Yahsat, the UAE-based satellite operator, has announced plans to launch its third satellite in 2016, extending its commercial Ka-band coverage to an additional 17 countries and 600 million users.
The company says it will soon be announce its partners for the manufacture and launch of Al Yah 3 and also continue discussions to finalise its strategic distribution partnerships across Africa and Brazil.
Masood Sharif Mahmood, CEO of Yahsat says “Al Yah 3 marks another milestone for Yahsat, expanding our footprint to new markets and reinforcing our vision to be the global partner of choice for reliable, innovative and affordable satellite solutions. The success of both Y1A and Y1B in providing government, NGO, consumer and corporate services has given us the drive to explore new growth avenues.”