40874 - INTELSAT 34

Intelsat 34 is a multi-band satellite that provides distribution services for Latin America media customers in C-band and hosts a leading Brazilian DTH platform in Ku-band. Intelsat 34 also provides Ku-band infrastructure for aeronautical and maritime service providers delivering broadband networking to the North Atlantic routes. Replacing Intelsat 805 and Galaxy 11, Intelsat 34 will be part of Intelsat's three-satellite, pan-regional cable distribution neighborhood for Latin America. The satellite is located at 304.5 degreesE and is expected to have a service life of more than 15 years.

Facts in Brief

Launch Date: 2015-08-20
Launch Vehicle: Ariane 5 ECA
Launch Site: Kourou, French Guiana