09/03/2005

The New Satellite Will be Launched in 2007 and Co-located with AMOS-1 and AMOS-2 at 4°W

Tel Aviv, Israel, March 9th 2005, Spacecom Ltd. announced today that it has initiated the AMOS-3 communication satellite program. Spacecom, the operator of the AMOS satellite system plans to launch the AMOS-3 satellite during 2007 into an orbital position at 4?W where it would join the existing co-located satellites AMOS-1 and AMOS-2. The AMOS-3 would eventually replace the AMOS-1 when it comes to its operational end-of-life which is currently expected in 2008.
 
The AMOS-3 will extend the AMOS satellite system coverage and capabilities. AMOS-3 will have both Ku-band and Ka-band transponders. It will consist of fixed beams which will cover Europe, the Middle-East and the US East Coast. In addition, AMOS-3 will contain steerable beams which will enable Spacecom to reach new markets and offer complementary services. The AMOS-3 has a planned operational lifetime of 12 years.

"The successful completion of Spacecom's IPO allows us to initiate the AMOS-3 program and enhance our position as a significant satellite telecommunications service provider", said Mr. David Pollack, Spacecom Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer. "The AMOS-3 satellite represents a major step for the company towards increasing its ability to provide satellite services to our customers and strengthening our market position. Via its steerable beams, AMOS-3 will provide Spacecom new opportunities for further growth. It will increase the flexibility of our operations and the quality of service we offer our customers" Mr. Pollack added. "Our partner in this program, Israel Aircraft Industries, has demonstrated high skill levels and success rates with the prior AMOS programs and is basing the AMOS-3 design on space-proven technology".
 
Spacecom is the operator of the AMOS satellite system and offers broadcast and communications services in Europe, the Middle East and the United States. Spacecom is a joint venture of Eurocom, Israel Aircraft Industries, General Satellite Services Co. (GSSC) and Mer Services Group Ltd.
 

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Ori Onn
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Email: ori.onn@amos-spacecom.com