Turkey to Send New Satellite in 2008
 

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Turkey to Send New Satellite in 2008
By Anadolu News Agency (aa), Ankara
Published: Saturday, February 25, 2006
zaman.com


Adding new communication satellites, Turkey will reinforce its
existence in space soon.

Turksat Joint Stock Company signed a contract with the French Alcatel
company for the new technology production of Turksat 3A satellite that
will be sent to space in 2008.

Transportation Minister Binali Yildirim said the satellite will have
higher technology in terms of coverage area, its display, and data
communication quality. Twenty-two Turkish engineers were assigned for
the production of the satellite.

According to the minister, the new satellite coverage area will be more
sensitive, serving a larger area. Unlike the older satellites, the new
satellite will be able to serve with simple and small receivers.