EUTELSAT 9B Launch Update

PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Regulatory News:

ILS has advised Eutelsat Communications (Paris: ETL) that the launch of the Proton launch vehicle with the EUTELSAT 9B satellite has been delayed due to weather-related logistical issues. Launch vehicle processing continues without any technical issues and the satellite remains in a safe configuration at the launch site.

The launch is now rescheduled for Saturday January 30 at 04:20 local time in Baikonour (January 29 - 22.20 GMT, 23.20 CET).

About Eutelsat Communications

Established in 1977, Eutelsat Communications (Euronext Paris: ETL, ISIN code: FR0010221234) is one of the world's leading and most experienced operators of communications satellites. The company provides capacity on 39 satellites to clients that include broadcasters and broadcasting associations, pay-TV operators, video, data and Internet service providers, enterprises and government agencies. Eutelsat’s satellites provide ubiquitous coverage of Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia-Pacific and the Americas, enabling video, data, broadband and government communications to be established irrespective of a user’s location. Headquartered in Paris, with offices and teleports around the globe, Eutelsat represents a workforce of 1,000 men and women from 37 countries who are experts in their fields and work with clients to deliver the highest quality of service.

For more about Eutelsat please visit www.eutelsat.com

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