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Star One C2 satellite delivered to launch site

Cannes, France - The satellite will carry 28 transponders in C-band

Thales Alenia Space announced that it has transferred the Star One C2 communication satellite to the launch site in Kourou, French Guyana. Star One C2 is dedicated to the Brazilian satellite operator Star One, owned by Embratel (80%) and GE International Holdings (20%). The launch of Star One C2, together with the recent launch of Star One C1, reinforces Star One's position as the major regional...

AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency - 1086582
Rome, Italy, 03/04/2008 12:44
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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