Eutelsat (ISIN: FR0010221234 – Euronext Paris / London Stock Exchange: ETL), and du, (Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company) announced the renewal of their long-standing partnership to deliver high-quality broadcasting services across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). du, a leading telecom and digital services provider operates one of the most advanced teleports in the Middle East, delivering a wide array of communication and media services that empower broadcasters, enterprises, and government entities.
The renewed multi-year agreement reinforces du’s position as a strategic partner of Eutelsat in the region, supporting a wide range of premium television channels that reach millions of viewers via the 7/8° West video neighbourhood, the leading orbital position for broadcasting in MENA. Reaching 95% of satellite homes across the region, with the largest exclusive reach, 7/8° West is the preferred choice for audiences thanks to its unparallelled content line-up.
Building on a solid foundation of collaboration, the partnership combines du’s state-of-the-art teleport and broadcast infrastructure with Eutelsat’s satellite capabilities, ensuring reliable signal delivery and operational excellence for broadcasters and media customers. This renewal underscores the shared commitment of Eutelsat and du to enable high-quality media distribution, driving innovation across the regional broadcast industry. Together, the two companies continue to shape the region’s broadcast landscape with innovation, performance and reach.
Raymond E. Rahme, RVP for MENA Sales, Eutelsat’s Video Business Unit said, “Our continued partnership with du reflects the strength of our collaboration and the strategic importance of the 7/8° West position as MENA’s premier broadcast hub. du’s world-class teleport and operational expertise perfectly complement Eutelsat’s satellite infrastructure, ensuring audiences across the region enjoy seamless access to premium content.”
“Our partnership with Eutelsat has been instrumental in delivering high-quality broadcast services across MENA. By extending this collaboration, we reaffirm our shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and supporting our customers with world-class satellite solutions. Combining du’s teleport infrastructure with Eutelsat’s satellite coverage allows us to deliver seamless, premium broadcasting to millions of viewers”, mentioned Karim Benkirane, Chief Commercial Officer at du.
