SIS LIVE, the operator of the largest satellite uplink fleet in Europe and a broadcast provider in the U.K., has selected two satellites operated by Eutelsat Communications. The new contract has been signed between both companies for increased  capacity on the ATLANTIC BIRD 1 satellite and on W3C (News - Alert), Eutelsat's brand new satellite.

The multi-year leases for access to 144 MHz of capacity on W3C and 36 MHz on ATLANTIC BIRD 1 will allow SIS LIVE to increase its global footprint within the U.K. and Europe broadcast services industry.

In addition, these satellites will add flexibility to SIS LIVE's permanent resources in order to meet broadcaster requirements for a stellar year of events in 2012 that will include the U.K. Diamond Jubilee and the London Olympic and Paralympic Games in addition to Formula One, Wimbledon Championships, European Tour Golf and the 2012 European football championship in Poland and the Ukraine.

David Meynell, managing director, SIS LIVE said in a statement, "Having worked closely with Eutelsat (News - Alert) for many years, we are pleased to be able to extend our joint operations. This will enable SIS LIVE to offer our existing and new customers enhanced services and provide them with wider and even more robust access to the global satellite network."

Andrew Wallace, Eutelsat Chief Commercial Officer added, "In advance of an exceptional year for TV viewing, we are delighted to consolidate our relationship with SIS LIVE, an industry reference for outside broadcasting and uplink services. SIS LIVE is continuously seeking to enhance its broadcast facilities and we are committed to leveraging our experience and resources to meet its expectations and those of its clients."

SIS LIVE offers a complete broadcasting solution, including host broadcast and outside broadcast facilities, 3D outside broadcasts, satellite uplinks and immediate satellite internet services, anywhere.

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