Artistic rendition of the MEASAT-2 satellite
MEASAT Satellite Systems Sdn. Bhd. (“MEASAT”) has announced that MEASAT-2 had been successfully brought back into operational service at 148 degrees East. MEASAT-2 was launched in 1996. The spacecraft, manufactured by Boeing Satellite Systems, is a hybrid satellite with C- and Ku-band transponders. “MEASAT-2 is now available to provide inclined capacity across the South East Asia and Oceanic regions” said Yau Chyong Lim, Senior Director, Sales and Marketing, MEASAT. "The 148 degrees East orbital slot is a key location with excellent coverage over the East Asia and Oceania regions. We are currently finalizing the design of the MEASAT-2 replacement spacecraft – to be named MEASAT-2a satellite -- to support growing transponder demand for telecommunications and broadcasting services in the regions, and expect announcements on this program shortly.”