The UK and Ireland will gain greater choice of satellite broadband services following the launch of e-BIRD, Europe’s first satellite specially designed for the provision of 2-way broadband communications.
The satellite will enter service in November at 33 degrees East. The launch of e-BIRD boosts Eutelsat’s commitment to developing resources and technology in Europe that enable satellites to be key players in bridging the digital divide by reaching regions not served by
ADSL and other terrestrial broadband technologies.