The long-term collaboration between Space Norway and Allente is based on powerful and inter-satellite diversification, using Thor5, Thor6, and Thor7 satellites. Following the expansion to the newly announced Thor8 program, the parties have agreed to continue their successful relationship.

“This agreement marks a pivotal moment in our efforts to expand and optimize satellite services for Nordic audiences”, said Ole Ledang, Director of Broadcasting Division at Space Norway.  “Supported by a dynamic and technically advanced encoding system and satellite uplink infrastructure at Nittedal Teleport, Space Norway provides reliable, flexible, and secure long-term solutions for Allente’s DTH platform,”

Jon-Espen Nergård, CTO of Allente, added: “This agreement secures the capacity we need to keep delivering the TV experience our customers expect. A reliable, high-quality service, available everywhere in the Nordics, whether in cities, small towns, or the most remote locations. Allente will continue to provide uninterrupted access to the content people love today and for many years to come”.

Background Information:

Space Norway has established itself as a leader in European satellite communications, providing essential services to diverse regions. Allente, known for its extensive reach in the Nordic pay-TV market, continues to innovate and adapt to evolving consumer demands.

Oslo, Norway – September 10, 2025 - This strategic alliance leverages Space Norway’s expertise in content aggregation, transcoding, and streaming of TV channels, alongside Telenor’s robust end-user solutions and streaming experience. Together, they aim to redefine the viewing experience for consumers by offering cutting-edge technology and diverse content options. 

Space Norway Director Broadcasting Division, Ole Ledang, expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership, stating “ We are delighted to strengthen our role as a trusted partner for Telenor Nordics, ensuring the delivery of top-tier, efficient IPTV and linear OTT streaming services to its Nordic pay-TV customers. This partnership enables us to adapt even further and remain fully committed to meeting the evolving demands for efficiency and quality.” 

Emil Hansen, VP Nordic TV in Telenor Nordics, added, “Our top priority is to provide value to our customers across Finland, Norway and Sweden through seamless, high-quality viewing experiences, on any device, anywhere. We are very happy to extend Telenor’s partnership with Space Norway and join forces in strengthening our presence in the Nordic market through scalable digital solutions.”