Successfully launched on Sunday April 26, 2015 at
20:00 UTC, from the Guiana Space Centre, THOR 7 is Telenor Satellite’s first growth satellite, delivering satellite services for the future expansion requirements of all the markets in which we operate.
THOR 7’s HTS Ka-band payload is highly suited to the mobility VSAT market. Offering 6-9 Gbps throughput with up to 25 simultaneously active spot beams, THOR 7 provides services with download speeds in the tens of Mbps, even from small antennas, and delivers uplink speeds anywhere up to 6Mbps (depending on antenna
size).
The demand for reliable connections is growing
exponentially, due to the increased use of IPapplications. Broadband Internet access, VoIP, video streaming, email and improved access to corporate networks are all vitally important to ensure that those at sea can stay in touch with business operations, as well as improving the quality of life for crew working on board offshore vessels.
From its 1⁰ West orbital location, Telenor Satellite
delivers solutions to the main providers of connectivity for the maritime and offshore markets. Our existing Kuband beams deliver strong signals and provide optimal coverage in busy shipping lanes throughout Europe.
The HTS Ka-band payload on THOR 7, delivers the
highest performing satellite payload designed for the maritime market.
Coverage and Performance
THOR 7 targets the North Sea, North Atlantic/ Norwegian Sea, Baltic Sea, Black Sea,