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Introducing Eutelsat Group’s Sustainability Report for 2024 🟢 We are committed to the responsible use of space, as well as responsible activities for our planet and for our colleagues, partners, and customers. Each year, our Sustainability Report provides updates on our performance, and this year we are highlighting: ✔️ Updated details on our CSR strategy, mission, and progress towards the key targets 🛰️ Integration of OneWeb Environmental, Social and Governance data into the report scope 🎯 Confirmation of the Group carbon reduction targets for 2030, which have been submitted for SBTi approval 🌳 Our commitment to reducing Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 50% and Scope 3 carbon intensity by 52% per satellite Mbit by 2030 Commenting, Eva Berneke, Eutelsat Group CEO, said: “Sustainability isn't just a box we tick; it is our foundation. Beyond compliance, we prioritize environmental and social responsibility as essential to long-term success. This year, we’ve made significant steps forward with an ambitious environmental roadmap, officially committing our targets to the SBTi and aligning with the Paris Agreement. This signifies our dedication to transparency and best practices in climate-related disclosures, enhancing value for customers, partners, and our people.” You can find the full report, as well as other information about our corporate responsibility activities, on our website via the link in the comments, below ⬇️

This week our team are at India Mobile Congress (IMC) - Asia’s largest technology festival – providing live demos of our service alongside our suite of LEO user terminals ⚡ With several remote and hard to reach places across India, Eutelsat OneWeb’s high-speed, low-latency connectivity is looking to bridge the digital divide across the country. At this year’s IMC, we were honoured to welcome Hon’ble minister of Communication and Development, Mr. Jyotiraditya Scindia, to our booth and to interact with defence and government teams off-site via our LEO services; marking the first time these often-remote teams were able to undertake video calls and use high-speed internet. These areas have been without connectivity until now. Co-Chair of Eutelsat Group, Sunil Bharti Mittal, also spoke at the opening of the event, marking the importance of and our strong progress toward improving connectivity across India. Thank you to all of our guests during the week so far, and to alongside our partners and colleagues at airtel for making us a part of this milestone event. Our team of connectivity experts are still on site, so if you are attending IMC, please visit us to see how Eutelsat OneWeb can connect you.

We are proud to celebrate the anniversary of the Eutelsat Group - marking one year since the teams at Eutelsat and OneWeb joined forces to create the first GEO-LEO operator 🤝 In that time, our team of over 1,500 colleagues based all around the world has achieved some significant successes: 🛰 Operational successes including the completion of the space-segment of the OneWeb Constellation as well as the entry into service of KONNECT VHTS and EUTELSAT 10B, and launch of EUTELSAT 36D 📈 Strong commercial traction, increasing the order backlog to €3.9 billion, driven by connectivity 📺 Serving 1 billion broadcast viewers through our video business unit 🌍 Bridging the digital divide across the globe, including connecting people, schools and businesses in Sub-Saharan Africa ⚡ Rolling out LEO services across Australia and delivering connectivity to support scientific research in Antarctica ⛑ Providing connectivity in disaster response situations, including following the Taiwan earthquake   Commenting on this milestone, Eva Berneke, CEO of Eutelsat Group, said: “This has been an incredible 12 months in the history of Eutelsat. The merger with OneWeb last year enabled us to create the world’s first GEO-LEO satellite operator, and we have seen huge demand for our combined services. I want to extend a big thank you to all our teams around the world that have worked together to accomplish these results.”

