Arabsat’s new 7A software-defined satellite to be deployed in 2023
Summary
Based on Thales Alenia Space’s Inspire platform, the 7A will ensure more efficient use of spectrum and empower Arabsat to offer more flexible solutions to clients. It will also offer ample high-throughput Ku-band capacity to help the operator expand its services into several verticals to enhance its portfolio of products and solutions over the Middle East, Africa and beyond, to parts of Europe. “This programme is fully aligned with Arabsat’s new transformation strategy, which is aimed at bringing Arabsat closer to its loyal customers to ensure sustainable growth for the satcom business in the region as well as partnering with governments and enterprises in various countries to bridge the digital divide and connect the unconnected which has become synonymous with economic prosperity and people empowerment.” Elaborating further, Alsuwaidan said: “With our beams, we can adjust to our customers’ needs and tailor our service to their requirements based on where they are and the specific needs they have. 7A will offer ample high-throughput Ku-band capacity to help Arabsat expand its services into several verticals to enhance its portfolio of products and solutions over the Middle East, Africa and beyond, to parts of Europe. One of the reasons why satellites are a better option in rural areas is because terrestrial services require a larger population to justify the cost of infrastructural deployment and time taken to implement.