Why did we prefer HOTBIRD over other satellite?

Our constellation of HOT BIRD™ satellites co-located at 13 degrees East, has become one of the world’s leading broadcast neighbourhoods, in both number and diversity of channels. This prime position offers high-power coverage of Europe, North Africa and the Middle East.

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Satellite: HOTBIRD(130E)
Frequency: 10853
Polarization: HORIZONTAL
Symbol Rate: 27500
FEC: 3/4
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