The Thaicom 9 satellite is touted as a new generation of small satellites. This will help take Thaicom's services to the next level. There is an efficient process for building satellites. To respond quickly to market needs
The Thaicom 9 satellite is touted as a new generation of small satellites. This will help take Thaicom's services to the next level. There is an efficient process for building satellites. To respond quickly to market needs
THAICOM PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED Asia's satellite business leader and space technology services provider announced the selection of America's leading satellite manufacturing and services company Astronis. Developed THAICOM 9 satellite (THAICOM-9) to increase the capacity of 119.5 degree East orbit with high throughput satellite technology.
Spacetech Innovation Company Limited or STI, a subsidiary of Thaicom, is the signatory to the contractLet Astranis build the MicroGEO model Thaicom 9 satellite, a small satellite providing Ka-band satellite service covering Asia. This satellite will ensure continuous service delivery. To support the application needs of Thaicom's customers and partners across Asia. It is scheduled to enter orbit in 2025.
Thaicom 9 satellite is a new generation satellite. This will help take Thaicom's services to the next level. There is an efficient process for building satellites. It will also change the way the satellite provides services while in space to respond more quickly to market needs. The technical system is installed. High-performance software makes it possible to adjust the defined radio service area, allocate channels, control frequency bandwidth, power level and other operating modes to meet the needs of each area.
Chief Executive Officer of Thaicom PCL Mr. Pathombob Suvansiri said Thaicom is delighted to have chosen Astronis, a leading and fast-growing satellite manufacturer based in the US. To build Thaicom 9 satellite, this satellite will create service continuity and meet the needs of customers in Thaicom's core markets. We will create new services and innovations. From Thaicom 9 satellite to expand market opportunities and generate strong business growth. It is considered to form the foundation for business growth. and help drive the satellite business Tycom's core business should be more successful and poised to become a leading space technology company in the region
Earlier, Thaicom had set a growth target of 5-10% in 2024 and had an operational plan to build 3 more satellites, including Thaicom 10, using modern technology, whose name was the contract with Airbus earlier in 2023, and is currently in the process of building a satellite in France and in 2027. The service is expected to start rolling out by the end of the year. Therefore, the company has launched 2 more satellites to increase the continuity of services to the customers. . and commercial sequels, including the small star satellite Thaicom 9, currently under construction and expected to be launched.RoundIt will be available again in 2025 and will have a useful life of 8 years. It will provide service in Thailand and India.
John Gedmark, CEO and co-founder of Astranis, said: “The Thaicom 9 satellite program marks an important step for both Thaicom and Astranis. The selection of MicroGeo satellites to provide services at this time reinforces Thaicom's leadership in GEO (Geostationary Earth Orbit) communications satellite innovation. Over the next three years Astranis plans to build more Jio satellites, outpacing the satellite construction plans of the entire satellite industry. Thaicom's selection of Austranis satellites builds confidence in Astranis' service readiness and other customers in our next-generation Jio satellite technology.
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