Our Madeira teleport in Portugal has successfully completed its latest audit, confirming the renewal of its ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 certifications 🏅 The ISO framework encompasses several aspects: a commitment to information security and quality management, ensuring that Eutelsat Group effectively protects sensitive data while consistently delivers high-quality services, enhancing customer trust, and our compliance with international standards. Commenting on the achievement, João Olival, Manager of the Madeira Teleport, said: “We are a small team of eight employees, so we are extremely proud to maintain the ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 certifications that reflect the dedication of each team member.” Congratulations to the team! 👏

This week, alongside our Sunrise Project partners at ESA Connectivity and Secure Communications and UK Space Agency, we successfully demonstrated our high-speed at-sea LEO connectivity 🌊 Teams from both the Sail for Tomorrow and Polar Pod research expeditions logged into the webinar from sea, presenting updates on their research and voyages via our Eutelsat OneWeb LEO connectivity thanks to maritime user terminals connected to their respective vessels. With high-speeds and low-latency, the teams were able to video call and screen share during their presentations from the water. Attendees also heard from French explorer Jean-Louis Etienne who is leading the Polar Pod expedition. With over 60 attendees - including the Eutelsat OneWeb team also dialling in through a LEO user terminal from our office in London - this was was a successful demonstration of the power of the OneWeb constellation, providing connection no matter the location. Thanks to everyone involved in the demonstration, and bon voyage to our two research expeditions!

The world of television and streaming continues to evolve, and one of the most exciting trends in recent years is the rise of #FAST (Free Ad-supported Streaming Television) ⚡ 📺 FAST channels deliver linear TV programming to viewers over the internet at no cost, with revenue generated through advertisements. This model is growing in popularity as audiences seek more affordable and diverse content options. However, FAST channels have traditionally faced several challenges in terms of profitability, technical complexity and reaching mass audiences. 🛰️ By tapping into satellite distribution, these channels can broaden their reach and bring a wide variety of content to audiences who are eager for new programming. 💡 Read our blog post in the link below and find out how satellite can help #FAST channels overcome their challenges and reach new audiences. And if you’re at NAB Show NY this week, stop by booth #737 and talk to the team to find out more. https://lnkd.in/ebF3YKmu

To celebrate World Space Week, we asked our colleagues what makes working in the space industry so special 🌌 Akshay Gupta, Senior Product Development Manager: “I've had the opportunity to see first-hand how our space-based connectivity can provide internet to the most remote locations: from the top of Mount Snowdon in Wales to a rural school in Kazakhstan. As Eutelsat Group, we are the only true global LEO-GEO operator. We are entering an exciting new chapter and I am thrilled to see what the future holds for us and our customers.“ Benjamin Lenormand, Regulatory and Spectrum Management Engineer:  “The space industry puts stars in your eyes. We constantly push the boundaries of technological and human potential in a demanding environment. The international aspect of this niche field is also particularly exciting and gives us the opportunity to meet people from all over the world who share the same interests.“ Catherine Rost, Director Enterprise Marketing, Connectivity Business Unit said: “Working in the satcom industry is important to me because it makes such a significant impact to people all over the world. Beyond the high-tech, fast-paced aspects that I enjoy about the space sector, I also appreciate that it is a global industry that fosters multinational collaboration, bringing together minds from around the world and combining strengths to solve problems.” Heidy Beatriz Mejía del Puerto, Manager of Satellites Control & Support: “I’m proud to be part of a field that is essential to the success of space missions. Enabling seamless communication between spacecraft and Earth is a critical challenge that demands precision, innovation, and resilience. I love my job because satellite technology is constantly evolving, and there are always challenges to face in analysis and operations to ensure that satellites remain operational.“ Matteo Carucci, Senior Product Owner: “The international collaboration in this field is so inspiring. We work with people from all over the world, not just our customers, but also through partnerships with organisations like the European Space Agency - ESA. This global perspective opens the door to diverse experiences and challenges, making every project an opportunity to learn and meet individuals who are experts in their fields." Virginie Colas, Product Assurance Manager: "Working in the space sector has allowed me to be part of extraordinary projects. I am very proud to have participated several times on launch campaigns in Kourou, French Guiana, and Baikonur, Kazakhstan. Our Group is also used to embarking hosted payload on our satellites for ESA or the Centre National d'Études Spatiales, making progress for science!" Interested in a career in the space industry? Take a look at our careers website via the link in the comments section below to find out more ⤵

