Asian satellite operator Thaicom and Bangladesh Communication Satellite Company (BCSCL), a Bangladesh government-owned satellite operator, have signed a multi-year consultancy service agreement.
Under the terms of agreement, Thaicom will provide BCSCL comprehensive business and market development services for the Bangabandhu Satellite-1, a geostationary satellite launched on 11 May this year. The Bangabandhu Satellite-1 will also support rescue operations in the aftermath of disasters.