800 million 2.000% percent Eurobond due 2025 to refinance January 2019 Bond. Positive impact of approximately €24 million per annum on financial charges contributing to Free-Cash-Flow maximization.
The new DTH platform will reach more Slovakian viewers nationwide and become one of the pillars of Orange’s convergent offer Paris, 14 September 2018 – Orange Slovensko has signed its first-ever multiyear contract with Eutelsat Communications (Euronext Paris: ETL) expanding its pay-TV offer via satellite and enabling a nationwide reach across Slovakia.
Arianespace and Eutelsat Communications (NYSE Euronext Paris: ETL) have concluded a long-term multiple-launch service agreement on the occasion of the World Satellite Business Week in Paris. The agreement covers five launches until 2027 and will provide Eutelsat with assured access to space with schedule flexibility at cost effective prices.
Eutelsat places the art of connectivity at the heart of its new corporate video
Eutelsat Communications (NYSE Euronext Paris: ETL) is launching Eutelsat CIRRUS, a hybrid satellite-OTT delivery solution, enabling broadcasters to offer a flexible, seamless content experience across multiple screens.
Philippe Oliva is appointed as Executive Vice President of Sales and Products as of September 3rd, 2018. He will report to Michel Azibert, Deputy CEO and Chief Commercial & Development Officer, with a view to succeeding him as Commercial Director during the course of 2019. Michel Azibert will continue to serve as Deputy CEO.
In 2017, VIVO, the leading Brazilian mobile phone company owned by Telefonica, was looking to extend its 4G network to the Fernando de Noronha archipelago, one of Brazil’s most popular tourist destinations. The islands’ distance from the mainland (350 km) and very low population density made it difficult and costly to connect via traditional networks.
Eutelsat has sold its interest in the EUTELSAT 25B satellite operated at 25.5 degrees East to the co-owner of the satellite, Es’hailSat, for a consideration of €135 million.
Fully delivering on all financial objectives Improving revenue trend throughout the year for the Operating verticals (-1.3%) Revenues of €1,408 million down 1.9% like-for-like (-4.7% reported) EBITDA margin of 76.9% at constant currency, up from 76.7% in FY 17 LEAP cost saving program ahead of plan Strong rise in Discretionary Free-Cash-Flow, up 11.9% at constant currency Recommended dividend o