Launch date is confirmed for THOR 7

THOR 7 in GEO orbit illustration — Illustration of THOR 7 in the GEO orbit.

Telenor Satellite is pleased to announce that Arianespace has confirmed the launch of the THOR 7 satellite, scheduled for April 24, 2015, between 19:38 and 21:32 UTC (21:38-23:32 CEST).

THOR 7, Telenor Satellite’s first growth satellite, will deliver satellite services throughout Europe. It is now ready for launch aboard the Ariane 5 launcher, designated flight VA222, which will also carry SICRAL 2 for Telespazio on behalf of the Italian Ministry of Defence.

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Email: randi.ellingsen@spacenorway.com

About Space Norway

Space Norway is Northern Europe’s leading satellite operator and a key player in the European space industry.

We provide secure and reliable satellite connectivity services to governments, public and defence sectors, commercial maritime, land-based industries, and broadcasters. Our portfolio of satellites, teleport infrastructure and subsea fibreoptic cables enables us to deliver intelligent solutions that meet the needs of clients in Europe, the Arctic, the Middle East and Africa.

Our team’s industry-leading expertise, agility and commitment to excellence allow us to respond swiftly to market demands, accelerating technological breakthroughs.

Our goal is to harness space for security, research, commercial growth, and beyond. We remain at the forefront of innovation – enhancing life and expanding possibilities.

Space Norway is owned by the Norwegian Ministry of Trade, Industry and Fisheries and represents the Norwegian Government’s strategic interests in the space sector. Our subsidiaries include Space Norway Satcom AS (formerly, Telenor Satellite AS), Space Norway Heosat AS and Statsat AS. Space Norway holds 50 per cent of shares in Kongsberg Satellite Services (KSAT) in a joint venture with Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace.

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Launch date is confirmed for THOR 7

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