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Space Systems/Loral Provides Update on Optus 10 Satellite [Travel & Leisure Close - Up](Travel & Leisure Close - Up Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) Space Systems/Loral (SSL) reported that the Optus 10 satellite, designed and built for Optus, was launched, performing post-launch maneuvers according to plan. According to a release from the company, the satellite deployed its solar arrays on schedule following its launch aboard an Ariane 5 launch vehicle from the European Spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana. "It has been a privilege to work with our colleagues at Optus and to see the successful launch of Optus 10," said John Celli, president of SSL. "I would like to thank Optus for giving us the opportunity to build this very flexible satellite. Many thanks also to the Arianespace team and to the hundreds of engineers, technicians and managers at SSL who were passionate about making Optus 10 a success." Optus 10 is designed to provide consumer broadcast service and two way voice and data communications services for Australia and New Zealand. The satellite was built with the flexibility to augment the Optus fleet and assure the highest level of ongoing service where it is needed the most. "SSL has been a very capable and responsive partner in meeting our needs for Optus 10," said Paul Sheridan, Vice President of Satellite at Optus. "We are very pleased that the satellite is performing its maneuvers as planned." Optus is a satellite-based communications services within Australia and New Zealand. SSL is a company focusing on satellites and spacecraft systems for commercial and government customers around the world. More information and complete details: www.sslmda.com ((Comments on this story may be sent to [email protected])) (c) 2014 ProQuest Information and Learning Company; All Rights Reserved. |