Boeing has successfully delivered its 7th and 8th O3b mPOWER satellites to SES, a global satellite operator. The advanced satellites, featuring Boeing’s cutting-edge software-defined communication payload, are being transported to Cape Canaveral for a planned launch in December.
“We’ve worked closely with SES since the beginning of this project, and we’ve worked quickly to manufacture these latest satellites,” said Michelle Parker, Vice President of Boeing Space Mission Systems. “We’re excited to see them go into service and provide SES users with outstanding performance.”
The O3b mPOWER satellites are equipped with Boeing’s unique software-driven integrated payload technology, which enables flexible connectivity and enhanced efficiency through high-frequency re-use. “With the O3b mPOWER system now operational, we’re eager to launch these two satellites into orbit and expand our constellation to meet the increasing demand for high-quality connectivity,” said Milton Torres, CTO of SES. “We’re proud of the collaboration between our SES team, Boeing, and other technology partners across both space and ground segments to make this system a reality.”
The new satellites are capable of generating over 5,000 steerable beams, providing SES with exceptional flexibility to dynamically allocate bandwidth and power to specific areas or customers. This capability ensures fast and reliable internet access, whether users are on land, at sea, or in the air, supporting applications like video streaming, remote work, and critical business functions.
Boeing is continuing to produce, integrate, and test additional O3b mPOWER satellites, with plans to deliver three more by the first half of 2025. As a leading aerospace manufacturer, the company develops and services commercial aircraft, defense systems, and space solutions for customers worldwide, with a focus on sustainability and innovation.