Eutelsat OneWeb LEO connectivity, powering the Sail for Tomorrow expedition ⛵ We've partnered with our colleagues at the European Space Agency - ESA and the UK Space Agency to support and connect the Sail for Tomorrow expedition; a voyage by a crew of student researchers focused on ocean protection and education. The user terminal on their ship “Odyssey”, manufactured by Intellian Technologies, will allow the team to share real-time marine research findings as well as facilitating video conferences with primary school students back home, bringing their exciting stories and research directly into classrooms. Being connected to the Eutelsat OneWeb network will also improve crew welfare by supporting internet browsing, streaming, and video calls with family and friends back home. The boat received best wishes for a safe 10 month trip to Tahiti at an event in La Rochelle, this week. We are proud to be working with our partners to enable connectivity for his incredible adventure 🌊

It's World Space Week! At Eutelsat Group, we're proud to be sponsoring this international celebration of science and technology 🛰️ The theme for this year's event is Space & Climate Change. Sustainability is a continual journey that requires constant efforts, and all of us across Eutelsat Group remain committed to furthering our work in this area alongside the wider space community. We are dedicated to combating global warming and minimizing our environmental impact by enhancing the sustainability of our operations. We are taking multiple actions toward achieving our goal of reducing energy-related greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 🌳 There are events across the world to celebrate the week, and we will be sharing updates from our colleagues across the next few days celebrating our team's innovation and commitment to responsible space 💫

We are delighted to announce two strategic leadership appointments that will bring new expertise and experience to our team, continuing our telecommunications transformation. ✨ We are delighted to welcome Mariam Kaynia as our new Chief Data and Information Officer (CDIO) at the beginning of November. Mariam is joining from Telefonica Germany, where she served as the VP and Director of MassMarket. In this role, she was responsible for delivery of products and services for B2C and B2P customers, including application development and operations, as well as leading their company-wide digital transformation. Prior to joining Telefonica in 2019, Mariam was an Associate Partner at McKinsey & Company, as well as working as a professor and an expert reviewer for the European Commission. She was named as "Top 50 Women in Technology in Germany" by Handelsblatt in 2021. A Norwegian national, Mariam holds a Ph.D. in Wireless Communications and Electrical Engineering from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology, in affiliation with Stanford University. Mariam replaces David Bath who moves to a new role as Chief Restructuring Officer leading our ground infrastructure divestment project. David has been heavily involved in the project since its inception and his contribution has been invaluable. In this new role, he will ensure the various internal and external stakeholders are working together to meet the expected target date for completion of the transaction, in the first half of 2026. With the completion of the Gen1 operationalisation initiative at the end of 2024, in December, Massimiliano Ladovaz will step down from his role as Chief Operations Officer. A role he has held since our merger in September 2023, responsible for group-wide infrastructure-run activities and the completion of the LEO Gen1 service roll-out. Massi joined OneWeb in April 2018 and as part of the core executive team supported the fund-raising effort in 2019 as well as the sales effort to HMG and Bharti and therefore exit from Chapter 11 in 2020. Massi has been a true anchor and a technology visionary in OneWeb’s journey since 2018, and we want to thank Massi and acknowledge his great contribution to our Group and his passion for our mission. We all wish him the best for his future endeavors. Fabio Mando will succeed Massi as our new Chief Operations officer, starting in November, based in our London office. Fabio is a seasoned telecoms executive with over 25 years’ experience spanning diverse geographies and market segments. His career has included leadership roles at multiple telcos, most recently at Millicom, where he has demonstrated expertise in technology strategy, network deployment, business transformation, and operational optimization in developed and emerging markets. An Italian national, Fabio holds a Master’s degree in Physics from the University of Padova, Italy. We look forward to welcoming Mariam and Fabio to the team in the coming month. 👏