Measat-2 back in the orbit

  • Posted on 19 September 2011

Kuala Lumpur – Measat Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd. (Measat) has successfully brought Measat-2 back into operational service at 148°E.

Measat-2 provides inclined capacity across the South East Asia and Oceanic regions, and the 148°E orbital slot is a key location for wide coverage.

The spacecraft, which was launched in 1996, is manufactured by Boeing Satellite Systems. It is a hybrid satellite with C-band and Ku-band transponders.

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